Lecture

Blockchain Basics: Financial Applications

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This lecture covers the fundamentals of blockchain technology, focusing on financial applications. Topics include hash puzzles, Merkle trees, adjustable difficulty levels, blockchain forks, block rewards, transaction fees, proof of stake, and smart contracts. The instructor explains the concepts behind mining economics, consensus mechanisms, and the execution of smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum.

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Ontological neighbourhood

Computer engineering

Computer security: Blockchain, Public-key cryptography

Theoretical computer science

Programming language theory: High-level programming languages

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