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Since its inception in 2008, blockchain continues to be a source of groundbreaking solutions and possibilities. The concept of a decentralized system (i.e. Bitcoin) that successfully implemented a digital peer-to-peer system was a much-needed breakthrough, especially after decades of domination and exploitation by increasingly irresponsible and centralized financial giants. The merits and demerits of blockchain technology have been discussed at great length, with much debate over how feasible decentralization truly is.