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Cryptocurrency

The document provides an overview of cryptocurrency, defining it as digital currency based on blockchain technology, with Bitcoin as the first and altcoins like Ethereum and Ripple following. It discusses the evolution of cryptocurrency, its significance in modern finance, key features, global adoption, regulatory challenges, and associated risks. Additionally, it outlines the objectives and limitations of the study on cryptocurrency's future and investor behavior.

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Cryptocurrency

The document provides an overview of cryptocurrency, defining it as digital currency based on blockchain technology, with Bitcoin as the first and altcoins like Ethereum and Ripple following. It discusses the evolution of cryptocurrency, its significance in modern finance, key features, global adoption, regulatory challenges, and associated risks. Additionally, it outlines the objectives and limitations of the study on cryptocurrency's future and investor behavior.

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Definition and Overview of Cryptocurrency

 Brief explanation of what cryptocurrency is (digital/virtual currency based on blockchain


technology).

 Mention of Bitcoin as the first cryptocurrency and the rise of altcoins (Ethereum, Ripple,
Litecoin, etc.).

2. Evolution and Historical Background

 Origin of cryptocurrency (Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin whitepaper in 2008).

 Key milestones in cryptocurrency development (e.g., Ethereum’s smart contracts, ICO boom,
DeFi, NFTs).

3. Importance and Relevance in Modern Finance

 Role in decentralized finance (DeFi) and fintech innovations.

 Impact on traditional banking, payments, and cross-border transactions.

 Growing institutional adoption (Tesla, PayPal, hedge funds investing in crypto).

4. Key Features of Cryptocurrencies

 Decentralization (no central authority like banks).

 Blockchain technology (security, transparency, immutability).

 Anonymity and pseudonymity.

 Volatility and speculative nature.

5. Global Adoption and Regulatory Landscape

 Countries embracing cryptocurrency (El Salvador’s Bitcoin adoption, crypto-friendly


regulations in Switzerland, Singapore).

 Regulatory challenges (SEC actions, China’s crypto ban, tax implications).

6. Challenges and Risks

 Security concerns (hacks, scams, Ponzi schemes).

 Market volatility and investment risks.

 Environmental concerns (energy consumption of Bitcoin mining).

7. Objectives of the Study

 Why this research is important (e.g., analyzing crypto’s future in finance, investor behavior,
regulatory impacts).

 Research questions/hypotheses (if applicable).

8. Scope and Limitations

 Focus areas (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, CBDCs, or a specific market).

 Limitations (data availability, rapidly changing regulations).

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