Essays about: "alternative currency"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 29 essays containing the words alternative currency.

  1. 1. From Physical Coins to Digital Coins A Case of Cryptocurrency

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Gustav Hansson; Marko Vicic; [2022-06-23]
    Keywords : Cryptocurrency; Bitcoin; Scandinavian Institutionalism; Travel of Ideas; Translation Process; Norm Entrepreneurs;

    Abstract : Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that is argued to potentially revolutionize the existing financial system based on fiat money. Previous research within the field of cryptocurrency has largely focused on individual consumers, while ignoring organizations. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Influence of Gold Market on Bitcoin Prices : Is there a correlation?

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Kasra Shariati; [2022]
    Keywords : Bitcoin; Gold; Investor Attention; Market Performance; Virtual Currency Development; Investments; Correlation;

    Abstract : Background: This paper analyses the influence of fluctuation in gold market on bitcoin prices. Based on previous studies, in present market conditions, volatility in gold prices have caused price changes in several other major assets in the market, such as crude oil. Gold fluctuations are likely to stimulate uncertainty in some other major assets. READ MORE

  4. 3. Through the lens of a timebank: Gotlandic perceptions about community building

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Vivian Davis; Anne-Katrin Otto; [2022]
    Keywords : social capital; timebank; collective action; community building; social sustainability;

    Abstract : Using the alternative currency concept of a timebank, this qualitative study aims to evaluate attitudes towards community life on Gotland using three distinct island communities: the Uppsala University Campus Gotland, the city of Visby and the countryside of Gotland. Focus groups and expert interviews have been used to create a holistic understanding of community life on the island, with relation to concepts of timebanks. READ MORE

  5. 4. Cryptocurrencies future carbon footprint : An exploratory scenario analysis of cryptocurrencies' future energy consumption and carbon emission.

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Jacob Tunberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Cryptocurrencies; sustainability; energy consumption; carbon emission; Proof of Work; Proof of Stake.; Kryptovalutor; Hållbarhet; Elkonsumtion; Koldioxidutsläpp; Proof of Work Proof of Stake.;

    Abstract : Since the creation of Bitcoin, the virtual currency has attracted the attention of many people and is now a household name synonymous with cryptocurrencies. Today, many thousands of different variants of cryptocurrencies exist, and more are being launched each day. READ MORE

  6. 5. A Comparative Study Of Proof of Stake Algorithms

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för elektro- och informationsteknik

    Author : Antonio Saaranen; [2022]
    Keywords : Blockchain; consensus algorithms; cryptography; Proof of Stake; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Cryptocurrencies are growing at a rapid pace. It is well established that the mining operation fueling the cryptocurrency Bitcoin consumes a significant amount of energy. This study aims to determine if there is an alternative to the consensus model, maintaining security, integrity, and decentralization. READ MORE