Blockchain Revolution Without the Blockchain

May 3, 2018

The technology behind blockchain has attracted a lot of attention. However, this technology is for the most part not well understood. There is no consensus on what benefits it may bring or on how it may fail. A careful look into the technology finds that most of the proposed benefits of so-called blockchain technologies do not really come from elements unique to blockchain.

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Corporate fund with apetite for Venture & Real Estate Investments. Pacific & Orient London is a whole subsidiary launched by Pacific & Orient Berhad. Venture Arm -We invest into start-up companies with the potential to disrupt sectors, and the ability to scale globally. -Our investments range between £100,000 and £1,500,000 with a horizon of 3-5y. Our Philosophy We invest in startups led by bold entrepreneurs and solid teams around them working towards bringing to market disruptive and innovative solutions. Strategic Benefits -Ability to tap into P&O’s strong network in Asia to expand in the region. -Ability to invest in follow-on rounds. -Access to subsidiaries of the P&O Group if synergies arise.

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Corporate fund with apetite for Venture & Real Estate Investments. Pacific & Orient London is a whole subsidiary launched by Pacific & Orient Berhad. Venture Arm -We invest into start-up companies with the potential to disrupt sectors, and the ability to scale globally. -Our investments range between £100,000 and £1,500,000 with a horizon of 3-5y. Our Philosophy We invest in startups led by bold entrepreneurs and solid teams around them working towards bringing to market disruptive and innovative solutions. Strategic Benefits -Ability to tap into P&O’s strong network in Asia to expand in the region. -Ability to invest in follow-on rounds. -Access to subsidiaries of the P&O Group if synergies arise.

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