Tech Talks: Introduction To Bitcoin & Ethereum presented by bitcoin.com.au | Online
About this event
From mysterious origins with enigmatic creator Satoshi Nakomoto, to becoming the #1 Google search of 2017, Bitcoin, and now the entire crypto industry, is taking the world by storm.
The digital revolution of the late 20th Century brought an entirely new layer of transparency and connectedness to the world, putting more power back into the hands of the individual. In 2018, cryptocurrencies, powered by blockchain technology, are the next evolution of the digital world.
Designed for the curious beginner, this comprehensive workshop dissects the key components of the crypto revolution sweeping the globe, including:
- the origins of cryptocurrency,
- blockchain technology and how it works,
- and what it means for our world.
You will walk away with an understanding of the world’s two largest cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin and Ethereum, with a solid grasp on not only the technical implications, but also the social, economic and political impact cryptocurrencies are beginning to have on today’s global society.
Takeaways
Students will leave the workshop with an understanding of: Tech: the tech behind platforms like Bitcoin and Etherum Use: the practical function of cryptocurrencies in everyday life Problems: technical limitations and potential solutions Security: cybersecurity and cryptocurrencies (scam risks, regulation, etc.) Disruption: the potential of blockchain technology to disrupt industries as we now know them (financial, accounting, legal, and more) Greater good: implications and current case studies for societal change
Prereqs & Preparation
Bring something to take notes on, such as a laptop or notepad.
