What is Blockchain?

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Channel: NOVA PBS Official · 2018 · Science & Technology

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The blockchain is a way to track and theoretically secure the movement of digital currency. Here's how and why it works.

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PRODUCTION CREDITS
Digital Production
Bella Solanot & Ari Daniel
Editorial Review
Julia Cort & David Condon
© WGBH Educational Foundation 2018
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Visuals & Videography
Greg & David Kestin
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Music
APM
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Greg Kestin & shutterstock.com

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