As an accountant and finance professional, it is crucial to be well-versed in cybersecurity within your organisation and comprehend the implications of blockchain on transactions. This specialised session requires no prior knowledge and will assist you in recognizing the risks and opportunities while providing the practical skills needed to address them.

By participating in this session, you will:

• Gain an understanding of the challenges in creating a digital currency and how blockchain overcomes these issues.
• Identify real-world applications of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
• Assess cybersecurity risks and their potential impact on organisations.
• Explore various controls to manage cybersecurity risks within an organisation.

Cybersecurity:

• Objectives: What goals should we aim for when establishing a cybersecurity strategy?
• Risks: What are the cybersecurity threats to consider for your organisation (beyond just hackers)?
• Impact: What are the consequences if a cybersecurity risk occurs?
• Controls: What practical measures can be implemented to safeguard you and your organisation?
• Current cybersecurity landscape: Practical examples of recent cybersecurity incidents.

Blockchain:

• Digital currency creation: What issues in the current banking system are digital currencies trying to solve?
• Blockchain applications: How is blockchain technology used in various fields, from tracking livestock to verifying ownership of valuable art.

Cryptocurrency:

• Blockchain’s role in enabling cryptocurrency: What is blockchain and how does it support cryptocurrencies?
• Practical aspects of cryptocurrencies: An exploration of bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies, including key warning signs to watch for.

Power BI:

Attending this session will enable you to:

• Develop a thorough understanding of blockchain and its significance for accountants.
• Learn through practical examples about the risks associated with blockchain and methods to manage these risks.
• Increase your awareness of the latest cybersecurity threats facing organisations and individuals.
• Gain insights from practical steps to enhance your organisation’s (and your own) cybersecurity.