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NFT and Cryptocurrency Markets: Fundamentals and Risk

Wallets, market analysis, NFT creation and case studies

Introduction

Why this course

Explore cryptocurrency and NFT technology, wallets, market behaviour, token creation and practical use cases through lessons, case studies, games and group activities. Compare trading and investment approaches by their assumptions, costs and risks, rather than treating them as assured routes to profit.

Learning outcomes

Explain blockchain, cryptocurrency and NFT fundamentals and representative uses.
Describe wallet custody, transaction processes and common security mistakes.
Read market charts and critically compare fundamental and technical analysis.
Outline an NFT creation and marketplace workflow, including digital assets, pricing and selling.
Assess volatility, liquidity, platform and ownership risks using practical cases.

Prerequisites

A laptop with a modern browser and reliable internet access. No blockchain programming experience is required. Exercises can use prepared examples or simulated transactions.

Training outline

2 modules

01Day 1 — Understanding cryptocurrency1 topics

Technology and monetary systems

Introduction to cryptocurrency
Blockchain technology
Network characteristics: decentralisation, security assumptions and pseudonymous public transactions; privacy varies by system
Examples of cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.)
Government-issued currencies and cryptocurrency monetary rules

Wallets, transactions and custody

Setting up a digital wallet
Buying and selling cryptocurrencies
How to store and secure your cryptocurrency
Recognising jurisdiction-dependent tax implications and when to seek qualified advice
Stay up-to-date with crypto news and developments

Markets, analysis and risk

How to read cryptocurrency market charts
Market analysis techniques (fundamental and technical analysis)
Market Psychology
Risk Management
Identifying and avoiding common cryptocurrency investment mistakes

Game and Group Activity of the Day

02Day 2 — Exploring NFTs1 topics

NFT fundamentals and use cases

What are NFTs?
The difference between fungible and non-fungible tokens
How NFTs are used in the real world (digital art, gaming, etc.)
NFTs and the Art World
Technical Considerations

Creating and selling digital assets

How to create your own NFTs
Where to sell your NFTs (marketplaces, auction sites, etc.)
How to price your NFTs and set up auctions
Digital Asset Creation ( images, videos,music, etc)
Marketing and Selling the NFT

Market participation and evaluation

How to invest in NFTs (buying, holding, and selling)
Market Analysis
Evaluating NFT claims, provenance, demand and liquidity without assuming resale value
Navigating NFT Platforms
Fractionalisation concepts and associated technical and legal considerations
Risks associated with NFT investments and how to mitigate them
NFT-Enabled Gaming
Emerging NFT uses and scenarios, not forecasts of future value

Cryptocurrency and NFT connections

Understanding Crypto/NFT Synergies
Comparing combined cryptocurrency/NFT strategies, costs and risks
Cryptocurrency payments for NFTs
NFT Marketplace Integration
NFTs as Marketing Tools
Emerging blockchain investment scenarios and uncertainty

Game and Group Activity of the Day

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