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SUMMARY:The Payments Association Crypto 101 - Online Training Course February 2023
DESCRIPTION:What you’ve always wanted to know about virtual & decentralised payments but were afraid to ask…\nThis broad and comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of virtual\, crypto and decentralised payments gives an in-depth snapshot of this particular aspect of the payments industry for a better understanding of how it all fits together. The course combines presenter-led sessions\, thought-provoking videos and quizzes. Drawing on real life examples\, it weaves together the underpinning principles\, key stakeholders and regulations. with practical applications for all three. It will bring an understanding of the key issues and opportunities\, with practical advice to take back. \n  \n \n  \nPre-requisites\nPayments 101 (or equivalent knowledge) is a pre-requisite\, otherwise this course will be difficult to follow.\nRegulations 101 (or equivalent knowledge) is desired (although not necessary)\, as it can help better understand the regulatory context. \nCourse Content Summary\nSTART Registration and Introduction\nPART 1 – DAY 1\nINTRODUCTION: CENTRALISED vs DECENTRALISED\nBLOCKCHAIN FUNDAMENTALS\nDIGITAL/ VIRTUAL ASSETS (Part 1) \nPART 2 – DAY 2\nDIGITAL/ VIRTUAL ASSETS (Part 1)\nTRANSACTING IN A DECENTRALISED PAYMENTS ECOSYSTEM\nRISKS – AN OVERVIEW\nREGULATIONS\nMARKET OUTLOOK\nCLOSE Final considerations \n(Note: for the online courses\, regular breaks are scheduled for mid-morning\, lunch\, as well as a number of frequent smaller breaks throughout). \nDetailed Agenda \nPART 1 – DAY 1 \nINTRODUCTION: CENTRALISED vs DECENTRALISED\nTraditional payments ecosystem Recap (Cards & ACH)\nCentralised vs distributed ledgers\nBLOCKCHAIN FUNDAMENTALS\nWhat is a Blockchain?\nHow does a blockchain work?\nHow are transactions validated?\nScalability & other issues\nGovernance & environmental impact \nDIGITAL/ VIRTUAL ASSETS – PART 1\nAbout money…\nVirtual assets – Part 1\nVirtual currencies\nCrypto Assets\nCrypto currencies\nStablecoins\nUtility tokens\nSecurity tokens\nSmart contracts\nNon-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) \nPART 2 – DAY 2 \nDIGITAL/ VIRTUAL ASSETS – PART 2\nVirtual assets – Part 2 (e-money\, CBDC)\nMarket comparison & recap\nRaising interest in virtual asset projects\nTRANSACTING IN A DECENTRALISED PAYMENTS ECOSYSTEM\nDigital wallets\nCrypto exchanges\nRecap on ecosystem actors\nRISKS – AN OVERVIEW\nCrypto asset risks\nCBDC risks\nREGULATIONS\nGlobal regulatory landscape – AML\nCrypto regulations – UK\nCrypto regulations – Worldwide\nMARKET OUTLOOK\nThe Metaverse\, Web 2.0 vs Web 3.0\nPayments: an evolving picture\nBig Tech\, upcoming use cases\nFinal considerations \nCourse trainer: Neira Jones\, FBCS\, MsC\nNeira advises organisations of all sizes on payments\, fintech\, regtech\, cybercrime\, information security\, regulations (e.g. PSD2\, GDPR\, AML) and digital innovation. More than 20 years in financial services and technology made her believe in change through innovation & partnerships. She always strives to demystify the hype surrounding current issues and also enjoys her work as an expert witness. She likes engaging on social media and regularly addresses global audiences as a keynote speaker or chair person. \n  \nFor any questions or queries on the above course\, feel free to reach out to Orlanna Morris on orlanna.morris@thepaymentsassociation.org
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/the-payments-association-crypto-101-online-training-course-february-2023/
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SUMMARY:PA@TheCity February 2023
DESCRIPTION:*Please note we are at capacity for this event\, and will therefore not be accepting walk-ins. You must show your registration confirmation email / QR code to get in.\n\nJoin your fellow members at our popular networking event – establish new contacts and sales leads\n\nThe event will run between 18:00 – 21:00 GMT and is an in-person networking drinks reception. \n\nJoin Tony Craddock\, Director General\, The Payments Association and Mark Nalder\, Payment Strategy & Performance Director\, Nationwide for an insightful fireside chat and Q&A session! \n\nSimply pick up your badge at registration and join us for a drink or two to catch up with old friends and engage with new members of The Payments Association and their guests. \nDrinks are on The Payments Association
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/pathecity-february-2023/
LOCATION:The Factory House\, 37 Leadenhall Place\, London\, EC3M 7AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:PA@TheCity
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