Mastering Digital/Virtual Currencies: Bitcoin and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

Course Info

Length: 1 Week

City: London

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • Apr-01-2024

    London

  • Apr-29-2024

    London

  • May-06-2024

    London

  • June-03-2024

    London

  • July-01-2024

    London

  • July-29-2024

    London

  • Aug-05-2024

    London

  • Sep-02-2024

    London

  • Sep-30-2024

    London

  • Oct-07-2024

    London

  • Nov-04-2024

    London

  • Dec-02-2024

    London

  • Dec-30-2024

    London

Dates in Other Venues

  • Apr-01-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Apr-08-2024

    Istanbul

  • Apr-08-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Apr-15-2024

    Singapore

  • Apr-15-2024

    Paris

  • Apr-22-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Apr-22-2024

    Barcelona

  • Apr-28-2024

    Dubai

  • Apr-29-2024

    Dubai

  • May-06-2024

    Amsterdam

  • May-13-2024

    Istanbul

  • May-13-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • May-20-2024

    Paris

  • May-20-2024

    Singapore

  • May-26-2024

    Dubai

  • May-27-2024

    Barcelona

  • May-27-2024

    Dubai

  • June-03-2024

    Amsterdam

  • June-10-2024

    Istanbul

  • June-10-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • June-17-2024

    Paris

  • June-17-2024

    Singapore

  • June-23-2024

    Dubai

  • June-24-2024

    Dubai

  • June-24-2024

    Barcelona

  • July-01-2024

    Amsterdam

  • July-08-2024

    Istanbul

  • July-08-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • July-15-2024

    Singapore

  • July-15-2024

    Paris

  • July-22-2024

    Barcelona

  • July-22-2024

    Amsterdam

  • July-28-2024

    Dubai

  • July-29-2024

    Dubai

  • Aug-05-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Aug-12-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Aug-12-2024

    Istanbul

  • Aug-19-2024

    Singapore

  • Aug-19-2024

    Paris

  • Aug-25-2024

    Dubai

  • Aug-26-2024

    Dubai

  • Aug-26-2024

    Barcelona

  • Sep-02-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Sep-09-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Sep-09-2024

    Istanbul

  • Sep-16-2024

    Paris

  • Sep-16-2024

    Singapore

  • Sep-23-2024

    Barcelona

  • Sep-23-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Sep-29-2024

    Dubai

  • Sep-30-2024

    Dubai

  • Oct-07-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Oct-14-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Oct-14-2024

    Istanbul

  • Oct-21-2024

    Singapore

  • Oct-21-2024

    Paris

  • Oct-27-2024

    Dubai

  • Oct-28-2024

    Barcelona

  • Oct-28-2024

    Dubai

  • Nov-04-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Nov-11-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Nov-11-2024

    Istanbul

  • Nov-18-2024

    Paris

  • Nov-18-2024

    Singapore

  • Nov-24-2024

    Dubai

  • Nov-25-2024

    Barcelona

  • Nov-25-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-02-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Dec-09-2024

    Istanbul

  • Dec-09-2024

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Dec-16-2024

    Singapore

  • Dec-16-2024

    Paris

  • Dec-23-2024

    Barcelona

  • Dec-23-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Dec-29-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-30-2024

    Dubai

Course Details

Course Outline

5 days course

Introduction to Digital and Virtual Currencies

  • Overview of Digital and Virtual Currencies: Definitions, history, and types.
  • Importance of digital and virtual currencies in modern economies.
  • Introduction to Bitcoin: Concept, creation, and characteristics.
  • Introduction to Central Bank Digital Currency: Concept, purpose, and potential implications.

 

Understanding Bitcoin

  • Bitcoin Mechanics: Blockchain technology, mining, and wallets.
  • Transactions in Bitcoin: How transactions work, transaction fees, and security.
  • Investing in Bitcoin: Risks, benefits, and strategies.

 

Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

  • Understanding CBDC: Functionality and design principles.
  • The role of CBDC in monetary policy and financial stability.
  • International experiences with CBDC: Case studies and lessons learned.

 

Risks and Benefits of Digital Currencies

  • Potential Risks: Security issues, price volatility, regulatory concerns.
  • Benefits and Opportunities: Speed, lower transaction costs, financial inclusion, anonymity.
  • Regulatory framework and compliance: Understanding relevant laws and regulations.

 

Future Trends in Digital and Virtual Currencies

  • Impact of evolving technology on digital and virtual currencies.
  • Potential of emerging technologies: Quantum computing, AI, and advanced cryptography.
  • The future of digital and virtual currencies: Predictions and preparations.
  • Skills for the future: Essential skills for finance professionals in the age of digital currencies.

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