In this course, you will explore the limitations of the internet for business and economic activity, and how trust is established in a pre- and post-blockchain world. Delve into the revolutionary aspects of blockchain technology and gain an understanding of key concepts such as mining, hashing, proof-of-work, public key cryptography, and the double-spend problem.
Learn about the seven design principles for blockchain technology and the challenges associated with its implementation. Meet the players in the blockchain ecosystem and consider your own role in stewarding the blockchain revolution.
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This course is divided into five modules that explore the limitations of the internet, design principles for blockchain technology, public and private ledgers, the blockchain ecosystem, and implementation challenges.
MODULE 1: This module provides an overview of the limitations of the internet, explores the trust protocol, and explains the workings of blockchain technology. Gain insights from practitioner perspectives and understand the steps of a blockchain transaction.
MODULE 2: Dive into the design principles of blockchain technology, including networked integrity, distributed power, value as incentive, security, privacy, rights preservation, and inclusion. Gain valuable perspectives from industry experts.
MODULE 3: Explore the benefits of shared knowledge, the transparency of public and private ledgers, and the usage of multiple IDs and zero-knowledge proofs. Understand the implementation of public vs. private blockchains.
MODULE 4: Gain insights into the blockchain ecosystem and the stakeholders involved. Understand the roles and responsibilities in stewarding the blockchain revolution.
MODULE 5: Delve into the challenges associated with implementing blockchain technology, including technology readiness, energy consumption, government influence, incumbents' impact, inadequate incentives, job implications, protocol governance, privacy, and criminal usage.
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