An overview of the essential features of a blockchain, using proof-of-work for consensus

Blockchains from the ground up: Part 2


Using a scenario that begins with the exchange of apples for oranges, understand the essential concepts and advantages of blockchains.

Blockchains from the ground up: Part 1


Æternity is a new blockchain project aiming to facilitate large volumes of smart-contracts which can interface with external data sources. This is accomplished using a decentralised oracle based on prediction markets.

Introduction to the Æternity blockchain project

I participated in phase 1 of the Æternity ICO by converting Sterling to Æons via Ether. I tried several exchanges and chose the quickest, cheapest conversion method.