FinTech and Cryptocurrencies (MFIN 6650)

Finance · Boston College

This class focuses on understanding the design of cryptocurrencies and blockchains and their investment implications. We first discuss the technical underpinnings of blockchain and review key concepts such as decentralization and consensus algorithms. We then examine cryptocurrencies as an asset and review the dynamics of crypto markets. Finally, we discuss limits of arbitrage and hedging in crypto futures and options.A general knowledge of Python coding is assumed.STEM-designated

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