This session focuses on what CPAs need to know about blockchain technology, specifically by providing an introduction and overview of just what this technology platform represents.

Many practitioners may have previously taken courses and received information related to blockchain, but the market has continued to evolve at an astonishing pace. Taking this into account, this session provides a market refresh and update as to what trends continue to drive the blockchain conversation forward in 2019 and 2020. By analyzing the business applications and components of blockchain technology, this session provides a comprehensive review of what blockchain represents, how it works, and how CPAs can use it to add value to clients.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and analyze the components and aspect of the variations of blockchain networks, and how these various components function.


• Understand how blockchain technology already functions, and will continue to drive disruption and innovation in the accounting profession.