Episode 282: The Engine Should Not Be the Differentiator

This week we discuss Elasticsearch changing their license and the merits of Bitcoin. Plus, what is the prefect age for reincarnation.

Rundown

• Elasticsearch and SSPL
  
  
  • The SSPL is Not an Open Source License
  
  
  • Give 'em SSPL, says Elastic. No thanks, say critics: 'Doubling down on open' not open at all
  
  
  • Truly Doubling Down on Open Source | Logz.io
  
  


• Bitcoin and Blockchain
  
  
  • Is blockchain coming to your bank?
  
  
  • 85% of Italian Banks Are Exchanging Interbank Transfer Data on Corda - CoinDesk
  
  
  • Lost Passwords Lock Millionaires Out of Their Bitcoin Fortunes
  
  
  • Don’t Forget Your Bitcoins
  
  

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