Age Group:
Adults- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration is no longer available for this event.
Program Description
Details
RESCHEDULED Due to the widespread power outages, Mr. Wilmer is unable to participate. We hope to reschedule in the near future.
What is Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Anyway?
Professor Chris Wilmer will discuss the history and motivation behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, how they work, and a little about their possible future applications. Chris teaches in the engineering school at the University of Pittsburgh and is also a co-author of "Bitcoin for the Befuddled."
Mr. Wilmer will be participating virtually. Participants are welcome to join us at the library for a group viewing or attend virtually from home.
PLEASE NOTE: If attending virtually, the Zoom link will be sent the morning of the program to the registrant's e-mail.
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