Mastering Digital/Virtual Currencies: Bitcoin, Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), and Their Legal Implications

Course Info

Length: 1 Week

City: Barcelona

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • Jan-06-2025

    Barcelona

  • Apr-07-2025

    Barcelona

  • July-07-2025

    Barcelona

  • Oct-06-2025

    Barcelona

Dates in Other Venues

  • Dec-30-2024

    Istanbul

  • Dec-30-2024

    Singapore

  • Jan-06-2025

    Singapore

  • Jan-06-2025

    Istanbul

  • Jan-06-2025

    Paris

  • Jan-06-2025

    Amsterdam

  • Jan-06-2025

    Dubai

  • Jan-06-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Feb-03-2025

    London

  • Mar-03-2025

    Dubai

  • Apr-07-2025

    Amsterdam

  • Apr-07-2025

    Paris

  • Apr-07-2025

    Istanbul

  • Apr-07-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Apr-07-2025

    Singapore

  • Apr-07-2025

    London

  • May-05-2025

    Dubai

  • June-02-2025

    London

  • July-07-2025

    Dubai

  • July-07-2025

    Istanbul

  • July-07-2025

    Singapore

  • July-07-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • July-07-2025

    Amsterdam

  • July-07-2025

    Paris

  • Aug-04-2025

    London

  • Sep-01-2025

    Dubai

  • Oct-06-2025

    Singapore

  • Oct-06-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Oct-06-2025

    London

  • Oct-06-2025

    Istanbul

  • Oct-06-2025

    Paris

  • Oct-06-2025

    Amsterdam

  • Nov-03-2025

    Dubai

  • Dec-01-2025

    London

Course Details

Course Outline

5 days course

Introduction to Digital and Virtual Currencies

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

Understanding Bitcoin and its Legal Framework

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

Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and its Legal Landscape

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

Risks, Benefits, and Legalities of Digital Currencies

  • Potential Risks: Security issues, price volatility, regulatory concerns, and legal implications.
  • Benefits and Opportunities: Speed, lower transaction costs, financial inclusion, anonymity, and their legal boundaries.
  • Regulatory framework and compliance: Understanding relevant laws, regulations, and legal enforcement concerning digital currencies.

Future Trends in Digital and Virtual Currencies: Technological and Legal Perspectives

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