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Crowdfunding with Trust

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This lecture explores the concept of crowdfunding, which involves financing new ventures through small contributions from a large number of individuals. It delves into the history of crowdfunding, its challenges with trust, and proposes solutions using blockchain technology for security and accountability. The lecture also discusses the implementation of smart contracts, backer protection mechanisms, and the Pledgecamp ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in crowdfunding platforms.

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