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About the Course

What is Cryptocurrency and how is it an innovative and effective method of currency? This course was designed for individuals and organizations who want to learn how to navigate investment in cryptocurrencies. Professors Jessica Wachter and Sarah Hammer will guide you through developing a framework for understanding both Cryptocurrency and Blockchain. You’ll learn how to define a currency, analyze the foundations of digital signatures and blockchain technology in cryptocurrency, and accurately assess the risks of cryptocurrency in a modern investment portfolio. By the end of this course, you’ll have a deep understanding of the realities of Cryptocurrency, the intricacies of Blockchain technology, and an effective strategy for incorporating Cryptocurrency into your investment plans. No prerequisites are required, although "Fintech: Foundations, Payments, and Regulations" from Wharton's Fintech Specialization is recommended....

Top reviews

KC

Apr 24, 2020

A very good explanation of blockchain and Bitcoin. It so much easier to understand what is blockchain, how it works and the issues surrounding its future use and challenges.

OA

May 5, 2020

Well rounded introduction to digital currencies with knowledgeable lecturers. The videos from Securitize & Broadridge were the icing on the cake for a novice like me. Thank you!

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By Nils L

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Jul 16, 2019

ery inspiring and pretty well playing a Mythbuster in clarifying Bitcoin!

By Rishabh S

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Aug 29, 2021

The first 3 modules were fantastic, but the fourth was severely lacking

By Tushar A

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Jun 26, 2020

Very interesting and fruitful learning and the pedagogy is excellent .

By Sadhana S

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Nov 19, 2021

Really enjoyed the course. Extremely Crisp presentation of concepts.

By יאיר פ

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Sep 6, 2019

The test was with errors and typos. Other than that, a great course.

By Jason L

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Nov 24, 2022

Showed a whole picture of cryptocurrency, it is very professional.

By Armaann k

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Jul 17, 2021

Amazing insights into the technical and financial side of crypto

By Claudia H

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Jun 16, 2021

Really interesting and quick to complete! Definitely recommend.

By Parntep P

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Jun 4, 2021

Very nice course for a newbie in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain.

By Patricia C

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Jan 23, 2022

Enjoyed expanding my knowledge of blockchain an cryptocurrency

By roberto m

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Oct 8, 2019

El curso amplio mi conocimiento sobre criptomonedas.

Saludos!!

By T W C

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Nov 26, 2021

It gives me a good overview of blockchain and cryptocurrency

By ABIR G

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Mar 29, 2021

Great piece to build on fundamentals about Cryptocurrencies.

By Kristine K

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Feb 7, 2021

The best overview in comparison to other courses on Coursera

By Jennifer C

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Feb 19, 2021

I love this course very much. The professors are brilliant!

By Alessandro V

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Dec 30, 2021

Great overview of Bloackchain and associated technologies

By Renato G

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Jan 22, 2021

Great course with a very interesting approach. Tank you!

By Vlad 1

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May 30, 2021

Very insightful. I'm glad I took this course! Thank you

By Anthony N

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May 17, 2020

Good introduction of cryptocurrency and blockchain

By Sachin S R

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Oct 1, 2020

Thanks and Regards,

Sachin Shekhar R,

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By Pranav S

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Nov 5, 2020

it is a really good initiative taken by coursera

By Yuanlong S

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Oct 21, 2020

good data about sharpe ratio and alpha in week 3

By Michael M E

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Mar 28, 2020

Week 3 was a bit complicated with the equations.

By Kehinde D

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Feb 17, 2022

The finance taught in this course was amazing .