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SUMMARY:Blockchain Disruptor Conference
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn the basics of blockchain? Do you want to meet Fordham alumni who are leaders in the space? Do you want to hear from CEOs\, COOs\, and CTOs of top blockchain companies from around the world? \nJoin us for our Blockchain Disruptor Conference\, purposely scheduled on a weekend so attendees do not have to face the trade-off of fulfilling work/school responsibilities and trying to learn about a technology that is going to change the world. \n \nDay 1: Blockchain for Beginners\nWe’ll break down all the jargon to help beginners grasp the language of blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Topics will include: \n\nWhy Bitcoin Matters (Beyond its Market Price)\nHashing 101\nWhat is Consensus and How Does It Work?\nCryptography and Security\nSmart Contracts\nInternet of Things (IoT)\nPermissioned vs. Unpermissioned Blockchains\nThe Five Roles of Tokens/Cryptos in Blockchain\nInvesting in the Blockchain Space (Cryptos and Otherwise)\n\nDay 2: Blockchain for Disruptors\nJoin us for various industry-specific panel sessions. \n\nHow Blockchain is Juicing Energy Markets\nInsurance and Reinsurance Efficiencies through Blockchain\nHow Blockchain is Changing Healthcare\nDigital Marketing and Blockchain\nBlockchain and the Financial System\nCan Blockchain Save Content Creators (Publishing\, Music\, Film & Visual Arts)?\nValue Creation and Appropriation in Identity and Privacy Markets\nBlockchain for Humanitarian Efforts\n\nReception\nWe hope you will also join us for a reception on Saturday evening (the end of Day 1)\, which is open for any registered conference participant across Days 1 and 2. \nMembers of the Fordham community can use the discount code FORDHAM50 for 50% off before midnight on April 15. \nIf you have questions or would like more information\, please contact Annelice Morales\, assistant director of development\, at amorales42@fordham.edu or 212-636-6576.
URL:https://now.fordham.edu/event/blockchain-disruptor-conference/
LOCATION:Skadden Conference Center\, 150 West 62nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences and Symposia,Networking and Career
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin M. Cole%2C Ph.D.":MAILTO:bmcole@fordham.edu
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