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Bitcoin Security Foundations

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Overview

As Bitcoin adoption grows, so do the risks linked to theft, human error, weak custody practices, and poor operational controls. The Bitcoin Security Foundations Certification is a practical, beginner-friendly course for security professionals, developers, IT teams, crypto custody teams, and serious holders who want to safeguard Bitcoin assets using proven protection principles. This course covers real-world Bitcoin asset safety, including private key handling, wallet architecture, hardware devices, seed phrases, multisig, backups, threat modeling, and operational controls. You will also explore common attack paths such as phishing, malware, SIM swaps, supply-chain issues, insider risk, and physical compromise. Each topic is explained with practical steps to help you limit exposure and strengthen your overall setup. Each module combines clear explanations with checklists, scenarios, and guided workflows. You will learn how to set up safer wallets, plan backups, use multisig, harden devices, and define protection policies for individuals, teams, and organizations. By the end, you will be able to assess Bitcoin custody risks, remove single points of failure, prepare recovery plans, and handle Bitcoin assets with greater confidence. This certification helps learners build a practical foundation in Bitcoin custody, risk assessment, key protection, and operational resilience.

Syllabus

  • Module 1: Introduction to Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies
    • This module introduces the overall certification structure and explains how the learning experience is organized throughout the course. To support different learning preferences, the content is offered in multiple formats, including Videos, eBooks, Audiobooks, and Podcasts. Each format covers the same key concepts, giving you the flexibility to learn in the way that works best for you. You can choose any format based on your preferred learning style and move through the course at your own pace.
  • Module 2: Bitcoin Blockchain Ledger Security
  • Module 3: Consensus Protocols and Security

Taught by

AI CERTs Team

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