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Blockchain Theory 101
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Blockchain Theory 101

Basic description, applications, and implication of blockchain technology
Created byMelanie Swan
Last updated 6/2017
English
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What you'll learn

  • Understand the basics and potential applications of blockchain technology

Course content

8 sections22 lectures1h 27m total length
  • Welcome to Blockchain Theory 101!0:25

    Introduction to Blockchain Theory 101

  • Revolutionary Impact of Blockchain Technology0:41
  • Definition of Blockchain Technology2:46
  • Smartnetworks: the Larger Context of Blockchain2:16
  • Hierarchy is not scalable: Blockchain is necessary1:55

    Blockchain creates a decentralized financial network that scales beyond hierarchical banks, using algorithms to verify identity and wallet balances across a global network, boosting financial inclusion.

  • Long-tail economic and governance systems1:43

    Blotching unlocks the long tail of economics, finance, and governance by enabling tailored terms and finding counterparties without traditional intermediaries. The network enforces trust and contract terms through algorithmic escrow.

Requirements

  • You should be interested in blockchain technology

Description

Executives, strategists, CTOs, IT professionals, developers and other interested parties will gain an understanding of blockchain technology (including mining, consensus algorithms, smart property, and smart contracts). The current status of blockchain technology, potential applications in Financial Services, Logistics, Healthcare, Energy, and IoT, and next steps regarding its deployment in your organization are discussed.


Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who wants to learn about blockchain technology