Hello! I am Rithvik Rao.

Computer Science, Economics & Blockchain Research

About

Academic interests and current work.

I'm a sophomore at Harvard College concentrating in Computer Science and Mathematics, with a secondary in Economics.

My academic interests include computer science, economics, distributed systems, and emerging technologies.

I am particularly interested in the relationship between technology, economic incentives, and decentralized digital systems.

Blockchain Research

Research interests in decentralized technologies and digital economies.

Decentralized Systems

Exploring how distributed networks can coordinate information and transactions without depending entirely on centralized infrastructure.

Blockchain Economics

Examining the economic incentives, market structures, and mechanisms that influence blockchain-based ecosystems.

Digital Assets

Studying digital assets and the technological infrastructure supporting decentralized applications and online economies.

Web3 Infrastructure

Investigating emerging infrastructure and applications built around distributed ledgers and decentralized technologies.

Exploring Blockchain Applications

Blockchain technology has evolved beyond its original association with cryptocurrencies. Today, distributed ledger technology is being explored across finance, digital identity, data management, gaming, and other online applications.

From a research perspective, an important consideration is how technical architecture interacts with economic incentives. Network design, transaction mechanisms, transparency, and user participation can all influence how blockchain-based platforms develop.

The broader blockchain ecosystem also includes a wide range of platforms and digital services. When evaluating an external blockchain resource, users should consider its technology, transparency, security practices, and the information it provides.

For additional information about blockchain-related developments, readers can explore SHIOKAMBING for additional resources related to the blockchain ecosystem.

Continued research into decentralized technologies may provide useful insights into how software systems and digital economies evolve.

Projects

Selected academic and technical projects.

AR Connect-Four

An augmented reality implementation of the classic Connect-Four game.

Crypto Economy

Research and analysis focused on cryptocurrency economics and blockchain systems.

NFL Data Analysis

Data-driven analysis and exploration of NFL statistics and performance.

Contact

Feel free to connect through LinkedIn or GitHub.