@jimborrowinson
War is approaching, according to several experts. Europe may not be formally at war with Russia, yet the signs of hybrid aggression are increasingly visible. These include attacks on submarine cable networks, drones entering European airspace, and persistent disinformation campaigns designed to weaken institutions and public trust.
Financial stability becomes especially vulnerable in this environment. Central banks and financial authorities across the EU are working to develop systems that can function under real wartime pressure. This includes ATMs equipped with internal batteries and online payment infrastructures capable of operating without Internet access, such as the Digital Euro.
This is also why the world needs blockchain. The conflict in Ukraine demonstrated that blockchain technology can keep essential payments flowing even when traditional systems are disrupted. Decentralized networks supported by globally distributed nodes are naturally more resilient to attacks and failures. In moments of conflict, they help maintain a balance of power by ensuring that people and institutions can continue to operate, which is as critical to deterrence as conventional weapons and ammunition.
The world needs blockchain.