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Navigating the World of Cryptocurrencies : Technology, Economics, Regulations, and Future Trends / by Gioia Arnone ; foreword by Samrat Ray

By: Contributor(s): Resource type: Ressourcentyp: Buch (Online)Book (Online)Language: English Series: Contributions to Finance and AccountingPublisher: Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024Publisher: Cham : Imprint: Springer, 2024Description: 1 Online-Ressource (XXVII, 116 p.)ISBN:
  • 9783031691768
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: 9783031691751 | 9783031691775 | 9783031691782 | Erscheint auch als: 9783031691751 Druck-Ausgabe | Erscheint auch als: 9783031691775 Druck-Ausgabe | Erscheint auch als: 9783031691782 Druck-AusgabeDOI: DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-69176-8Online resources: Summary: Introduction to cryptocurrencies and digital currencies -- Blockchain technology: the backbone of cryptocurrencies -- Popular cryptocurrencies: bitcoin and beyond -- Digital currencies issued by central banks -- The economics of cryptocurrencies -- Legal and regulatory challenges -- Security and privacy in the digital currency space -- Cryptocurrencies in investment and financial markets -- The social and environmental impact of cryptocurrencies -- The future of cryptocurrencies and digital currencies.Summary: This book is a thorough exploration of the digital currency realm, designed for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. The book offers an in-depth analysis of the multifaceted world of cryptocurrencies, covering technological, economic, regulatory, and social aspects. It provides a foundational understanding of cryptocurrencies, their origins, and how they differ from traditional currencies. The author illustrates the mechanics of blockchain technology, explaining how it ensures security, transparency, and decentralization in digital transactions. The book discusses the development of central bank digital currencies and their potential to transform the financial system. The author examines how governments are responding to the rise of private cryptocurrencies by developing their own digital currencies. Furthermore, the book explores the broader implications of digital currencies on society and the environment, including issues related to energy consumption, digital inclusion, and the potential for financial empowerment. This work is an essential resource for understanding the complex and dynamic world of cryptocurrencies, offering valuable insights for academics, professionals, and enthusiasts alike.PPN: PPN: 1905074530Package identifier: Produktsigel: ZDB-2-SEB | ZDB-2-ECF | ZDB-2-SXEF
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