Cryptocurrency
A cryptocurrency is a medium of exchange (currency) that is digital in form, non-governmental, and relies on cryptography for its security (Investopedia, 2018). It is the latter component of the definition that gives cryptocurrency its name. The vast majority of currency in the world comes in the form of exchangeable units that are issued and have their value controlled by governments. Nations will either allow their currency to float freely on the market, where the value derives in part from supply and demand, and is backed by the ability of that state to raise revenues. These are considered to be the strongest currencies. Other currencies have values that are fixed by the state – as a medium of exchange those official values may or may not reflect the ability of the state to raise funds, but the value is enforceable by law regardless.

A cryptocurrency is different in that its value…...

SWOT: Cryptocurrency/BlockchainStrengthsBlockchain advertises itself on its website as the most trusted cryptocurrency in the world. Cryptocurrencies have been growing in popularity because of their perceived decentralization from central banking systems and the security they can offer in largely online transactions (Royal & Voight, 2021). Concerns about inflation have driven interest in cryptocurrency in the past given the uncertainty of the marketplace and policies of central banks (Royal & Voight, 2021). The fact that Blockchain is the best-known cryptocurrency and is more trusted than other, similar forms of exchange in this highly volatile market is useful because on one hand, it is still able to draw the interest of individuals still in search of the next new financial trend, but on the other hand the currency still has greater legitimacy and cache than other less well-known cryptocurrencies. Blockchain has been called the blue-chip stock of cryptocurrency (Sanati, 2021).WeaknessesHowever, cryptocurrencies are still…...

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References

Blockchain. (2021). Official Website. Retrieved from:  https://www.blockchain.com/ 

Royal, J. & Voight, K. (2021). What is cryptocurrency? Here’s what you should know. Nerd Wallet. Retrieved from:  https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/cryptocurrency-7-things-to-know 

Sanati, C. (2021). 4 mistakes too many new cryptocurrency investors make. MarketWatch. Retrieved from:  

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/4-mistakes-too-many-new-cryptocurrency-investors-make-01626471774 

Outline
I.  Introduction

a.  Brief overview of cryptocurrency's evolution.

b.  Importance of discussing its future.

II.  Technological Advancements

a.  Blockchain developments.

b.  Impact of quantum computing.

c.  Scalability solutions.

III.  Regulatory Landscape

a.  Global regulatory trends.

b.  Potential impacts of regulations on market dynamics.

c.  Privacy and security concerns.

IV.  Market Adoption

a.  Current state of adoption among businesses and consumers.

b.  Cryptocurrencies as payment methods.

c.  Institutional investments in cryptocurrencies.

V.  Challenges and Opportunities

a.  Volatility and market speculation.

b.  Potential for mainstream acceptance.

c.  Environmental concerns and solutions.

VII.  Conclusion

a.  Summary of key points.

b.  Future outlook.

c.  Closing thoughts on cryptocurrency's role in the future economy.

VII.  References (To be cited in-text)


Nakamoto, S. (2008). "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System."
Tapscott, D., & Tapscott, A. (2016). "Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing Money, Business, and the World."
Antonopoulos, A. M. (2014). "Mastering Bitcoin: Unlocking Digital Cryptocurrencies."
Vigna, P., & Casey, M. J. (2018). "The Truth Machine: The Blockchain and the Future of Everything."
Swan, M. (2015). "Blockchain: Blueprint for a New…...

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References

Nakamoto, S. (2008). "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System."

Tapscott, D., & Tapscott, A. (2016). "Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing Money, Business, and the World."

Antonopoulos, A. M. (2014). "Mastering Bitcoin: Unlocking Digital Cryptocurrencies."

Vigna, P., & Casey, M. J. (2018). "The Truth Machine: The Blockchain and the Future of Everything."

1 Summary of Which Competitive Advantage(s)? Competitive AdvantageMarket Performance Relationships in International MarketsIntroductionKaleka and Morgan (2017) conducted a study to evaluate the elements of competitive advantage among exporters in the UK. Specifically, they looked at the factors that affect competitive advantage and which types of competitive advantage yield the best results. The authors focused on price, product and service quality in relation to performance among international firms. The framework for analysis included how customer value logic affects value creation and value capture. This paper describes the objectives of the study, the methodology used, and the findings.ObjectivesThe main objective of the study by Kaleka and Morgan (2017) was to fill a gap in the research on competitive advantage resulting from a lack of focus on the types of competitive advantage that affect performance outcomes and the contingency factors that play a part in determining these outcomes. The researchers began by asking…...

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Persuasive Essay: Adopting Cryptocurrencies for a Secure Financial FutureIntroductionEver since the Great Financial Crisis of 2008, people have been wondering how they can protect their wealth. With fiat currency like the US dollar (USD) in the hands of a Federal Reserve system that has no problem flooding the world with new cash to prop up markets, people have seen the value of their USD plummet ever since. Even just in the last few years, since the Federal Reserve printed off trillions in new dollars in response to lockdowns that would have destroyed the global economy, inflation has skyrocketed. Homes are now more expensive in terms of USD; cars are, too; and so are groceries. People are finding it harder and harder to keep up. What can they do?The answer is to get out of USD and get into crypto. Yes, it is volatile. No, it has not been heavily adopted…...

Securities AnalysisSummary of the articleIn the article, Marc Pilkington examines the aspect of the dollar-based international monetary system. The fundamental conception of a theory of money ought to be the unit of account. The procedure whereby money is generated in credit-based economies is basic and simple. Every time a bank makes a loan, there is the formation of new bank credit with new deposits, and therefore brand new money is attained. In the contemporary, owing to the advancement in information and communication technology, e-money has come about and significantly grown and developed. This encompasses making payments devoid of the inclusion of bank accounts within the transactions. This is a system that permits an individual to pay both goods and services through the transmission of a number from one computer to the next. These novel communication networks have the likelihood of creating new political groups and positioning in the worldwide scope.…...

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Johnson, E. C. (2017). Cryptocurrency: The beginner\\\\\\'s guide to investing and trading in cryptocurrency. Scotts Valley: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.

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Podobas, W. J. (2019). Cryptocurrency Encyclopedia: the comprehensive guide through the 100 most important cryptocurrencies. Wojciech Podobas.

MastercardProblems/IssuesThe rapid digitization and emergence of fintech applications have presented significant disruption in the traditional financial systems, posing challenges to Mastercard's operational model. New entrants in the payment space and big tech companies potentially threaten to disintermediate Mastercard. For instance, companies such as Alibaba and Tencent have already initiated their closed-loop payment ecosystems, and while their influence is primarily within China, this approach might gain global traction.Moreover, the democratization of banking and financial services, courtesy of open banking and neobanks, has broadened customer options. If Mastercard does not adapt, it risks losing its market position. In the face of increasing competition from localized financial systems like India's UPI and Brazil's Pix, Mastercard is faced with the issue of adjusting its globalized business model to suit local needs. The company's model might risk obsolescence if it does not sufficiently adapt to the unique contexts and requirements of various markets. Additionally, the…...

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Gupta, S. et al. (2022). Mastercard: Creating a World Beyond Cash. Harvard Business Review.

Use of Crypto Currency in Businesses TodayMost businesses have now moved on to dealing in cryptocurrencies since it is more convenient and fast. Managing transactions with the help of blockchain technology have upsurged by 89% in comparison with the last year, especially for government and corporate transactions (Forbes). The investment in blockchain tech has even surged to 95% of the previous year. This has shown that cryptocurrency has been gaining popularity among companies quicker than expected as they have started to maintain their online transactional ledgers without hassle.Reports have found that Ethereum is one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrencies today as the development of this currency and management of blockchain technology is quite favorable. JP Morgan has recently declared that it uses Ethereum as its digital corporate token. It created Quorom, a business-focused version of Ethereum specially designed for making online transactions in traditional back-office tasks (Comben). For this, it has…...

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“11 Ways Ethereum Can Benefit Enterprise.” ConsenSys,  https://consensys.net/enterprise-ethereum/best-blockchain-for-business/11-ways-ethereum-can-benefit-enterprise/ 

Coben, Christina. “Three Huge Names That Are Making Ethereum Their Platform of Choice.” Yahoo Finance, 16 May. 2019, https://finance.yahoo.com/news/three-huge-names-making-ethereum-140010121.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK13_uu-lph-FIIlEf3eAPXDaCWSkkSvmxXAMzQguclIro0BSfGxaTMdeJd6K_PGB_6xK6gjyWA0GccFc-EoCAjahyUabZPOtCtAB7On_w_8fDvQy0zrb6i4oz9QkYS2emf6e8VKKTjDnNsuICd6baEdSAInKJYEJFik0-hDvVt0

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AbstractOne of the things skeptics like to point out about the crypto markets is that they are notoriously unregulated, opaque, and risky. Crypto exchanges like Binance (run by Changpeng CZ Zhao) and Coinbase tend to stay on the safer side of things by doing their utmost to work with regulators. Part of the problem, however, is that regulatory agencies like the SEC are not even sure how they want to regulate the crypto space. So there is a lack of clarity and oversight in the industry overallbut that doesnt stop investors and speculators from wanting to pile into one of the hottest asset classes of the 21st century. And that means risk-on appetites can soarand when they do, charlatans and fraudsters find ways to get rich quick. Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of FTX, is accused of being one of the latter.IntroductionWhat sets commodities or securities exchanges apart from the majority of…...

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Chafkin, Max. “The Winklevii Are the Latest Crypto Founders to Blame Everybody But Themselves.” Bloomberg, 2023.  https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-01-17/winklevoss-twins-deflect-blame-as-gemini-faces-lawsuit?leadSource=uverify%20wall 

Nelson, Danny. Ukraine Partners With FTX, Everstake to Launch New Crypto Donation Website. CoinDesk, 2022.  https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/03/14/ukraine-partners-with-ftx-everstake-to-launch-new-crypto-donation-website/ 

Rosen, Phil. “'You're an absolute fraud': CME Group CEO says he called out Sam Bankman-Fried the first time he met him, months before FTX's collapse.” Business Insider, 2022.  https://www.businessinsider.com/ftx-sam-bankman-fried-fraud-collapse-cme-group-duffy-crypto-2022-11 

Tejpaul, Brett and Greg Tusar. “TLDR: Coinbase and BlackRock to create new access points for institutional crypto adoption by connecting Coinbase Prime and Aladdin.” Coinbase, 2022. https://www.coinbase.com/blog/coinbase-selected-by-blackrock-provide-aladdin-clients-access-to-crypto-trading-and-custody-via

Just short of completely sacrificing my social life, I have been obsessed with cryptocurrency for years and have surrounded myself with people and opportunities that have enabled this purpose-driven, optimistic vision quest. I have been both amateur and professional cryptocurrency analyst, almost as long as cryptocurrencies have existed. Starting in , I became the Treasurer of the MIT Bitcoin Club and strongly advocated awareness of crypto and blockchain technology among my peers.While pursuing my education, I have had the opportunity to work in a few crypto-related positions during my summers. Last year, I accepted a position as an analyst at Cryptocurrency Advisory in Cambridge, MA, a role that directly prepares me to contribute as an analyst at Consensys. At Cryptocurrency Advisory, I created an analytics model that ranked all cryptocurrencies on the basis of several different measures. I intend to build on this work in the future by developing proprietary…...

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Because they are taking the financial world by storm, is important to learn about bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. This bitcoin essay will explain bitcoin in simple terms anyone can understand. Ultimately, this essay will show that bitcoin is a risky but potentially lucrative investment. Although the numbers of “bitcoin billionaires” is low, there are a lot of ordinary people who have made a…...

Didi vs. UberProblems/IssuesThe major issue identified for Uber in the Chinese ride-hailing market is a lack of innovation and growth. Uber\\\'s competition with dominant local players like Didi, coupled with unique local market dynamics, necessitates continual innovation and strategic growth. Without differentiation and a clear, localized strategy, Uber is at risk of losing ground.Possible SolutionsLocalized ApproachAs a global entity, Uber brings with it a wealth of international experience and a successful business model. However, each market has its unique demands and preferences. By focusing more intensively on local user needs, Uber can better cater to the Chinese consumer. This can include adopting local language and design nuances in the app interface, integrating locally preferred payment options, and understanding peak service usage times and popular routes specific to Chinese cities. Further, they could tailor marketing and promotions to coincide with local holidays or events, thereby striking a chord with the Chinese…...

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TEOIST THEAT ASSESSMENT Terrorist Threat Assessment: White SupremacyIn its September 2021 report to the House of epresentatives Committee on Oversight and eform, the FBI acknowledged that the greatest terrorism threat in the US is posed by small cells and lone actors who use easily accessible weapons to attack soft targets (FBI, 2021). The main manifestations of these threats are Homegrown Violent Extremists (HVEs) and Domestic Violent Extremists (DVE) arising domestically (FBI, 2021). HVEs are influenced or inspired by foreign terrorist groups although they do not have direct links or receive individualized orders from these groups (FBI, 2021). Conversely, DVEs commit acts of terrorism to further certain political or social goals arising from domestic issues, such as anti-government sentiments and ethnic or racial bias (FBI, 2021).DVEs who act in furtherance of ethnic or racial goals are referred to as MVEs (acially or Ethnically Motivated Violent Extremists) (FBI, 2021). According to the…...

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2. The role of blockchain technology in shaping the future of cryptocurrency
3. Regulatory challenges and opportunities in the development of cryptocurrency
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## Crypto Market Dynamics and Emerging Trends

### 1. Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

- Growth and Innovation: DeFi protocols offer a range of financial services, such as lending, borrowing, and trading, without the need for intermediaries.
- New Tokenomics: DeFi introduces innovative token designs that reward liquidity providers and community members.
- Interoperability: Cross-chain bridges allow users to transfer assets across different blockchains, facilitating DeFi activities.

### 2. Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

- Digital Collectibles and Art: NFTs represent unique and verifiable digital assets, enabling the ownership and trading of digital art, collectibles, and other items.
- New Markets: NFTs create new markets for digital creators, artists, and collectors.
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