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Understanding Cryptography and Cryptocurrency

2024    Karaarslan, Enis

This document is a set of lecture slides for a course on decentralized systems and applications, specifically focusing on cryptography and cryptocurrency. The slides provide an overview of blockchain technology, its underlying cryptographic principles, and various applications including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and decentralized finance. It explains how cryptographic techniques are essential for ensuring the security and integrity of transactions. Additionally, it touches on the importance of privacy in cryptocurrency transactions and the potential impact of quantum computing on current cryptographic standards. The document also explores the ongoing evolution of cryptocurrency regulations. The aim is to provide readers with a foundational understanding of how these technologies work together to create secure digital currencies.