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Crypto, Blockchains, Smart Contracts & Wallets
Rating: 4.7 out of 5(12 ratings)
622 students
Created byKaren McHale
Last updated 11/2024
English

What you'll learn

  • Crypto, Blockchain, Smart Contracts and Wallets
  • Crypto is All Around Us!
  • Crypto Trading and Investing
  • The Future of Crypto
  • How to Make Crypto Work For You

Course content

1 section5 lectures1h 0m total length
  • Crypto, Blockchain, Smart Contracts and Wallets9:25
  • Crypto is All Around Us!8:34
  • Crypto Trading and Investing13:38
  • The Future of Crypto13:35
  • How to Make Crypto Work For You15:39

Requirements

  • There are no prerequisites or requirements for enrollment in our course.

Description

Lesson 1: Intro to Crypto, Blockchain, Smart Contracts & Wallets

  • 1.1 Introduction to Cryptocurrency

    • What cryptocurrency is and why it matters

    • Current coins & tokens

  • 1.2 Blockchain Technology

    • Fundamentals of blockchain: distributed ledger and decentralization

    • How transactions work and why blockchain is secure

  • 1.3 Smart Contracts

    • Definition and purpose of smart contracts

    • Examples and practical uses of smart contracts in finance, real estate, etc.

  • 1.4 Wallets and Security Basics

    • Types of wallets: hot, cold, hardware, and software wallets

    • Wallet security practices: seed phrases, two-factor authentication

Lesson 2: Examples of Crypto All Around Us

  • 2.1 Everyday Applications of Cryptocurrency

    • Examples of companies accepting crypto (retail, tech, services)

    • Introduction to NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and their impact on art and digital assets

  • 2.2 Crypto in Financial Services

    • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and its role in lending, borrowing, and staking

    • How cryptocurrency is reshaping traditional banking and investing

  • 2.3 Beyond Finance: New Applications

    • Supply chain transparency, digital identity verification, and real estate

    • Future possibilities in healthcare, voting systems, and intellectual property

Lesson 3: Crypto Investing

  • 3.1 Crypto Investment Strategies

    • Types of investments: Holding, day trading, staking, and yield farming

    • Importance of understanding volatility and market dynamics

  • 3.2 Analyzing and Choosing Cryptocurrencies

    • How to evaluate cryptocurrencies (use cases, developer activity, market cap)

    • Comparing popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.

  • 3.3 Risk Management

    • Diversification and managing portfolio risk

    • Safety of your portfolio

  • 3.4 Tools for Crypto Investing

    • Using exchanges, tracking platforms, and wallets effectively

    • Introduction to technical analysis tools for market insights

Lesson 4: The Future of Crypto

  • 4.1 Emerging Trends in Cryptocurrency

    • Blockchain 3.0, cross-chain solutions, and Layer 2 scaling

    • Importance of eco-friendly solutions in the future of crypto

  • 4.2 Regulation and the Global Economy

    • Current regulatory landscape and potential future policies

    • Crypto’s role in the global economy and decentralized finance

  • 4.3 Future Applications and Innovations

    • Advancements in the metaverse, decentralized apps, and tokenized assets

    • How crypto could reshape employment, data privacy, and property rights

  • 4.4 Preparing for a Crypto-Integrated World

    • Steps individuals and businesses can take to stay ahead of the curve

Lesson 5: How to Make Crypto Work for You

  • 5.1 Setting Up a Personal Crypto Strategy

    • Aligning crypto goals with personal financial goals

    • Choosing income-generating methods (staking, lending, DeFi projects)

  • 5.2 Passive Income Opportunities in Crypto

    • Exploring platforms that offer rewards and interest for holding crypto

  • 5.3 Security and Long-Term Planning

    • Best practices for securing assets and protecting against scams

    • Diversifying across crypto assets and planning for market cycles

  • 5.4 Using Crypto to Build Wealth

    • Practical examples of growing wealth through strategic crypto use

    • Combining crypto investments with traditional investment portfolios for balance


Who this course is for:

  • Learn about Crypto, Blockchains, Smart Contracts and Wallets
  • Blockchains and Smart Contracts are Being Used Everyday!