SYNOPSIS
This module comprises two parts:
Part A: Programming, Networking and Cryptography Fundamentals
This part introduces participants to select computer science topics and concepts using a top-down approach, with particular emphasis on real-world examples. Participants will obtain a better understanding of what happens “under the hood” when it comes to the key technologies driving digital transformation today.
Part B: Smart Contracts and Blockchain
The term Blockchain is often used as shorthand for a set of technologies that enable data to be securely stored among a distributed network. Participants will gain an appreciation of the Blockchain’s unique benefits and challenges through an exploration of the specific problems that each underlying technology attempts to address. In addition, the module will cover “smart contracts” and introduce participants to ongoing projects to develop standards and tools that enable automated applications on the Blockchain. Finally, these technologies will be examined from a legal and regulatory perspective to highlight risks and challenges.
This module is part of Primer Series: Leading Issues in Law & Technology.
Developments in AI, blockchain, crypto-currencies, smart contracts and other emerging technologies have far-reaching implications for legal professionals in various areas of practice. As the Singapore Judiciary has emphasised, it is crucial for legal professionals to stay abreast of the latest developments in this regard.
This primer series provides legal professionals with a one-stop avenue to acquire updated knowhow about key legal and regulatory issues surrounding the use of AI, blockchain, smart contracts and other emerging technologies. Taught by leading experts in their respective fields, participants will be equipped with a nuanced appreciation of the practical legal and regulatory issues that have and are likely to arise. Instructors will peel away the jargon to demystify the underlying technology, so that participants can gain insights into the available strategies that they and their clients can embrace in response to, or anticipation of, technology adoption and innovation.
The primer series comprises the following 5 modules. Participants can pick and choose which module(s) to attend.
SPEAKER
Assistant Professor (Practice) Lim How Khang holds cross-appointments with the School of Law and the School of Information Systems at Singapore Management University (SMU). Trained in Computer Science and in Law, he is Director of the SMU Centre for Computational Law (CCLAW) and Programme Director of the SMU BSc (Computing & Law) degree. He currently teaches the course “Essential Technology for Lawyers” at SMU to introduce law students to fundamental computing concepts and emerging technologies.
FEES
a. Registration Fee
Registration fee of S$162* (inclusive of GST) applies
b. Group Registration
Registration fee of S$145.80* (inclusive of GST) applies if there are at least 10 participants from the same organisation.
c. SMU Alumni (LLB / JD / LLM graduates)
Registration fee of S$145.80* (inclusive of GST) applies for SMU LLB/ JD/ LLM Alumni
*Please note that there will be no refund of any fees should the participant cancel the registration/ fail to attend the event. However, registration is transferable. Notice of any change in participant should be sent to the Academy via email: smulawacademy@smu.edu.sg, at least one week before the event.
SMU Law Academy reserves the right to cancel or postpone any event. In such case, we will arrange for the refund of fees paid.
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