Matt "msw" WilsonJan 13, 2023

"Project Unlock also uses blockchain to create a secure, publicly accessible, anonymized record of authentic product purchases. Once a customer buys a product, that transaction is recorded to the blockchain."

https://toolguyd.com/lowes-anti-theft-rfid-blockchain-2023/

Lowe’s Follows Home Depot, Plans to Disable Stolen Power Tools

Lowe’s is working on new anti-theft technologies.

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Show threadTim BrayJan 13, 2023
@msw
*sighs heavily, suppresses the urge to ask the obvious question*
Show threadMatt "msw" WilsonJan 13, 2023

@timbray it does seem like a database would do.

I mean, it works for gift card activation in stores... 🤷

Show threadjay
@msw @timbray and the obligatory `blockchain used to block chain` headline cannot be far off at this point
Jan 13, 2023 at 2:21amWeb