The characteristics of blockchain and digital assets and their relevance to accounting and finance professionals are covered for practitioners navigating the digital asset landscape.
Blockchain fundamentals
Understanding the core concepts of blockchain technology will help you traverse the digital asset landscape. You’ll cover:
- The history of blockchain technology
- Blockchain infrastructure
- Key features and core principles
- Consensus mechanisms
- Types of blockchain and their characteristics
- Stages of a blockchain transaction
Digital asset basics
Digital assets, the primary application of blockchain technology for accounting and finance professionals, are covered, including:
- Fundamental characteristics and operational features
of digital assets
- Regulatory and security considerations of digital
assets
- Potential risks and benefits of owning digital assets
- Categories of digital assets and their properties
- Best practices and tools for safely storing digital assets
Trends in the digital asset landscape
The blockchain and digital asset landscape is still developing. You'll explore several trends relevant to accounting and financial professionals, including:
- The regulatory and legal position of digital assets
- Regulation of stablecoins
- Implications for financial reporting and asset
management
- New products and financial services
- Sustainability concerns
- Taxation of digital assets
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