(205 ILCS 730/5)

Sec. 5. Definitions. As used in this Act:

"Blockchain" means an electronic record created by the use of a decentralized method by multiple parties to verify and store a digital record of transactions which is secured by the use of a cryptographic hash of previous transaction information.

"Cryptographic hash" means a mathematical algorithm which performs a one-way conversion of input data into output data of a specified size to verify the integrity of the data.

"Electronic" means relating to technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities.

"Electronic record" means a record created, generated, sent, communicated, received, or stored by electronic means, including a blockchain or a smart contract.

"Record" means information that is inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form.

"Smart contract" means a contract stored as an electronic record which is verified by the use of a blockchain.

(Source: P.A. 101-514, eff. 1-1-20.)