LAW6882

This course lays a solid foundation for understanding the current state of the blockchain technology landscape. The course examines the blockchain as one form of a distributed ledger technology (DLT) and explores the three of the main DLTs associated with the blockchain: Hyperledger Fabric, R3 Corda, and Ethereum. The course provides the student with a framework for choosing the right technology platform (public, private/permissioned, consortium, etc.) and designing the best solution that integrates existing systems. In addition, the course explains the various governance models for establishing and operating a blockchain business network. This course is open only to students enrolled in the MSLT degree program. Corequisite: Foundation courses for MS Law of Tech