Halls of Fame and Blockchain

Research Overview

Author: Bill Gillies
Release Date: November 30, 2017

Abstract:

With a focus on Votem’s work with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the National Radio Hall of Fame, this case explains how blockchain technology could track voter identities, enable citizens to cast their ballot simply and securely by mobile device, and provide tamperproof voting results in real time.

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The Halls of Fame Infographic

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