The Future of Secure Data in Blockchain and AI
In an article published by The Manitoban on February 27, 2025, Sara Rouhani, an assistant professor of computer science at the University of Manitoba, delves into the potential of blockchain technology in enhancing privacy and security. Blockchain, a decentralized digital record-keeping system, has applications ranging from faster money transfers to secure management of digital identities and medical records. Rouhani's research focuses on blockchain-based federated learning, a method that decentralizes AI model training to enhance data privacy. By replacing centralized servers with blockchain networks, this approach mitigates risks of data breaches and ensures secure, decentralized data management. Rouhani emphasizes the importance of blockchain interoperability and the use of machine learning to improve blockchain consensus mechanisms. Her work highlights the transformative potential of blockchain in sectors like healthcare, supply chains, and smart grids. For more details, visit the original article on The Manitoban: https://themanitoban.com/2025/02/the-future-of-secure-data-in-blockchain-and-ai/49192/.
Christopher Vagalia: Blockchain Expert Driving Innovation in PNG
The Post-Courier recently featured Christopher Vagalia, a certified accountant and blockchain developer in Papua New Guinea (PNG), who is actively promoting blockchain technology as a tool for economic growth. Vagalia, the CEO of Agri-Tech Organics (PNG) Limited, leverages his expertise to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovative financial and technological solutions. He is also a member of the Certified Practising Accountants (CPA) PNG and has been conducting blockchain training sessions, including an upcoming event on March 21, 2025. Vagalia's efforts include raising awareness about blockchain's potential in areas such as financial inclusion, secure transactions, and economic development. He has also developed PNG's first cryptocurrency, Kumulcoin, though its deployment is pending regulatory support. Vagalia emphasizes the importance of understanding blockchain's applications and safe usage to unlock its benefits for PNG's economy. Read the full article on the Post-Courier: https://www.postcourier.com.pg/christopher-valagia-a-certified-accountant-and-blockchain-expert-in-png0/.
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