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Blockchain Applications in Fintech

Blockchain Applications in Fintech

This course is part of Applied Blockchain for Fintech: DeFi and Tokenization Specialization

Instructors: Don Tapscott

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain real-world blockchain applications, including stablecoins, executive tokens, and blockchain-based insurance.
Analyze how blockchain supports financial infrastructure, including international clearing and settlement.
Evaluate blockchain applications in financial markets, including tokenized securities and other blockchain-enabled financial instruments.

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This course is part of the Applied Blockchain for Fintech: DeFi and Tokenization Specialization

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There are 6 modules in this course

Explore how blockchain technology is being applied across financial services and other industries through real-world use cases. In this course, you'll examine blockchain applications that demonstrate how digital assets and decentralized technologies can support new approaches to transactions, financial products, and business processes.

In this module, you’ll explore one of the real-world use cases of blockchain in fintech - stablecoins.

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1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you’ll explore one of the real-world use cases of blockchain in fintech - securities tokens.

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1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you’ll explore one of the real-world use cases of blockchain in fintech - decentralized insurance.

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1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you’ll explore one of the real-world use cases of blockchain in fintech - international payments.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you’ll examine how AI is shaping blockchain-based economic models, from adaptive tokenomics to dynamic incentive systems.

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2 videos2 readings2 assignments

This module will test your understanding on Blockchain Applications in Fintech.

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1 assignment

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Instructors

Don Tapscott

INSEAD

25 Courses172,697 learners

Alex Tapscott

INSEAD

24 Courses171,740 learners

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You'll examine several use cases, including stablecoins, executive tokens, insurance, international clearing and settlement, and applications within financial markets.

The course specifically explores international clearing and settlement, helping you understand blockchain's potential role in financial transactions that cross markets and borders.

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