Securing Cryptocurrencies (2019)

Securing Cryptocurrencies (2019)

41mIntermediate2019-01-23

Authors

Jonathan Reichental

Jonathan Reichental

Award-winning technology leader

Course details

Cryptocurrencies have exploded in popularity for both individuals and organizations. With billions of dollars at stake, ensuring that cryptocurrencies aren't stolen, that fraud is reduced, that hacking doesn't become a persistent threat, and that a host of other security challenges are addressed has become vitally important. This short, introductory course explores some of the basic security requirements for cryptocurrencies and provides guidance on how to lower security risks. Upon completing this course, you'll have a deeper understanding of cryptocurrency security, as well as some tools to reduce your own exposure to risk.

Skills covered

Web3CryptocurrencyFinance and AccountingData ScienceOne-Off

Concepts

Introduction

  • Make crypto security a priority

Introduction to Cryptocurrencies

  • It begins with bitcoin
  • The basics of cryptocurrencies
  • How cryptocurrencies work
  • Mining cryptocurrencies

Securing Cryptocurrencies

  • Cryptography holds the key to security
  • Using cryptographic keys
  • Secure your private keys
  • Different types of wallets
  • The role of exchanges
  • The security risks of exchanges
  • Nontechnical security risks

Conclusion

  • Final thoughts
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