3 use cases of how blockchain technology is already unlocking value by Tom Serres
The article spotlights three companies using blockchains. Slock.it by Ethereum is a Universal Share Network, it is a fully-automated network to share unused places/things/etc. Similar to existing share networks in purpose, this network uses blockchain to eliminate the need for people to verify availability and agree on uses details. RWE is a German power supply company using blockchain smart contracts to save its users money by lowering transaction costs. UJO Music releases music on Ethereum technology to allow users to directly purchase licenses from the artists. A decentralized system allowing direct licensing and no middleman by using digital currency.