IDG Contributor Network: Can blockchain make IoT faster and more secure?

The Internet of Things is a concept that was popularized almost by accident. As Wi-Fi connectivity became easier to accomplish in years past, manufacturers began incorporating internet connections in everything from stuffed dolls to refrigerators. Regardless of the usefulness of such products, the result is a web of everyday objects, applications, and devices that constantly connect us to each other.This web creates immense amounts of data that has grown exponentially in recent years. Owners of