Bitcoin Basics - Investing & Risk

Bitcoin Basics - Investing & Risk
This is a Melbourne based, live event. Limited seating, booking required.
Please note, this event is hosted by a partner group, separate to the Emerging Tech Hub.

Hosted by Craig Artemiou
Guest Speaker: Jonas - Quantatative Researcher and Engineer at AMP
“Jonas works in the investment team at AMP, one of Australia’s largest superannuation funds. In 2024, AMP made history by becoming the first superannuation fund to invest in Bitcoin.”

What You’ll Learn:

• The Bitcoin Basics related to;
• Common misconceptions.
• The problem Bitcoin solves.
• Common risks and mitigations.
• Personal holding risks, exchange risks, protocol level risks.
• Institutional adoption and market forces
• An institutional lens for assessing Bitcoin & managing Bitcoin in a portfolio.
• Portfolio construction & modeling live demo.
• Questions and answers.

At the upcoming live Bitcoin event, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of Bitcoin Basics, focusing on the core issues and strategies that define the Bitcoin landscape. The session will begin by exploring the fundamental problem that Bitcoin was designed to solve, providing clarity on its revolutionary approach to financial systems. Attendees will also learn about common misconceptions surrounding Bitcoin, which often lead to misunderstandings and misinformation. The event will delve into the various risks associated with Bitcoin, including personal holding risks, exchange risks, and protocol-level risks, while also offering insights into effective mitigations for each.

A significant portion of the event will be dedicated to discussing institutional adoption and the market forces that influence Bitcoin's trajectory. Participants will receive an institutional lens for assessing Bitcoin and managing it within a portfolio, gaining valuable insights into strategic decision-making. The event will display a live demonstration of portfolio construction and modeling, providing in person experience with practical tools and techniques.

A dedicated Q&A segment will allow participants to ask questions and engage directly with knowledgeable speakers.

This is a free community event designed to promote education around Bitcoin and support the growth of the local Bitcoin community. With limited seats available, early booking is highly recommended to secure your spot. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Bitcoin in a practical, hands-on setting.

IMPORTANT please arrive by 5:45pm to ensure we can let you in at ground level and to access the lifts. Thereafter, we may not have someone available to let you in the building.

Location: Melbourne Connect - Level 7 Manhari Room 7212.
Address: 700 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
How to get there? Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station, there are multiple bus options or paid parking is available at Ace Parking, Cardigan House.
Detailed Directions: Directions Link

The event will be catered. There'll be some finger food/snacks and drinks available. Please register early so we can allow for everyone.
If there is something in particular you would like to learn about, send us a message and we will do our best to include it in the presentation.
*Final details are subject to change.