03842nam a22005775i 4500 978-3-031-69176-8 DE-He213 20251030113129.0 cr nn 008mamaa 241005s2024 sz | s |||| 0|eng d 9783031691768 978-3-031-69176-8 10.1007/978-3-031-69176-8 doi HG176.7 KFF bicssc BUS017000 bisacsh KFF thema Arnone, Gioia. author. aut http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/aut 76952 Navigating the World of Cryptocurrencies [electronic resource] : Technology, Economics, Regulations, and Future Trends / by Gioia Arnone. 1st ed. 2024. Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2024. XXVII, 116 p. online resource. text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier text file PDF rda Contributions to Finance and Accounting, 2730-6046 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. 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. Financial engineering. 58071 Technological innovations. 59244 Business information services. Finance. 58339 Financial Technology and Innovation. 69289 Innovation and Technology Management. 66187 IT in Business. Financial Economics. 69737 SpringerLink (Online service) Springer Nature eBook Printed edition: 9783031691751 Printed edition: 9783031691775 Printed edition: 9783031691782 Contributions to Finance and Accounting, 2730-6046 72528 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-69176-8 ZDB-2-ECF ZDB-2-SXEF 64020 64020