Sean CoatesIdentifying UsersWhen using a ledger, it is crucial to be able to identify the participants involved in each transaction.2 min read·Nov 18, 2019----
Sean CoatesTransaction Log vs. State DatabaseWhen thinking about blockchain and distributed ledger technologies, it is helpful to consider the simplest case of what a ledger is.2 min read·Nov 14, 2019----
Sean CoatesThe Basics of BlockchainBlockchain technology is surprisingly easy to explain.2 min read·Nov 13, 2019----
Sean CoatesWhy We HashMy earliest exposure to hashes was my grandmother’s address card box. This was a small plastic bin that held 3x5 cards. On each card was…4 min read·Nov 12, 2019----
Sean CoatesA Tax Guide for CryptocurrencyUsing cryptocurrencies has a lot of tax implications. Here’s a guide.7 min read·May 21, 2019----
Sean CoatesMy Goals for 2019New year, new goals. It’s a good time to reflect upon on 2018 and set new goals for the new year.4 min read·Jan 31, 2019----
Sean CoatesA History of TokensWhen working with cryptocurrencies, you often hear about utility tokens and security tokens. But what is a token?5 min read·Aug 15, 2018----
Sean CoatesExploring CryptocurrenciesLately, I’ve been trying to learn as much as I can about cryptocurrencies. Had I invested more in bitcoin at an earlier date, I could have…2 min read·Aug 8, 2018----