Exploring the Intersection of Law, Technology, and Finance in the Decentralized Future

The DeFi Review invites original and thought-provoking submissions that contribute to the ongoing discourse surrounding the legal, regulatory, and academic dimensions of decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain technology, and fintech. As a leading publication for scholars, practitioners, and innovators in the blockchain ecosystem, we seek papers, articles, and essays that address pressing issues, emerging trends, and novel insights in these transformative sectors.

The DeFi Review seeks to encourage any form of innovation in the emerging tech space, and will consider for publication any submission.

Scope of Submissions:

We welcome contributions that engage with, but are not limited to, the following themes:

• Legal & Regulatory Frameworks: Impact of existing and evolving regulations on DeFi protocols, blockchain startups, and financial services; challenges in enforcement and jurisdiction; compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), and know-your-customer (KYC) standards in decentralized environments.
• Blockchain & Financial Innovation: Cutting-edge research on decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and tokenization; the future of digital assets, including central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and security tokens.
• DeFi Governance: Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), governance models, and the role of token holders in decision-making processes; issues of governance, accountability, and transparency.
• Intellectual Property & Contract Law: Novel approaches to copyright, patent, and trademark law in the context of blockchain; smart contracts and enforceability; intellectual property management in decentralized systems.
• Risk, Security & Ethics: Cybersecurity concerns in blockchain networks; privacy issues, data protection, and the ethical implications of decentralized finance; financial inclusion and the potential for DeFi to disrupt traditional banking systems.
• Industry Perspectives: Case studies, white papers, and research from industry leaders and professionals; analysis of emerging trends, market behavior, and the socio-economic impacts of DeFi and blockchain technology.

Submission Guidelines:

• Types of Submissions:
• We welcome articles, essays, case studies, and white papers. Research papers should be original, unpublished, and based on rigorous analysis or experimentation. Please indicate with your submission if you’d like to be included in print or online publication.
• Length: Submissions may be any length.
• Format: Manuscripts should be submitted initially by PDF. Citations by bluebook are not necessary so long as the support for the citation can be easily found via the information provided (including hyperlink).
• Abstract: All submissions should include an abstract summarizing the key arguments and findings of the work.
• Authorship: Submissions should include full author information, including academic or professional title, institution or affiliation, and contact details.

Submission Process:

1. Submission Portal: Manuscripts must be submitted by email to submissions@thedefireview.com.
2. Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a blind peer review process. Authors will receive feedback as soon as possible after submission.
3. Deadline:
   • The deadline for submissions for print in Volume 1 will be May 1, 2025. Late submissions may be considered on a rolling basis for future editions.
   • Submissions intended only for online publication have no deadline and are considered on a rolling basis.
4. Publication: Accepted submissions will be published in an upcoming issue of The DeFi Review and may be featured on our website, newsletters, and other media outlets.

Additional Information:

• Target Audience: Scholars, legal professionals, industry practitioners, and policymakers engaged in the fields of blockchain technology, decentralized finance, and fintech innovaters.
• Editorial Board: Our editorial board comprises leading experts in blockchain law, technology, and financial services, who bring years of academic, professional, and practical experience to the review process.

For any questions regarding the submission process, or for further inquiries, please contact us at editors@thedefireview.com.

We look forward to your innovative and insightful contributions as we continue to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of decentralized finance.

Sincerely,
The Editorial Team
The DeFi Review