Virtual
The CPA’s 2026 Guide to Cryptocurrency and Blockchain 26-27
Date: Aug. 21, 2026
Time: 9 – 11 a.m. PT
CPE: 2
Overview
We have passed the 15-year anniversary of the start of the cryptocurrency market with the release of Bitcoin in 2010. It is estimated today that 1 in 5 people in the U.S. trade in cryptocurrency. With the recent changes in the legislative landscape this number is poised for substantial growth. In addition, there will be natural evolution towards "smart contracts" powered by AI and the integration of cryptocurrency as the payment mechanism. For these reasons, it is important for every CPA to have a baseline understanding of the cryptocurrency marketplace and the technology it is built on.
Product Code
1000004770-138318
Credit Type
CPE: 2CPE-Technical: 2Intended Audience
CPAs and other financial professionals interested in getting up to speed on the current state of the cryptocurrency marketplace.
NASBA Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Level of Difficulty
Basic
Prerequisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
Learning Objectives
Major Subjects
- Blockchain technology primer
- Cryptocurrency technology primer
- Update on the cryptocurrency marketplace
- Cryptocurrency exchanges - the good, the bad and the ugly
- Overview of cryptocurrency taxation and legislation
- Smart contracts - what they are and how they work
Other Dates
Faculty
John Higgins
Meet John Higgins, CPA. CITP, the visionary behind Higgins Advisory, LLC, specializing in guiding CPAs and CFOs through digital transformation. Blending strategic advice, education, and coaching, John aims to not just navigate but master today’s digital landscape. He has founded and sold two CPA technology advisory startups in his career and now focuses exclusively on helping accounting professionals understand and apply emerging technologies....
More about John HigginsAdditional Details
This prerecorded broadcast is provided through our partnership with Higgins Advisory, LLC. Instructor will be available via the chat feature.