SK
Reviewed Apr 13, 2020
It is really awesome course. Concepts are clearly explained by the professor. Graphical representation is also made perfectly to understand easily. Thanks to Coursera & University of Michigan.
Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained
The sudden rise in the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, and its subsequent decline, focused the world’s attention on cryptocurrencies as a means of payment. Blockchain technology powers Bitcoin and has been hyped as the next new, transformative technology. In this course, we first discuss the technical underpinnings of blockchain and review key concepts such as decentralization and consensus algorithms. We then examine blockchain as an asset and review the dynamics of the cryptocurrency markets. Finally, we examine blockchain as a business solution, with a focus on understanding business cases in which blockchain does and does not make sense.
Status: Cryptography
Status: Distributed Computing
BeginnerCourse9 hours
Featured reviews
KG
Reviewed Apr 24, 2020
The course content is good but a bit too slow and the instructor could have used some more tools rather than just him speaking into the camera though he managed to grab our attention most times.
OD
Reviewed Apr 21, 2020
The information is really valuable. The authors should review some of the sound in the last week, though. I really appreciate the conceptual maps the authors worked on, very useful!
SR
Reviewed Mar 6, 2020
I got a deeper understanding of the system "Bitcoin" and "blockchain technology" as an asset. I feel now more prepared to do further research myself or to understand news on these subjects.
AT
Reviewed Nov 6, 2020
I very excited about the first and second courses. The lecturer is very smart. The deep knowledge and professional representation catches you and keeps on track through the course.
CM
Reviewed Apr 24, 2020
I do not know if I feel prepare to enter an exchange, but I guess I must still learn by experience. It was an interesting and fun journey. I would love to see more courses like this.
JB
Reviewed Oct 4, 2023
The course has been incredible to start with the use of ICT, especially the impact of the industry 4.0, for this reason it has been interesting the course and thank you for the opportunity !!!!
SC
Reviewed Jul 3, 2020
Very nice introductory course which explained "Bitcoin" and "Ethereum" proof-of-work and proof-of-stake concept. The pros and the drawbacks of cryptocurrency.
MH
Reviewed Sep 25, 2021
the information is really valuable. understanding more about blockchain and crypto and the way mr ANDREW..explained really appreciat it ...
KB
Reviewed May 27, 2025
Excellent introductory course. Covered all of the basics and conveyed a basic understanding of both Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies. Easy to understand and a great speaker.
R
Reviewed May 21, 2020
A great course to begin with, thank you for bestowing me with the tremendous amount of knowledge and understanding on blockchain technology.
OA
Reviewed Sep 18, 2021
Excellent introduction material on blockchain and cryptocurrency. I enjoyed the lectures, working on the assignment and my understanding on the material is reinforced by taking the quiz.