CIVIL-LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE USE OF SMART CONTRACTS IN REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALE CONTRACTS
Abstract
This article analyzes the civil-legal basis for the use of smart contracts in real estate purchase and sale agreements. In the context of the digital economy, the fact that smart contracts based on blockchain technologies are manifested as an alternative form of traditional contracts, their legal nature, advantages and practical problems are scientifically illuminated. Also, the role of smart contracts in ensuring reliability, transparency and security in real estate transactions is evaluated. The article will formulate international legal documents in the field of e-commerce and electronic documents, including sample laws adopted by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law and conclusions based on scientific sources.
Keywords
Smart Contract, real estate, purchase and sale contract, blockchain, civil law, electronic contract, digital economy, property law, state register, legal regulation.
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