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Smart contracts are programs written on the blockchain that self-execute when certain conditions are met. They use code to define and enforce the rules of the contract. Once a smart contract is ...

In a world where most of the infrastructure behind processes, applications, and agreements relies on centralized entities, smart contracts are a novel concept that fosters trust and removes the need ...

The flurry of blockchain applications and use cases that have burst into the marketplace during 2020 and 2021, from decentralized finance (DeFi), decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and non-fungible ...

Below is an excerpt from Nick Oberheiden's latest book, "The Law of Tomorrow: Bitcoin, Tokens, Blockchain - An Introduction for Lawyers" Blockchain is the next technology that lawyers shouldn’t ignore ...

What is a smart contract? Smart contracts are a ground-breaking layer of blockchain technology that allows users to communicate and transact with one another via a “robotic middleman.” A smart ...

Erin Cunningham is a writer and editor based in Maryland with experience writing about state and local government, education, technology and more. Meticulously written, regularly updated and carefully ...

Northern Trust's use of smart contracts is part of a trend. JPMorgan Chase has incorporated them in its blockchain projects, and just this week PayPal integrated them in its new stablecoin project.

A smart contract security audit is a complete review to find and fix vulnerabilities in the code to protect against hacks and failures. Regular auditing is critical for robust security while also ...

With the growth of DeFi and Web3-based products, many entrepreneurs may be looking to blockchain technology not only as a source of greater financial flexibility but also as a means of safeguarding ...