Goats, Blockchain and the Future of Money, Fariel Salahuddin, TED

What if smallholder farmers could use their produce and livestock to pay for goods and services TED Fellow and alternative currency enthusiast Fariel Salahuddin is working to make this a reality in places including rural Pakistan, where basic necessities like water and electricity are often expensive or inaccessible. She explores how the way we exchange value has evolved over time from bartering to blockchain and shares a new perspective on currency that promotes selfreliance for farmers and creates a more inclusive economy. If you love watching TED Talks like this one, become a TED Member to support our mission of spreading ideas: Follow TED Twitter: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: TikTok: The TED Talks channel features talks, performances and original series from the world s leading thinkers and doers. Subscri