Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained
Completed by James Katz
August 5, 2026
8 hours (approximately)
James Katz's account is verified. Coursera certifies their successful completion of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained
What you will learn
Explain how blockchain works.
Articulate the key technical aspects, such as decentralization and consensus algorithms.
Describe the strengths and weaknesses of cryptocurrency as an asset and a payment mechanism.
Evaluate tradeoffs of blockchain as a business solution.
Skills you will gain
- Category: FinTech
- Category: Distributed Computing
- Category: Algorithms
- Category: Market Dynamics
- Category: Cryptography
- Category: Blockchain
- Category: Business Analysis
- Category: Digital Assets
- Category: Payment Systems
- Category: Business Solutions
- Category: Emerging Technologies
- Category: Market Trend
