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Bitcoin+ Security Practitioner™

Protecting digital assets takes more than basic awareness. Bitcoin+ Security™ brings together AI-driven analysis, blockchain forensics, and current protection strategies – for clear action in a world where crypto security is becoming a core competency.

Key topics

  • Risk detection in wallets and transactions using AI-supported methods.
  • Forensic analysis of blockchain data and an overview of protection mechanisms.
  • Building robust security architectures for digital assets.
  • Threat intelligence strategies for current threats in crypto ecosystems.
  • Identifying and defending against social engineering attacks in the crypto space.

Prerequisite
Those with a basic understanding of digital systems can get started right away – openness to technical security topics is helpful.

Target group
Suited for professionals in security, IT, compliance, and finance – as well as anyone who wants to protect crypto systems strategically with solid expertise.

The training content paints a clear picture: crypto security is not an add-on but a strategic factor – and with the right tools, digital assets can be protected for the long term.

Course content
  • Origins and operating principles of Bitcoin
  • Core principles of decentralized currencies
  • Fundamental cryptographic mechanisms and their significance
  • Data authentication mechanisms within the blockchain
  • Mining processes and their security-relevant implications
  • Merkle trees as a tool for ensuring block integrity
  • Fundamentals and operation of the Proof-of-Work mechanism
  • Strengths and limitations of PoW in a security context
  • Alternative approaches: Proof-of-Stake, Delegated PoS, and related concepts
  • 51% attacks: threat landscape and effective countermeasures
  • Structure and design of the Bitcoin scripting language
  • Overview of key script types and their use cases
  • Common vulnerabilities and attack surfaces in scripting
  • Advanced techniques for secure transaction construction
  • Network configuration and tailored protection solutions
  • Encryption and secure data transmission in the Bitcoin network
  • Sybil attacks: detection, risks, and mitigation strategies
  • The role of network nodes in maintaining overall security
  • Comparing wallet types: hot wallets, cold storage, and their differences
  • Protection mechanisms: seed phrases, multi-factor authentication, and more
  • Proven recommendations for secure wallet management
  • Hardware wallets: use cases and key security considerations
  • Double-spending: mechanism and known attack patterns
  • Race attacks within the Bitcoin network
  • Finney attacks and how they work
  • The Vector76 attack – technique and impact
  • Case analysis: historical exploits and lessons from the Mt. Gox incident
  • Regulatory frameworks and their influence on Bitcoin security standards
  • KYC and AML requirements: practical relevance and implementation
  • Legal challenges and jurisdiction-specific considerations
  • Quantum computing as a growing challenge for cryptographic approaches
  • Potential vulnerabilities in future network architectures
  • New directions in blockchain security: layer 2 protocols and sharding
  • How global regulatory shifts are shaping security standards
  • Designing and implementing effective security policies
  • Structured risk management for crypto environments
  • Security audits and penetration testing as quality assurance
  • Active research areas in modern cryptography
  • Planned protocol updates and their security relevance
  • Real-world examples of successful security improvements
  • Open-source contributions as a driver for greater ecosystem security

Up to 100% funding for your continuing education

Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.

Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.