Crypto & Blockchain

Foundational concepts behind cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and decentralized networks.

Part of Fundamentals

What you will learn

This scope is designed to help you build a practical understanding of Crypto & Blockchain. Lessons move from core definitions to real-world context and common failure points.

Lessons

Reading in order is recommended, but each lesson stands on its own.

12 min read
Beginner

Stablecoins Explained

An in-depth introduction to stablecoins, covering what they are, why they exist, how different designs work, where they sit in the crypto market structure, and what real-world events reveal about their strengths and risks. Written for readers seeking a precise, fundamentals-level understanding without trading guidance.

10 min read
Beginner

Crypto Exchanges

A clear, structured overview of crypto exchanges, how they work, why they exist, and where they sit within the broader crypto market structure, with real-world context and examples for clarity, without investment or strategy guidance.  

12 min read
Intermediate

Custody Risks

A clear, academically grounded examination of custody risks in crypto and blockchain, covering definitions, market structure, sources of risk, and real-world context without investment advice or trading guidance. Includes practical examples and analytic questions used to assess custodial arrangements.

10 min read
Intermediate

Why Crypto Markets Are Volatile

An in-depth explanation of what drives volatility in crypto markets, how it relates to market structure, and why large and rapid price moves are common in digital assets. Includes real-world examples and clear definitions without investment advice or trading strategies.

14 min read
Beginner

Smart Contracts Basics

A foundational overview of smart contracts: what they are, why they exist, how they execute on blockchains, and where they fit in the broader crypto market structure, with practical examples and constraints to consider.