Workshop | Property Law and Blockchain Applications in International Law and Legal Policy LONDON, UK NOVEMBER 21, 2025

Workshop Title:

Property Law and Blockchain Applications in International Law and Legal Policy

Date:

November 21st, 2025 (UTC +0)

Organizer:

University of West London

Keywords:

  • Blockchain
  • Property Law
  • Smart Contracts
  • Tokenization
  • Decentralized Registries
  • Intellectual Property Rights

Workshop Chair:

Dr. Renuka Thakore
Lecturer in University of Central Lancashire

Personal Bio:

Dr. Renuka Thakore, Founder of the Global Sustainable Futures Network, UK, provides leadership to a global Network and the Centre for Social-Legal Studies, administering multidisciplinary activities and research partnerships worldwide. Renuka is the winner of several Awards, including the "Star Volunteer Award 2023", "Entrepreneurial Thinker 2023", and the "Development Leadership: Governor Enrique Tomás Cresto Award 2022". Renuka has embarked on an innovative challenge of building the capacities of the Global South nations, to increase the national capacities to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to people through fair and equitable sharing of benefits. She is recognised for her vision, connecting academics, businesses, and individuals, bringing together Global South and Global North to involve them in climate adaptation resilience and transition. She has created a vibrant, strategically performing community that attracts enthusiastic, like-minded coordinators worldwide. The network welcomes diverse sections and societies worldwide and is committed to ‘leaving no one behind’ while contributing to sustainable development goals (SDGs). Renuka loves to dig into real-world problems and solve them by applying systems thinking and transdisciplinarity.

Dr. Mohammad Saki
Senior Lecturer in University of West London

Personal Bio:

Dr. Mohammad Saki is a Senior Lecturer in Sustainability and Green Technology at the University of West London. Previously, he held the position of Senior Lecturer in Built Environment at Greenwich University. Motivated by his diverse background in architecture, construction, management and media, he follows his passion for multidisciplinary research. Mohammad's expertise lies in digital technologies with a focus on building information modelling (BIM), digital twin and internet of things (IoT) building performance simulation to deliver sustainable development goals in a circular economy. This knowledge is complemented by a unique exploration of media and technology intersections, particularly in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), drone technology and life cycle analysis for media projects.

Workshop Description:

Background

The intersection of property law and blockchain technology is transforming legal frameworks globally, challenging traditional ownership structures, regulatory mechanisms, and dispute resolution systems. This workshop explores the implications of blockchain applications—such as smart contracts, tokenized assets, decentralized registries, and digital identity verification—on property rights, international law, and legal policy.

Goal/Rationale:

Present the problem that you would like to address in this research topic and what can be done to achieve it including recent advances.

  • Blockchain-Based Land and Asset Registries – Examining how blockchain can enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and improve efficiency in land administration.
  • Smart Contracts and Property Transactions – Analyzing legal enforceability, challenges in contract automation, and the role of intermediaries.
  • Decentralized Property Governance – Investigating the impact of decentralized finance (DeFi) and tokenization on asset ownership and property rights.
  • Regulatory and Policy Considerations – Exploring global legal approaches, compliance challenges, and the evolving role of governments in blockchain-based property systems.
  • Dispute Resolution and Blockchain Evidence – Assessing how blockchain records can be used as evidence in legal disputes and arbitration.

Scope and Information for Participants:

This workshop explores the intersection of Property Law and Blockchain Applications, focusing on how emerging technologies are reshaping asset ownership, governance, and legal frameworks. Participants will engage in discussions on smart contracts, tokenization of assets, decentralized property registries, and the implications of blockchain for land governance and real estate transactions. The workshop will also cover regulatory challenges, compliance issues, dispute resolution mechanisms, and the role of blockchain in ensuring transparency and fraud prevention in property transactions.

Who Should Attend?

  • Legal professionals, policymakers, and academics in international and property law
  • Blockchain developers and technology experts in smart contracts and decentralized systems
  • Real estate professionals, land registry authorities, and urban planners
  • Representatives from governments, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies
  • Scholars and researchers in digital governance, law, and technology

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