December 10, 2018


Webcast Replay


5 CPE

Introduction to Blockchain

December 10, 2018
Webcast Replay
5 CPE

Introduction to Blockchain

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    Instructor

    Amy
    Vetter

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify the fundamentals of money/currency and its evolution from pre-cryptocurrency to digital/crypto-assets
  • Distinguish between blockchains and cryptocurrency and ownership
  • Identify the core components of blockchain technology
  • Distinguish between proof of work, proof of stake, and mining
  • Identify the custody, responsibility, and control continuum
  • Recall the importance of cryptocurrency security for accountants and auditors
  • Identify the security attributes of the various wallet types
  • Recognize the distinction between physical security and digital security
  • Recall the benefits and features of multi-sig wallets
  • Identify the ways two-factor authentication (2FA) and password managers are used for cryptocurrency security

Major Topics

  • Evolution of cryptocurrency
  • Core components of blockchain technology
  • Proof of work, proof of stake and mining
  • Custody, responsibility and control continuum
  • Cryptocurrency security
  • Security attributes for various wallets
  • Contrasting physical and digital security
  • Authentication and password managers from cryptocurrency security

CPE Credits Available

5 CPE
5
Information Technology

Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Basic

Prerequisites

None

Advanced Preparation

Nonw

Intended Audience

Non-IT finance professionals, CFOs, controllers, management accountants, public accountants, partners, staff, managers and internal auditors

Provider

AICPA

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