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What are the main topics covered in the course?
What are the main topics covered in the course?
- Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International trade
- Quantum physics, String theory, General relativity
- Artificial intelligence, Machine learning, Data analysis
- Blockchains and cryptocurrencies, Electronic payments, Electronic cash in the 1980s and 1990s (correct)
Who are the student assistants for the course?
Who are the student assistants for the course?
- Edward Felten, Andrew Miller, Steven Goldfeder
- Paul Vigna, Michael J. Casey, Daniel Drescher
- Guangkai Jiang, Singh Nimer, Kumar Vipul (correct)
- Mattia Veroni, Arvind Narayanan, Joseph Bonneau
What is the recommended textbook for the course?
What is the recommended textbook for the course?
- Blockchain Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction in 25 Steps, Daniel Drescher
- The Age of Cryptocurrency: How Bitcoin and Digital Money Are Challenging the Global Economic Order, Paul Vigna, Michael J. Casey
- Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies, Arvind Narayanan, Joseph Bonneau, Edward Felten, Andrew Miller, Steven Goldfeder, Princeton University Press (correct)
- Mastering Bitcoin: Unlocking Digital Cryptocurrencies, Andreas M. Antonopoulos
Who is the lecturer and coordinator for the course?
Who is the lecturer and coordinator for the course?
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Where can students find lecture slides, recordings, exercises, and assessment items?
Where can students find lecture slides, recordings, exercises, and assessment items?
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In which decade did electronic cash emerge?
In which decade did electronic cash emerge?
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Which topic will NOT be covered in the course?
Which topic will NOT be covered in the course?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Main topics include electronic cash, its emergence, and associated technologies.
- Notably, the course will not cover digital currencies or blockchain specifically.
Student Assistants
- The course is supported by a team of student assistants who assist with inquiries and provide resources.
Recommended Textbook
- A specific textbook is recommended for in-depth understanding of key concepts discussed in the course.
Course Coordination
- The lecturer and course coordinator play a pivotal role in guiding students and structuring the course content.
Learning Resources
- Lecture slides, recordings, exercises, and assessments can be found on the course's designated online platform.
Historical Context
- Electronic cash emerged in the 1980s, marking a significant development in financial technology.
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Test your knowledge of introduction to blockchains, cryptocurrencies, and electronic payments with this quiz based on Lecture 1 of TTM4195 Autumn 2023. Evaluate your understanding of course topics, activities, and assessment items.
