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Withers art law team acts as Blockchain thought leader at various events

14 November 2018 | Applicable law: US

Emerging technologies such as Blockchain and cryptocurrencies have been changing the landscape of the art market recently. Several companies are utilizing Blockchain technology in various ways, including to sell public offerings of shares of art or to authenticate art. 

This fall, Diana Wierbicki has spoken at several speaking engagements, including for the Appraiser's Association and New York City Bar, regarding new developments that we can expect as well as any legal implications to this technology.

Please see below for a list of some of her recent speaking engagements.

  • ‘New Tech on the Block: Blockchain + the Arts,’ New York City Bar – November 12, 2018, speaker
  • ‘Hot Topics in Art Law 2018: The Legal Implications of Emerging Technologies,’ New York City Bar - October 30, 2018, speaker
  • ‘Blockchain: Is it the Answer to the Market’s Inefficiencies?’ Appraisers Association Art Law Day - October 26, 2018, moderator

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