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

Course Info

Date: June-02-2025

Length: 1 Week

City: Istanbul

Fees: 3,900

Type: In Classroom

Available Dates

  • Mar-03-2025

    Istanbul

  • June-02-2025

    Istanbul

  • Sep-01-2025

    Istanbul

  • Dec-01-2025

    Istanbul

Dates in Other Venues

  • Dec-23-2024

    Barcelona

  • Dec-23-2024

    Amsterdam

  • Dec-30-2024

    Dubai

  • Dec-30-2024

    London

  • Feb-17-2025

    London

  • Feb-17-2025

    Dubai

  • Mar-03-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Mar-03-2025

    Paris

  • Mar-03-2025

    Barcelona

  • Mar-03-2025

    Amsterdam

  • Mar-03-2025

    Singapore

  • Apr-21-2025

    London

  • Apr-21-2025

    Dubai

  • June-02-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • June-02-2025

    Barcelona

  • June-02-2025

    Singapore

  • June-02-2025

    Amsterdam

  • June-02-2025

    Paris

  • June-16-2025

    London

  • June-16-2025

    Dubai

  • Aug-18-2025

    London

  • Aug-18-2025

    Dubai

  • Sep-01-2025

    Paris

  • Sep-01-2025

    Amsterdam

  • Sep-01-2025

    Barcelona

  • Sep-01-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Sep-01-2025

    Singapore

  • Sep-29-2025

    London

  • Sep-29-2025

    Dubai

  • Nov-24-2025

    London

  • Nov-24-2025

    Dubai

  • Dec-01-2025

    Barcelona

  • Dec-01-2025

    Singapore

  • Dec-01-2025

    Paris

  • Dec-01-2025

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Dec-01-2025

    Amsterdam

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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