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description: >-
  Despite its amazing potential to transform the gig economy, most freelancers
  still don’t understand what blockchain can do for them. Here are a few ways
  blockchain will impact the freelance industry
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# Advantages of using blockchain technology

Blockchain technology can...

* decentralize traditional networks and enable people to connect directly without the need for third parties. _Doing so_ _disrupts entire industries, lowers the risk of fraud, and eliminates record manipulation._\

* cut out the middleman between service buyers and freelancers.\

* provide greater security and better transaction records. Most importantly, **it would&#x20;**_**save both parties from paying expensive service fees.**_
