The Ring of Gyges - Investigating the Future of Criminal Smart Contracts

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that delves into the potential dark side of smart contracts. Presented at the 23rd ACM Conference on Computer and Communications Security (CCS 2016) in Vienna, Austria, this 29-minute presentation by Ari Juels, Ahmed Kosba, and Elaine Shi investigates the concept of "criminal smart contracts." Examine how blockchain technology could be exploited for illicit purposes, drawing parallels to the mythical Ring of Gyges. Gain insights into the ethical and security challenges posed by this emerging technology, and consider the implications for the future of cybersecurity and law enforcement in the digital age.