Today’s Solutions: September 19, 2026

What is the blockchain? If you don’t know, you should; if you do, chances are you still need some clarification on how it actually works. Don Tapscott is here to help, demystifying this world-changing, trust-building technology which, he says, represents nothing less than the second generation of the internet and holds the potential to transform money, business, government and society.

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Don Tapscott

Digital strategist

Don Tapscott takes the long view on our digital, connected, hyper-collaborative world. Full bio

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