This course is for students wishing to explore blockchain technology's potential use—by entrepreneurs and incumbents—to change the world of money and finance. The course begins with a review of Bitcoin and an understanding of the commercial, technical, and public policy fundamentals of blockchain technology, distributed ledgers, and smart contracts. The class then continues on to current and potential blockchain applications in the financial sector.

During freshman year at MIT, my roommate RJ Ryan and I worked on creating the most elaborate automation system we could envision for our "East Campus" dorm room. The system featured everything from web control, voice activation, and a security system, to large continuously running information displays, electric blinds, and one-touch parties. The system was featured in over 100 publications and was demonstrated an early viral video on Youtube.