Blockchain - The Vision, Hype, and Reality

Welcome back to another year of Blockchain at UCI!

In 2017, cryptocurrency, such as bitcoin, headlined news bringing along immense hype around the underlying technology blockchain. But the overwhelming hype makes it difficult to navigate practical use cases, implementation costs, and realistic objectives. In our discussion, Heidi will address blockchain fundamentals, real-life business application for enterprise solutions and innovation, and a state-of-the-industry overview with a focus on pragmatic implementation and best practices. In addition, she will provide some perspectives on the Southern California blockchain ecosystem -- where the greatest innovations are occurring, the existing hurdles, and how Southern California can be a blockchain innovation hub.