Sangita Gazi

Contact Information

office Address:
Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department
600 Jon M. Huntsman Hall
3730 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Research Interests: Financial and monetary laws; regulation of emerging technologies

LGST2440 - Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies: Business, Legal, And Regulatory Considerations
This course explores how blockchain technology, digital assets, and FinTech are transforming global finance�and how regulators, courts, and innovators are responding. Students will gain a foundational understanding of key innovations including cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), DAOs, stablecoins, exchanges, staking, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and the tokenization of real-world assets. Emphasizing both legal frameworks and practical use cases, the course analyzes how regulatory uncertainty, enforcement actions, and global policy shifts are shaping the future of digital finance. Through case studies, guest speakers, and interactive discussions, students will critically evaluate the risks and opportunities these technologies present to businesses, investors, funds, and governments. No technical or crypto-specific background is required.
LGST2440001 ( Syllabus )

LGST2440 - Blockchain/Cryptocurrenc
This course explores how blockchain technology, digital assets, and FinTech are transforming global finance�and how regulators, courts, and innovators are responding. Students will gain a foundational understanding of key innovations including cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), DAOs, stablecoins, exchanges, staking, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and the tokenization of real-world assets. Emphasizing both legal frameworks and practical use cases, the course analyzes how regulatory uncertainty, enforcement actions, and global policy shifts are shaping the future of digital finance. Through case studies, guest speakers, and interactive discussions, students will critically evaluate the risks and opportunities these technologies present to businesses, investors, funds, and governments. No technical or crypto-specific background is required.

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