CoinDesk: Online Chess Chooses Algorand Blockchain to Host Player Rankings

June 18, 2020

Press & Publications

Written by: Algorand Foundation

CoinDesk reported that the Algorand blockchain has been selected by the official online body of chess, FIDE Online Arena, to record player ratings and titles. This partnership aims to provide a transparent and fraud-free system for tracking game information in real time. Algorand's public ledger will store game results and verify player ratings, ensuring data integrity. Additionally, World Chess plans to use Algorand's platform to develop rewards and incentives for the chess community through internal currency and blockchain-based betting. This initiative marks a significant step toward mainstream adoption of blockchain technology in digital chess.

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