The Problem of Governance in Distributed Ledger Technologies - Professor Vili Lehdonvirta, OII

This course explores the problem of governance in Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLTs) and covers topics such as economic organization, the problem of cooperation, conventional solutions, the Prisoner's Dilemma, rule systems, the Bitcoin protocol, Bitcoin development, Bitcoin mining pools, the Bitcoin core development team, and the DLTS governance paradox. The course aims to help learners understand the design and socioeconomic implications of digital marketplaces and platforms, using both traditional social research methods and innovative data science approaches. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in DLT governance, digital marketplaces, and platform design. The teaching method involves a lecture format delivered by Professor Vili Lehdonvirta, an expert in the field with extensive academic and industry experience.