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Understanding Crypto Sectors: Currencies and Smart Contract Platforms

Thursday, July 9, 2026 • 10:00AM ET • Available for 1 CE Credit
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Class 2 of 5

This class explains the digital assets used primarily as currencies and the platforms used for globally distributed smart contract systems.

This session will discuss:

  • What are digital currencies and their main function?
  • Main investable digital currencies, including Bitcoin, XRP, Litecoin, and Zcash
  • What are smart-contract platforms and their main function?
  • Main investable smart contract platform tokens, including Ethereum, Solana, Sui, BNB Chain, and Avalanche
  • How to invest and access the assets in these sectors

Each class requires a separate registration, but you’ll complete the registration form only once. Future class enrollments take just a single click.

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Zach Pandl

Head of Research

Grayscale Investments

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Prior to joining Grayscale, Zach was a macroeconomist and markets strategist at a variety of Wall Street firms, including Goldman Sachs, Nomura Securities, and Lehman Brothers. Zach holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economics from the University of St. Thomas, and a Master’s degree in Economics from New York University.

Zach Pandl

Head of Research

Grayscale Investments

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Prior to joining Grayscale, Zach was a macroeconomist and markets strategist at a variety of Wall Street firms, including Goldman Sachs, Nomura Securities, and Lehman Brothers. Zach holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economics from the University of St. Thomas, and a Master’s degree in Economics from New York University.

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