Description
In this course, you will :
- Learn the fundamentals of blockchain technology.
- Learn the fundamentals of the complex world of cryptocurrencies.
- Explain how criminals are currently using cryptocurrencies.
- Explain money laundering methods and how cryptocurrencies are used for money laundering.
- Examine the role of cryptocurrencies in the financing of terrorism.
- Consider the constraints of cryptocurrencies in financial crimes.
- Distinguish between international cryptocurrency laws and regulations at the country level.
- Learn about the methods and tools needed to run an effective cryptocurrency compliance programme.
Syllabus :
1. What you need to know about Blockchain8 lectures • 25min
- What is a Blockchain?
- How does a blockchain work?
- Making a practical example
- Understanding the blockchain consensus mechanisms
- What can you do with blockchain technology
2. What you need to know about Cryptocurrencies
- Understanding Cryptoassets Cryptocurrencies and Tokens
- The Birthday Of Cryptoassets Initial Coin Offerings
- What Can You Do With Cryptocurrencies
- A Brief History Of Virtual Currencies And Cryptocurrencies
3. Understanding the use of cryptocurrencies in financial crimes
- Why Cryptocurrencies Are Interesting For Criminals
- What are the most relevant Cryptocurrencies for Criminals?
- The Use Of Cryptocurrencies On Darknet Marketplaces
- The Financial Crime Risk In Initial Coin Offerings
- Limitations Of Cryptocurrencies For Financial Crimes
4. Understanding Cryptocurrency Money Laundering
- What is Money Laundering?
- The 3 Stages Of Cryptocurrency Money Laundering
- Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Using Virtual Currency Exchanges
- 7 Additional Methods Of Cryptocurrency Money Laundering
5. Understanding Cryptocurrency Terrorist Financing
- What Is Terrorist Financing
- The 4 Stages Of Cryptocurrency Terrorist Financing
- The Role Of Cryptocurrencies In Terrorist Financing
6. Understanding International Crypto Laws and Regulations
- Clarifying The Legal Status Of Cryptocurrencies
- Cryptocurrency Laws And Regulations In Asia
- Cryptocurrency Laws And Regulations In Africa
- Cryptocurrency Laws And Regulations In The Americas
- Cryptocurrency Laws And Regulations In Europe
- Cryptocurrencies Laws And Regulations In Other Regions
7. Methods and Tools for an effective Cryptocurrency Compliance Program
- Defining The Cryptocurrency Risk Appetite
- Performing the Cryptocurrency Financial Crime Risk Assessment
- Monitoring Cryptocurrency Activity With Software Solutions
- What Exactly Do Cryptocurrency Transactions Monitoring Tools Do?
- Identifying Cryptocurrency Red Flags
- Identifying Illicit Activity With Software Solutions









