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245			_aThe economics of cryptocurrencies
260			_bRoutledge _aLondon _c2021
300			_a108 p.
365			_aGBP _b24.95
504			_aTable of Contents List of Figures List of Tables List of Contributors Part I: Understanding Cryptocurrencies Chapter 1: Cryptocurrencies in an economic context : An introduction (J. Mark Munoz and Michael Frenkel) Chapter 2: Understanding the distinctive features of cryptocurrencies (Marius Kramer and Valtteri Kaartemo) Chapter 3: Categorization of Crypto-Assets (Evren Yazman & Hossein Sharif) Chapter 4: The economic nature of bitcoin: money, new gold or speculative assets? (Silvia Dal Bianco) Chapter 5: The microeconomics of cryptocurrencies (Guych Nuryyev, David Savitski and John Peterson) Part II: Cryptocurrencies in Industry Chapter 6: The sources of cybersecurity threats in cryptocurrency (Valtteri Kaartemo and Marius Kramer) Chapter 7: Cryptocurrencies and entrepreneurial finance (Pierluigi Martino, Cristiano Bellavitis and Carlos M. DaSilva) Chapter 8: Crowdfunding and Initial Coin Offerings (Jean-Marie Ayer and Bruno Pasquier) Chapter 9: Cryptocurrencies and trade (Allison Derrick) Part III: Political and Economic Implications of Cryptocurrencies Chapter 10: Central bank digital currency: aims, mechanisms and macroeconomic impact (Silvia Dal Bianco) Chapter 11: Crypto money and cryptocurrency competition (Bjoern Holste and Thomas Mayer) Chapter 12: The geoeconomics of cryptocurrencies: an institutional perspective (Andrew Isaak, Suleika Bort, and Michael Woywode) Index
520			_aCryptocurrencies have had a profound effect on financial markets worldwide. This edited book aims to explore the economic implications of the use of cryptocurrencies. Drawing from chapter contributors from around the world, the book will be a valuable resource on the economics of cryptocurrencies. The intended audience is composed of academics, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, government leaders, consultants and policy makers worldwide. Over the past few years, the topic of cryptocurrencies has gained global attention and has been the subject of discussion in various news media, in policy-making bodies and government entities, and in financial institutions, classrooms and boardrooms. Despite widespread interest, much remains unknown on what the economic implications of cryptocurrencies are. This book enhances the reader’s understanding of cryptocurrencies, its impact on industry and its implications on the political and economic environment. Drawing from chapter contributions from leading academics and thought leaders from around the world, this book is the definitive guide on the economics of cryptocurrencies. There is scarcity of well conceived, academically grounded literature on the impact of cryptocurrencies on industry, politics and economics. This pioneering book provides up-to-date and in-depth analysis on the subject. The book will be appealing to academic communities, business professionals and entrepreneurs in their quest for better understanding the challenges and opportunities brought about by cryptocurrencies. Consultants, government officials and policy makers will find the information helpful in defining strategic pathways into the future.
650			_aTechnological innovations--Economic aspects _9417
650			_aCryptocurrencies _95494
700			_aMunoz, J. Mark _910604
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