Tag: digital currency

  • The Opportunity cost of Cryptocurrencies

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    Is Bitcoin a currency ? Or for that matter, is any other cryptocurrency a currency ? This is a question that is often asked. And the answer that is often given is that just like any other currency, they allow for the transfer and store of value. By using a shared ledger that is distributed among users […]

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  • 3 Applications of Cryptocurrency Beyond Peer-to-Peer Payments

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    Digital currency isn’t just a new way to pay; it’s a new way to play the game of business. To be sure, digital currency markets have had their ups and downs. A recent study by Gallup shows that only 2 percent of investors are currently purchasing Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, but one in four is intrigued. With major […]

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  • Bitcoin is king, again

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    Bitcoin surged more than 40% over the past month, while the rest of the major cryptocurrencies have stalled. In comparison, Ether recovered less than 15% over the same period. Ripplegained up to 16% yet failed to consolidate gains above 0.50 per US dollar. Bitcoin Cash hindered as well, despite offering better features than the original Bitcoin in terms of speed […]

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