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Crypto and the Blockchain

With instructors at the front end of crypto and economics, this class reveals the inner workings of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Meet your new board of advisers: Emilie Choi, Chris Dixon, Paul Krugman, and Changpeng “CZ” Zhao.

1. Meet Your Instructors

Chris Dixon

Changpeng “CZ”  Zhao

Emilie Choi

Paul Krugman

Meet Your Instructors

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao deconstructs the true origins of crypto and how the mysterious figure known as “Satoshi Nakamoto” introduced it to the world. Then, Chris Dixon shares why cryptocurrency and Web3 are in a golden age.

2. History of Crypto

History of Crypto

The instructors outline why cryptocurrency and blockchain technology may be the answer to many of the problems facing the world today.

3. Decentralization: Freedom and Possibility

Decentralization: Freedom and Possibility

Professor Paul Krugman shares the reasons behind his skepticism of cryptocurrency and blockchains, including what he sees as their misleading and unreliable value.

4. Decentralization: Is it Built on a Lie?

Decentralization: Is it Built on a Lie?

In a MasterClass first, CZ and Professor Paul Krugman engage in a debate covering several of crypto’s most polarizing topics, including the greatest challenges for digital currency.

5. Paul & CZ In-Conversation: The "Problem" With Crypto

Paul & CZ In-Conversation: The "Problem" With Crypto

In this lesson, Emilie Choi and Chris Dixon detail the futuristic world of Web 3—powered by blockchain technology and cryptocurrency—and the prospects of the “new internet.”

6. Blockchain Evolution 

Blockchain Evolution 

Emilie Choi, Chris Dixon, and CZ discuss some of the drawbacks of on-chain technology and the innovations necessary to propel blockchains and cryptocurrency into the future.

7. Web3: Read, Write, Own

Web3: Read, Write, Own

Emilie Choi shares executive insight into how entrepreneurs can best interact amid the excitement of cryptocurrency. CZ and Chris Dixon dive into how blockchain could help solve some of the traditional challenges that entrepreneurs face.

8. Crypto for Entrepreneurs 

Crypto for Entrepreneurs 

Groups operating in cryptocurrency are exploring the communal potential of DAOs, “decentralized autonomous organizations.” Chris Dixon examines why DAOs were created and how they are experiments in democracy.

9. DAOs: Companies Run by Communities

DAOs: Companies Run by Communities

NFTs may be the buzziest acronym in cryptocurrency. One by one, Chris Dixon deconstructs the types of NFTs and their potential applications. He also shares how these tokens allow for participation and ownership for everyone involved.

10. NFTs: Digital Goods

NFTs: Digital Goods

There is a proliferation of tokens in the cryptocurrency space—but they don’t all hold real value. Chris Dixon unpacks the tokens that exist in the market and shares tips on what to consider before buying into something new.

11. Crypto Token Ownership 

Crypto Token Ownership 

Stablecoins may have at least two sides. Emilie Choi discusses different types of stablecoins and their potential, while Professor Paul Krugman argues that this type of cryptocurrency is an example of an old banking problem.

12. Stablecoins: Are They Really Stable? 

Stablecoins: Are They Really Stable? 

Continuing their cryptocurrency debate, Professor Paul Krugman and CZ cover the contentious topic of Stablecoins.

13. Paul & CZ In-Conversation: Are Stablecoins Safe?

Paul & CZ In-Conversation: Are Stablecoins Safe?

The cryptocurrency market has had its share of ups and downs. Professor Paul Krugman draws economic parallels between traditional and decentralized finance. Then, Emilie Choi and CZ state their case for the importance of volatility.

14. Why Is Crypto So Volatile? 

Why Is Crypto So Volatile? 

The crypto ecosystem is seen by some as a world of innovation and by others as a world of scams. Professor Paul Krugman and CZ cover the dangers present in the cryptocurrency landscape and offer ways to protect yourself.

15. The Dangers for Investors 

The Dangers for Investors 

Wrapping up their debate, Professor Paul Krugman and CZ scrutinize the consumer market for crypto and blockchains and their visions for the technology’s future.

16. Paul & CZ In-Conversation: Crypto Consumer Protection

Paul & CZ In-Conversation: Crypto Consumer Protection

Professor Paul Krugman details the history of financial regulation, including how it works and who it serves, and he discusses why he believes cryptocurrency shouldn’t be exempt from legal oversight.

17. Crypto Regulation Is Necessary 

Crypto Regulation Is Necessary 

The instructors share their views on how cryptocurrency and blockchain will continue to evolve.

18. The Future of Crypto

The Future of Crypto

Emilie Choi breaks down the basics of blockchain technology in this quick, animated lesson and explains how it can create a more open, accessible financial model.

19. Primer: How Blockchains Work

Primer: How Blockchains Work

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