You will be able to

• Explain how a blockchain works

• Identify the role of a node in a network

• Differentiate between public, private and hybrid blockchains

• Explain how cryptography, private and public keys, and hashes are used in a blockchain

• Identify advantages and disadvantages of different consensus algorithms

• Describe possible applications for a blockchain with regard to identity.

• Describe the role a blockchain can play in the supply chain.

• Differentiate between blockchain networks

• Identify the possibilities of combining a blockchain with internet of things (IoT) or artificial intelligence (AI)

• Explain the use of blockchain technology for the protection of intellectual property rights (IP) and providence.