Blockchain Law

An International Journal

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About the Journal

Blockchain Law is a peer-reviewed scholarly publication seeking to advance the understanding of the legal side of blockchain technology.

By bringing together the insights of both law scholars and industry practitioners, our aim is to provide legal clarity in this nascent industry, assisting policy makers, industry professionals, and the general public in navigating the complexities of blockchain regulation.

In addition to a Digital Object Identifier (DOI), published articles, and corresponding metadata and review comments are immutably stored on the Ethereum blockchain as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) owned by their authors, using a proprietary NFT format.

Journal Scope

Our journal aims to shed light on how decentralized software is reshaping legal practices, challenging existing frameworks, and creating new opportunities for innovation and regulation. This exploration covers a variety of topics that reflect the breadth and depth of blockchain's impact on the legal landscape:


Legal Analyses +
Comprehensive legal analyses of existing and emerging regulatory frameworks that govern blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. This scope extends beyond jurisdiction-specific regulations to offer an intricate, multi-faceted exploration of constitutional, criminal, property, and contract law.
Comparative Law Studies +
Examination of how blockchain is approached in different legal systems and jurisdictions, drawing comparisons and contrasts, and recommending best practices. Alongside this, the journal seeks to explore the intricacies of national legal frameworks, tackling a range of complex issues such as jurisdictional conflicts, conflicts of laws, cross-border tax implications, international consumer protection and the complexities involved in choosing applicable laws and appropriate legal forums.
Case Studies +
Real-world examples of blockchain litigation, enforcement actions, and other legal disputes, exploring the implications and outcomes of each case.
Industry Insights +
Contributions from industry practitioners offering perspectives on practical challenges, emerging trends, and anticipated legal needs in the blockchain space.
Policy Recommendations +
Constructive dialogue and suggestions for lawmakers and regulators on framing effective, clear, and adaptable policies that can foster blockchain innovation while ensuring public safety and trust.
Public Education +
Accessible articles and commentaries aimed at demystifying the legal aspects of blockchain for the general public, including content in alternative formats such as video interviews with experts or interactive webinars.
Ethical Considerations +
Articles delving into the ethical implications of blockchain in legal practice and the broader societal context.
Technology and Law Interface +
Articles how technological advancements within the blockchain ecosystem, such as smart contracts, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and layer-2 solutions, intersect with legal norms and practices.
International Collaborations +
Articles facilitating collaborations between nations on establishing coherent legal frameworks for blockchain, considering the borderless nature of the technology.

Target Audience

While the primary readership for Blockchain Law includes legal professionals, policymakers, and industry experts, we also strive to serve educational institutions, students, tech enthusiasts, and the general public by providing a rigorous yet accessible platform for blockchain legal discourse.

Latest Articles

Legal Implications of Smart Contracts in International Trade

Clara Thompson, Rajiv Gupta, William O'Neal, Maria Gonzalez

Abstract As blockchain technology evolves, smart contracts emerge as powerful tools in international trade, offering transparency and automation. However, the legal implications and enforceability of these contracts across jurisdictions remain a challenge. This article delves into the complexities of integrating smart contracts into traditional legal frameworks.

Blockchain in Intellectual Property: Challenges and Solutions

Leonard Daniels, Alicia Wu, John Fitzgerald, Emily White

Abstract Intellectual property rights, especially in the digital age, face new challenges and opportunities with the advent of blockchain technology. This article explores how blockchain can aid in the protection, tracking, and licensing of intellectual property, while also discussing the legal challenges it poses.

Regulating Decentralized Finance: A New Frontier in Law

Alexander Hayes, Monica Patel, Yusuf El-Masri, Sarah Lane

Abstract Decentralized finance (DeFi) is revolutionizing the financial sector, enabling peer-to-peer transactions and democratizing access to financial services. This article examines the regulatory challenges posed by DeFi platforms and offers potential legal frameworks to ensure consumer protection and market integrity.

Editorial Board

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Alessandro Stasi holds dual Ph.D. degrees in International Business Law from the University of Nice Sophia Antipolis and the University of Naples Federico II. He is currently an Associate Professor of Law at Mahidol University International College in Thailand. Recognized as an expert in Intellectual Property, Prof. Stasi has published extensively on the regulatory challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies.

He leads the Technology, Public Policy, and Sustainability Research Cluster at his institution, where he focuses on the legal implications of technological advancements, including blockchain. His scholarly contributions have explored the role of blockchain technology in the legal field and its evolving regulatory landscape.

As the founder and director of MILA International Legal Advice, Prof. Stasi has been acknowledged as a legal expert by multiple embassies and trade agencies in Thailand. With his multidisciplinary legal expertise, he brings a unique perspective to the blockchain field.

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A Dartmouth College valedictorian, Sandeep Ramesh holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, where he served as a Senior Editor of the Yale Law Journal.

Previously, he held roles as an investment professional at Blackstone Group, Valinor Management (a $4B AUM "Tiger Cub"), and co-founded a nine-figure startup fund backed by U.S. endowments. He also served as an investment banker at Centerview Partners and worked as a restructuring attorney at Wachtell, Lipton during the Great Financial Crisis.

With 15+ years of special situations expertise spanning law, banking, and fundamental investing, Sandeep now concentrates on investing and building in cutting-edge tech markets, including blockchain, web3, AI, and their intersections.

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Nassim Dehouche holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Paris-Dauphine Univerity and is a Consensys Certified Ethereum Developer.

He was previously a web3 subject-matter expert for Bloom Institute of Technology and is currently the founder and lead researcher of HaAI Labs, a blockchain R&D firm.

He has written smart contracts totalling several hundred ETH in volume, including SciDex, the software underpinning this journal, supported by Ocean Protocol.

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Hermine Wong holds a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and a B.A. in French and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.

Her experience includes working with the first publicly-listed crypto exchange in the U.S., the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the White House, the U.S. State Department, the Pentagon, the most advanced semiconductor company in China, and other organizations ranging from crypto startups to Fortune 500 companies.

Hermine is a renowned expert and thought leader in the areas of regulatory policy, fintech, crypto, and web3; sought after by board members, c-suites, VCs, industry analysts, investors, and regulatory bodies across the globe for her expertise in these areas.

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Dr. Pellegrino is a researcher at the Sasin Graduate Ins0tute, part of Chulalongkorn University, specializing in blockchain technology. His work, recognized across South East Asia, involves active collaboration with UN and EU delegations in Thailand.

Alfonso's academic creden0als include a Master in Business Administration from the Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration, obtained in March 2015, and a PhD from the College of Management at Mahidol University (CMMU).

Beyond his academic and research pursuits, his insights into blockchain technology have made him an influential figure in his field.

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Dr. Emon Kalyan Chowdhury is an Associate Professor in Accounting and the Head of the Department of Accounting at ChiSagong Independent University (CIU).

Prior to his current position, he served as an Assistant Professor and Chair of the Department of Accounting at the Premier University in ChaSogram. In addition to his academic roles, he also serves as the Assistant Director of the Institutuional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at CIU.

Dr. Chowdhury has successfully implemented the Higher Education Quality Enhancement Project (HEQEP), a World Bank-funded initiative that aims to enhance the quality of education at the tertiary level in Bangladesh.

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A Singaporean academic, Dr. David Tan pursued his educa0on in Australia and the UK, establishing himself as an expert on Thai business law. Currently serving as a visiting professor at Mahidol University International College, his scholarly contributions are vast.

His writings extensively cover Thai law, and he has delved deeply into the complex taxation aspects of cryptocurrencies.

Beyond this, Dr. Tan's work on the legal intricacies of digital assets such as Bitcoin and NFTs, as well as the legal implications of Artificial Intelligence, sets him apart as a forward-thinking legal scholar in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Advisory Board

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Justin Slaughter has a J.D. from Yale Law School and a B.A. from Columbia University.

He is the Policy Director at Paradigm. Prior to joining Paradigm, Justin was Director of the office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs and Senior Advisor to Acting Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Allison Herren Lee. Justin has also served as Chief Policy Advisor and Special Counsel to former Commissioner Sharon Bowen at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and General Counsel to Senator Edward J. Markey.

Justin has also served as a consultant in private practice focusing on fintech and smaller technology companies, and he began his career as a law clerk to Judge Jerome Farris on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

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Vy leads regulatory and policy efforts at Bain Capital Crypto, where she advises the portfolio on crypto regulatory issues and advocates for sensible digital assets policy in the US and abroad.

Vy has over a decade of experience as a financial regulatory and enforcement lawyer, advising companies in both the traditional finance and crypto industries. At the SEC, Vy served as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement, where she worked on some of the agency’s first investigations involving digital assets, and as Chief Counsel of the Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs, where she engaged with Congress, the Treasury Department, and other federal and state entities on capital markets policy, including the regulation of digital assets.

More recently, Vy oversaw financial regulatory strategy as Deputy General Counsel and Compliance Officer at Worldcoin. She began her legal career at the law firm WilmerHale, where she counseled clients on everything from the securities laws to AML compliance.