Overview
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Explore the future of blockchain and cryptocurrencies in this 55-minute Stanford webinar led by Professor Dan Boneh. Gain insights into the power of blockchain technology, its evolving landscape, and the key players driving innovation. Discover how to implement and safeguard blockchain and cryptocurrencies in non-financial sectors, and understand the role of private/enterprise blockchain. Learn why NFTs have become a buzzword and delve into topics such as the D5 space, Bitcoin, lending, scalability, ZKEVМ, centralization, interoperability, rollups, coordinators, and consensus layer security. Examine the likelihood of 51% attacks, environmental concerns surrounding blockchain, and the differences between Proof of Stake and Proof of Space. Enhance your cybersecurity knowledge and stay ahead in this rapidly evolving field.
Syllabus
Intro
What is a blockchain
Components of blockchain
Applications of blockchain
D5 space
Bitcoin
Lending
Scalability
How it works
Details
ZKEVM
Centralization
Interoperability
Rollups
Coordinators
Consensus Layer Security
How common is a 51 attack
The good news
Blockchain and environmental concerns
Proof of Stake vs Proof of Space
Taught by
Stanford Online