‘Blockchain technology can be used in farming and health sectors’

Thiruvananthapuram | Friday | 17th January, 2020

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Blockchain technology is one such technology that can be used in sectors ranging from farming to even health,” said Santhosh Kurup, CEO, The Information and Communication Technology Academy of Kerala (ICTAK). The Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC), has come up with an industry-oriented blockchain course in association with ICT Academy of Kerala which aims to empower women in the field of blockchain technology. “The government is working on many interesting programmes and this industry-oriented blockchain course especially for women will also offer high employment opportunities,” says Santhosh. ICT Academy of Kerala has also tied up with the government for some unique areas where blockchain technology can be used. Santhosh says: “Blockchain technology has evolved but it is rather a slow transition as whenever a new technology is introduced, people are sceptical of its implementation..