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Author: Hibatallah, Loukil

Abstract: Smart Contracts form a predominant tool for today's operations, and it is existing in practically all fields like health, banking, investments etc. It is an alternative that matches the rapidity, and the easiness required by the new era. But legal adjustments are needed to preserve the rights and confront the challenges that come with it.

Keywords: Smart contracts, blockchain, European Union, regulations

Cite as: Hibatallah, L. (2024). Smart Contracts: A comprehensive analysis of vulnerabilities and European measures, Studia Juridica et Politica Jaurinensia, 11(1), 103-113. https://doi.org/10.71100/STUDIA.2024.1.9

Doi: 10.71100/STUDIA.2024.1.9

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