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ethereum · @blockcat-ben ·
You shouldn’t have to be an expert to use smart contracts
It was only 9 years ago when Apple released the App Store, which began a new era for independent software developers. Last year, developers earned over $20 billion from app sales. Apple made it easy for everyday people to purchase, install and use software on a global scale.

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Τhe Ethereum platform has opened our world to the possibility of “programmable money.” We now have a blockchain-based currency with powerful smart contracts enabling a number of previously difficult applications without requiring trust in a centralized third party.

>By 2025, ~10% of global GDP will be stored on [the] Blockchain.
Source — Deloitte

[BlockCAT](https://blockcat.io/) is an Ethereum startup who are creating a marketplace that allows developers to sell smart contracts that are connected to a visual interface. This makes it easy for everyday people to purchase, deploy and use smart contracts on a global scale, with no programming required.

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Imagine a future where anybody can use smart contracts; a local club holding deposits for equipment, co-workers raising funds for charity, small business owners taking monthly payments from customers, huge companies managing their supply chain, communities holding transparent and verifiable voting. If the smart contract you need doesn’t exist, you’ll have the visual tools to create it with [BlockCAT](https://blockcat.io/).

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@cameron-walker · 
I can't wait for the full recognition of smart contracts to become mainstream. It is such an undervalued technology. Thanks for the info, I will be checking it out.
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@grunzwanzling · 
BlockCat seems like a good product, but does it really need it's own ICO? It feels like they are just trying to make quick money.
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@juanpe2012 · 
gran esfuerzo por todo lo suministrado gracias gran post
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@loveindia · 
Helpful information. thanks for sharing and telling us about BlockCAT
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@rubysteem ·
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I was  unaware of BlockCAT. Thanks for the post 😇
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@blockcat-ben · 
No problem!
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@steemian69 ·
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Great Explanation, Thanks For Your Effort :)
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You're welcome :)
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@storcogato ·
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are you using a smart contract to raise money to help other smart contracts? Can USA participate?
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@blockcat-ben · 
The money will go towards development of our platform, which will allow other developers to be paid fees for contracts. And yes, USA can participate.
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@thebul · 
I had not been aware of Blockcat. Thanks
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@traveljunkie · 
I really like the project, it would make our lives a lot easier. I even participated in the token sale. Keep on going guys!!
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@unprovoked · 
Awesome team as well.  Hope it does well!

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