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Overview

The course considers the requirements for electronic payment systems and how these requirements are realised using distributed ledger technologies. The technical ideas studied include the key cryptographic constructs, economic incentive mechanisms and distributed algorithms underpinning cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The concept of smart contract will be introduced, and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Conditions for Enrolment

Pre-requisite: COMP2521 OR COMP9024

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

Course Outline

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Fees

Pre-2019 Handbook Editions

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