“You can keep certified copies of identity documents, biometric test results, health data, or academic and training certificates online, available at all times, yet safe unless you give away your key. At a whole system level, the database is very secure.”
I love that Blockchain technology is getting the respect it deserves, and from very reputable sources, no less. It's all speculation at this point, and there will be several kinks to iron out, but I believe it will truly revolutionize the world like the way social media did. I'm sure several potential applications will emerge from here on out.
I know the rise of Blockchains doesn't automatically mean the rise of Bitcoins, but emerging from the same technology should at least convince a few people that Bitcoins are here to stay, and that they may as well jump on the bandwagon.