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Can a Smart Contract Be Legally Binding in Traditional Finance?

Legal enforceability is jurisdiction-dependent; hybrid contracts are emerging to bridge the gap between code execution and legal systems.
Greeks.Live06.11.25

Can a Smart Contract Be Legally Binding in Traditional Finance?

The legal status of smart contracts is still evolving and varies by jurisdiction. While the code itself is the ultimate executor on-chain, many jurisdictions are recognizing them as valid contracts if they meet traditional contract requirements like offer, acceptance, and consideration.

For integration into traditional finance (TradFi), "hybrid" legal/smart contracts are being developed to bridge the gap, ensuring both on-chain execution and off-chain legal enforceability.

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