About the certification

Some Key Concepts Covered Include:

Transaction Architecture & Cryptographic Foundations — Detailed exploration of fundamental blockchain transaction elements including cryptographic protocols for secure message dissemination, digital identity verification mechanisms, and digital wallet infrastructure that enables value and information exchange on distributed networks

Payment System Mechanics & Transaction Lifecycle — Technical examination of how blockchain transactions are linked together and created from initiation to confirmation, demonstrating the complete process flow that distinguishes blockchain-based payments from traditional financial settlement systems

Stablecoin Design & Volatility Mitigation — Comprehensive analysis of cryptocurrencies engineered for price stability through pegging mechanisms to fiat currencies or baskets of assets, exploring how digital representations of Euro, British Pound, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, and other currencies enable reduced volatility for practical commerce applications, illustrated through Facebook's Libra case study

Central Bank Digital Currencies & Sovereign Money Evolution — Investigation of government-issued digital currencies (CBDCs) and their role in modernizing national monetary systems, examining how central banks worldwide are researching and deploying blockchain-based alternatives to physical cash and traditional banking infrastructure

Cashless Economy Transformation & Mobile Payment Adoption — Real-world analysis of blockchain-powered mobile payment ecosystems creating cashless societies, featuring the Ant Financial case study demonstrating Asia's rapid adoption of digital payment platforms and the disruptive potential for commerce, remittances, and financial inclusion globally

When you’re starting course 3, you’re already deep into exploring blockchain finance.

In this course, you’ll learn about the potential future of finance. Starting with a deep dive into digital currencies and payments, you’ll understand why payment infrastructures will need to be enhanced, in order to keep pace.

The course further explores the convenience, and security of digital wallets. Learn more about stablecoins, and the potential impact of central bank digital currencies. Finally, you’re encouraged to envision your own path towards a cashless society, where transactions are seamless, efficient and most importantly, secure.