Blockchain: Can It Be Trusted?

Blockchain technology claims to provide unparalleled security and data privacy, yet some vulnerabilities have recently been identified. In this article, we showcase the key advantages of blockchain technology and look at recent security breaches, critically analyzing its benefits while highlighting some resulting financial mishaps.

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