The Internet of Things and Blockchain: Recent Innovations Driving Financial Transformation (Part 2)
Innovations in the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technology are breaking these chains, transforming industries and financial systems. Building upon the technical foundations discussed in the previous posting, this essay delves into the recent breakthroughs that are propelling IoT and blockchain integration in finance, setting it apart from older technologies. Recent Innovations in Blockchain for IoT Blockchain technology has seen significant advancements that are enhancing its integration with IoT in the finance sector. One of the most notable innovations is the development of Smart Contracts 2.0 . These advanced smart contracts go beyond simple self-executing agreements by incorporating more complex conditional logic, enabling automated financial transactions without intermediaries. For example, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms now use these contracts to automate lending and borrowing based on real-time IoT data, such as credit scores or asset conditions. The evolution...