This thesis examines the Soviet AIDS epidemic as a social and political crisis rather than solely a medical one. Through newspapers, diaries, and government documents, the research reveals how AIDS contributed to growing public distrust in Soviet institutions and became part of the broader crises preceding the collapse of the Soviet Union.

This research explores using blockchain to secure land records in Indonesia, where fragile paper systems fuel disputes and injustice. By creating tamper-proof, transparent, and shared records, blockchain could restore trust in land ownership—while raising critical questions about digital access, inclusion, and equity.