Blockchain technology, the underlying system that powers cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, has been gaining popularity and attention in recent years. But beyond its use for digital money, blockchain has the potential to transform various sectors of the economy and society, especially in developing countries like Malaysia. What is blockchain and how does it work? Blockchain is a distributed ledger that records transactions and data in a secure, transparent…

Mego: a bridge between tradition and innovation A startup called Mego is trying to change the lives of ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel by offering them a chance to enter the lucrative hi-tech industry. Mego is a 14-month-long vocational training programme that teaches programming skills to Haredi men, who typically have little or no exposure to modern technology. The programme aims to help them find jobs in the booming sector that…