When faced with an onslaught of tech buzzwords, it can be incredibly daunting trying to get to grips with new complex technologies. Whether it be understanding exactly what is and what isn’t artificial intelligence (AI) or learning how machine learning algorithms can bring value to your business, it can be hard to see beyond the technical jargon that many hide behind.

For example, In today’s digital world, if someone mentions blockchain, many will instantly think of words like cryptocurrency and Bitcoin. Although these are examples of blockchains in practice, they are only the tip of the iceberg where uses cases are concerned. The success of Bitcoin has made it more difficult for people to get their heads around the broader application of blockchain.

Rather than getting into the whole digital currency debate and baffle you with science, I would like to help you demystify this growing phenomenon. I aim to provide you with a combination of practical examples and real-world use cases in a language that everyone can understand.