Description

Stablecoins play a significant and multifaceted role within financial markets, offering benefits and functionalities that enhance the efficiency, stability, and accessibility of the cryptocurrency ecosystem and traditional financial systems. Navigating this emerging market along with its inherent risks and regulations presents myriad challenges for today's finance professional. Steve Maex, Assistant Professor of Accounting at George Mason University?s Costello School of Business, and Stefan Slavov, Assistant Professor of Accounting at San Diego State University, guide us through an analysis of stablecoin and its evolving role in today's economy.

Target Audience

CPAs and other financial professionals seeking education on the topic.

Course Objectives

• Identify the types of stablecoin and its role in bridging traditional finance and cryptocurrency

• Recognize established criteria for how stablecoin reserves are reported and potential trends in this area

• Distinguish the approach of different global regulatory bodies in creating requirements and frameworks for stablecoin transactions

• Identify the role of the auditor in providing independent assurance for stablecoin reserves

Subjects

• Cryptocurrency Ecosystem

• Risks and Regulations

• Stablecoin