Bitcoin (the System) is providing a peer-to-peer version of electronic cash, by computationally securing an online cash transaction with a cryptographic hash function, using digital signatures to proof ownership of the message on the Bitcoin network.

Can 2016 build-on and deliver what bitcoin / blockchain initiated, providing a standardized secure and reliable micro-service environment using IoT devices for the public, government and commerce? Microsoft embraced the open market and Apple with IBM is setting an enterprise roadmap; there is still hope for a great 2016 in the midst of political turmoil