Module 2
30 Min

Introduction to Hedera & Blockchain Ecosystem

Agenda

  1. What is Hedera?
  2. Current Hedera Users
  3. Governance & Decentralisation
  4. Hedera Ecosystem Overview
  5. Core Network Services
  6. Unique Account System
  7. Developer Playground Demo
  8. Beyond the Playground

Nikhil Vadgama

Prof. Nikhil Vadgama

The 'Introduction to Hedera’ course is taught by Prof. Nikhil Vadgama, Programme Director of the UCL Master's in Financial Technology and
Director of Exponential Science, with extensive experience in fintech and collaborating with governments, industry, and central banks worldwide.

Key takeaways:

  1. Hedera is a next-gen distributed ledger offering speed, enhanced security, fairness, and low environmental impact
  2. The Hedera ecosystem extends beyond blockchain: it’s a vibrant community backed by real companies and infrastructure
  3. Hedera supports a diverse range of users: creators, enterprises, non-profits, and developers
  4. The ecosystem’s modular architecture allows builders to pick core services fitting their needs
  5. Hedera’s four core services empower developers to create decentralized apps and blockchain-backed solutions
  6. The unique account system reduces complexity, boosts security, and enhances user experience
  7. The Developer Playground is an interactive environment to learn, experiment, and build confidence with Hedera services
  8. Real-world applications powered by Hedera include gaming, legal contracts, logistics tracking, and tokenized assets

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