Bitcoin & Beyond

Bitcoin & Beyond: an introduction to the cryptocurrency asset class, and the FCA’s recent regulatory changes

Join us for our cryptocurrency webinar, where ebi’s Head of Investment Jonathan Griffiths will provide an update on the FCA’s recent lifting of its ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (cETNs), and the impact of this on the UK investment industry. As part of this, we’ll provide an introduction to the crypto asset class, with a focus on Bitcoin We’ll explore the current state of the Bitcoin network, and share ebi’s views on this emerging asset class.

We will discuss:

1. Gain an understanding of the FCA’s recent changes as it relates to crypto exchange traded notes
2. Develop knowledge in relation to the first cryptocurrency Bitcoin, including the its origins, operation, evolution
3. Gain awareness of ebi’s view in relation to this emerging asset class

60 Structured CPD Applicable. For Financial Professionals Only

Jonathan Griffiths, CFA, Head of Investment

Jon is Head of Investment at ebi Portfolios. Joining ebi in 2023, he has 14 years’ experience in the investment industry, including roles as an Investment Specialist within a fund manager and as an Investment Analyst within an investment consultancy.

Jon is responsible for investment research and analysis, communicating information on ebi’s portfolio suite, and providing investment solutions to clients.

Jon is a CFA Charterholder, and graduated from the University of Nottingham with a BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Economics (First Class) degree. He holds the CFA UK Investment Management Certificate (IMC), CFA Institute Sustainable Investing Certificate, CFA UK Certificate in Climate and Investing, and the CFA UK Certificate in Impact Investing.