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smart contract

A self-executing digital agreement with the terms of the contract directly written into lines of code, which automatically executes and enforces the terms when predefined conditions are met without the need for a central authority.
Noun
pl: smart contracts

This term originates from the intersection of computer science and blockchain technology. It describes a programmatic approach to agreements where trust is shifted from a human intermediary, such as a lawyer or a bank, to a decentralized ledger. The "smart" aspect refers to the automation and logic embedded in the code, rather than artificial intelligence.

In professional and technical contexts, it is used to describe efficiency and transparency in transactions. However, users should be aware that while the execution is automatic, the "contract" is technically a piece of software; therefore, errors in the code (bugs) can lead to irreversible outcomes, a nuance often discussed in cybersecurity and legal tech circles.

Meanings

Noun

A self-executing digital agreement with the terms of the contract directly written into lines of code, which automatically executes and enforces the terms when predefined conditions are met without the need for a central authority.

The company implemented a smart contract to automate payments to vendors once the shipping carrier confirmed delivery.

Examples

The company implemented a smart contract to automate royalty payments to artists.

Business

The company implemented a smart contract to automate royalty payments to artists.

We can use a smart contract to ensure the funds are released only after the delivery is confirmed.

Business

We can use a smart contract to ensure the funds are released only after the delivery is confirmed.

A smart contract removes the need for a trusted third party to oversee the transaction.

none

A smart contract removes the need for a trusted third party to oversee the transaction.

I wonder if a smart contract could handle the complex logic of this insurance claim.

none

I wonder if a smart contract could handle the complex logic of this insurance claim.

The developer is currently auditing the smart contract for any security vulnerabilities.

Business

The developer is currently auditing the smart contract for any security vulnerabilities.

Just deploy the smart contract to the mainnet once the tests pass.

none

Just deploy the smart contract to the mainnet once the tests pass.

The terms are immutable once the smart contract is deployed to the blockchain.

none

The terms are immutable once the smart contract is deployed to the blockchain.

Could a smart contract actually replace a traditional notary in the future?

Trivia

Could a smart contract actually replace a traditional notary in the future?

The payment was triggered automatically by the smart contract as soon as the deadline passed.

Business

The payment was triggered automatically by the smart contract as soon as the deadline passed.

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