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Blockchain is the basis for cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, which offer a decentralised alternative to traditional banking and finance. However, the technology has uses beyond just currency creation. Ethiopia’s government is using blockchain to create a digital ID system, to help verify a person’s credentials. John O'Connor is African Operations Director at, Input Output, the company working with the government on the project. (Photo: Digital security padlock; Credit: Getty Images)