Digital and Crypto Assets and the regulatory landscape

Course outline and objectives

Digital assets are a type of asset that exist only in digital form. They can be anything from music and movies to software and financial instruments. Crypto assets are a type of digital asset that use cryptography to secure transactions and to control the creation of new units.

The regulatory landscape for such assets is ever-changing and there are a few key tenants of which you need to be aware.

Who will benefit?

This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about digital and crypto assets with a focus on compliance professionals who work in financial services.

Anyone responsible for key risk, compliance, governance and oversight activities within a financial services organisation, especially those involved directly or indirectly with retail business.

This encompasses: Chief Operating Officers, Marketing Managers, Management, Compliance Officers, Risk Managers, Internal Auditors, Investment Advisors and Investment Managers.

Topics may include but are not limited to:

• Introduction to Digital Assets and the technology behind them
• The main risks and benefits associated with digital assets
• The regulatory landscape
• Meeting regulatory expectations