du Telecom Knowledge Series Breaks Down the Blockchain Barricade

“The integrity of data is key in a world where the majority of our interactions will be digitalised. du is already piloting blockchain in the UAE healthcare sector with the aim of promoting innovation and the use of next generation technologies to enhance our country’s position as a leading center for innovation and knowledge economy,” said Jihad Tayara, Vice President Commercial - ICT, du. “The du Telecom Knowledge Series aims to bridge the knowledge gap, when it comes to emerging technologies such as blockchain, for our media stakeholders so that they are equipped with the right information when creating content about the technology.”

While blockchain is the technology of the moment, as with any new technology, implementation will take time. Currently, blockchain is being trialed through use cases implemented on a small scale. du has partnered with NMC Healthcare in the UAE to implement Electronic Health Records with the use of Blockchain technology. This is an initiative from du, as a member of The Global Blockchain Council (GBC) which was established by the Dubai Future Foundation, to test and accelerate the implementation of blockchain technology in the country.