Nick Szabo (Smart Contracts Pioneer)

Nick Szabo is a computer scientist and cryptographer known for inventing the concept of smart contracts—self-executing agreements with terms directly written into code. These digital contracts automatically enforce rules and execute transactions without intermediaries, improving trust and efficiency in digital exchanges. Szabo's work laid the foundation for blockchain applications, notably influencing cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. His ideas have transformed how digital agreements are created and managed, emphasizing security, transparency, and automation in digital transactions.