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FREE CURRICULUM · LEARN CRYPTO

Learn Crypto the Right Way

A structured curriculum for Australians who want to understand digital assets properly, before committing a single dollar. Written by CRA's lead analyst, Mario Stanic.

Explain what Bitcoin and blockchains actually are
Secure your assets and avoid common scams
Understand how the ATO taxes crypto in Australia
Structure a portfolio with sensible position sizing

The Curriculum

15 lessons
01
Beginner 7 min

Building Your First Crypto Portfolio: A Framework for Beginners

How much should you allocate? How many coins? When do you take profits? A practical, hype-free framework for Australians building their first digital asset portfolio.

02
Beginner 7 min

Crypto Tax in Australia: The Beginner's Guide to Getting It Right

Crypto-to-crypto swaps are taxable. Staking rewards are income. The ATO is watching. Here is what every Australian crypto holder needs to know before tax time.

03
Beginner 7 min

Crypto Custody and Security: How to Not Lose Your Coins

More crypto is lost to mistakes and scams than to market crashes. This guide covers wallets, private keys, exchanges, and the security habits every Australian holder needs.

04
Beginner 8 min

What Is Ethereum and Why Does It Matter?

Bitcoin introduced digital scarcity. Ethereum introduced programmable money. Here's what that means, why it matters, and how it fits into your investment thinking.

05
Beginner 6 min

How Blockchain Actually Works, Explained with a Shared Notebook

Forget the buzzwords. Using a simple shared-notebook analogy, this guide explains what a blockchain is, why it can't easily be cheated, and what it's genuinely useful for.

06
Intermediate 9 min

How to Read a Crypto White Paper

Every serious crypto project publishes a white paper. Most investors never read them. Here's how to extract signal from noise in under an hour.

07
Intermediate 10 min

Understanding Crypto Market Cycles

Crypto markets move in cycles. Understanding those cycles, their structure, their drivers, and their psychology, is one of the most valuable skills a long-term investor can develop.

08
Beginner 6 min

What Is Bitcoin? A Plain-English Guide for Australians

No jargon, no hype, just a clear explanation of what Bitcoin actually is, why it was created, how it works, and why serious investors around the world now hold it.

09
Intermediate 11 min

DeFi Explained: Lending, Earning, and the Risks Every Australian Should Know

Decentralised finance promises bank-like services without banks. Here's how DeFi actually works, where the genuine yield comes from, and the risks that have cost investors billions.

10
Beginner 8 min

Stablecoins: What They Are, How They Work, and Which to Trust

Stablecoins are the backbone of the crypto economy. But not all stablecoins are created equal, and some of the most popular have hidden risks most investors don't understand.

11
Intermediate 10 min

How to Evaluate an Altcoin: A Research Framework

With thousands of altcoins competing for attention and capital, separating genuine projects from noise requires a systematic approach. Here is ours.

12
Advanced 10 min

Layer 2 Networks Explained: Scaling Ethereum Without Sacrificing Security

Ethereum's biggest limitation has always been scalability. Layer 2 networks solve this, here's how they work and why they matter for the future of decentralised applications.

13
Intermediate 9 min

Crypto and Superannuation: What Australian Investors Need to Know

Can you hold crypto in your super? Through an SMSF, yes, but the rules are strict and the risks are real. Here's what you need to know before you start.

14
Advanced 12 min

Advanced Portfolio Construction: Sizing, Correlation, and Risk-Adjusted Returns

Most crypto investors think about what to buy. Few think rigorously about how much and how it all fits together. This guide covers the mathematics and principles of serious portfolio construction.

15
Beginner 7 min

What Is Web3 and Does It Actually Change Anything?

Web3 is one of the most hyped and most misunderstood terms in tech. Here's what it actually means, what it's trying to achieve, and a balanced assessment of where it currently stands.

After completing this curriculum, you will be able to:

Explain what Bitcoin and blockchains actually are
Secure your assets and avoid common scams
Understand how the ATO taxes crypto in Australia
Structure a portfolio with sensible position sizing

Common Questions

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