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The Sunday Debate: Blockchain, Quantum Leap Forward or Digital Snake Oil?

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Blockchain Governance and Its Challenges

This chapter discusses the legal implications of blockchain technology, focusing on the risks of monopolization by single entities controlling major portions of a network. It explores the intersection of blockchain with issues of data ownership, governance, and the promise of innovations like smart contracts, while addressing the potential pitfalls of integrating blockchain into modern systems. The conversation reflects on the historical context of cryptocurrencies and the evolving concerns about their impact on state power and taxation.

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