MIT Legal Forum 2017: Blockchain in Ireland

Blockchain technology may have originated in the US, but firms all over the world are currently researching its implications. In this report from On The Road, host David Fisher talks to Rebecca Ryan and Barry O’Connor from Matheson Dublin about how Ireland views blockchain and how their firm encourages collaboration and innovation. They also discuss what is going to be the first hackathon in Ireland and what it means for their legal industry. Rebecca Ryan is a partner in the Healthcare Group in the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department at Matheson. Barry O’Connor is a partner in the Asset Management and Investment Funds Group at Matheson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices