Fintech, Explained for Finance People
Ten modules covering the essentials — Bitcoin, blockchain, stablecoins, DeFi, payments, and more. Written for MBA students who understand finance but are new to the technology.
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View all modules →Bitcoin: The First Cryptocurrency
Understand what Bitcoin is, the problem it solves, and why it matters to financial institutions — without the hype.
Blockchain: How the Ledger Works
What a blockchain actually is, how consensus mechanisms differ, and why not every problem needs one.
Stablecoins: Bridging Crypto and Traditional Finance
How stablecoins work, the different models, why they matter for payments and DeFi, and the regulatory reckoning underway.
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