Advanced Studies of Financial Technologies and Cryptocurrency Markets
Advanced Studies of Financial Technologies and Cryptocurrency Markets

Author: Lukáš Pichl

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-07-29

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9811544980

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This book shows that research contributions from different fields—finance, economics, computer sciences, and physics—can provide useful insights into key issues in financial and cryptocurrency markets. Presenting the latest empirical and theoretical advances, it helps readers gain a better understanding of financial markets and cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency to use a peer-to-peer network to prevent double-spending and to control its issue without the need for a central authority, and it has attracted wide public attention since its introduction. In recent years, the academic community has also started gaining interest in cyptocurrencies, and research in the field has grown rapidly. This book presents is a collection of the latest work on cryptocurrency markets and the properties of those markets. This book will appeal to graduate students and researchers from disciplines such as finance, economics, financial engineering, computer science, physics and applied mathematics working in the field of financial markets, including cryptocurrency markets.

Handbook of Blockchain, Digital Finance, and Inclusion, Volume 1
Handbook of Blockchain, Digital Finance, and Inclusion, Volume 1

Author: David Lee Kuo Chuen

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2017-08-03

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 0128104422

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Handbook of Blockchain, Digital Finance, and Inclusion, Volume 1: Cryptocurrency, FinTech, InsurTech, and Regulation explores recent advances in digital banking and cryptocurrency, emphasizing mobile technology and evolving uses of cryptocurrencies as financial assets. Contributors go beyond summaries of standard models to describe new banking business models that will be sustainable and will likely dictate the future of finance. The volume not only emphasizes the financial opportunities made possible by digital banking, such as financial inclusion and impact investing, but it also looks at engineering theories and developments that encourage innovation. Its ability to illuminate present potential and future possibilities make it a unique contribution to the literature. - Explores recent advances in digital banking and cryptocurrency, emphasizing mobile technology and evolving uses of cryptocurrencies as financial assets - Explains the practical consequences of both technologies and economics to readers who want to learn about subjects related to their specialties - Encompasses alternative finance, financial inclusion, impact investing, decentralized consensus ledger and applied cryptography - Provides the only advanced methodical summary of these subjects available today

Blockchain Economics and Financial Market Innovation
Blockchain Economics and Financial Market Innovation

Author: Umit Hacioglu

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2019-12-03

Total Pages: 568

ISBN-13: 3030252752

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This book discusses various aspects of blockchains in economic systems and investment strategies in crypto markets. It first addresses the topic from a conceptual and theoretical point of view, and then analyzes it from an assessment and investment angle. Further, it examines the opportunities and limitations of the taxation of crypto currency, as well as the political implications, such as regulation of speculation with crypto currencies. The book is intended for academicians and students in the fields of economics and finance.

Cryptocurrencies - Financial Technologies of the Future
Cryptocurrencies - Financial Technologies of the Future

Author: Ireneusz Miciuła

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-10-16

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 0854662189

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Money is undoubtedly the fundamental element of the economy, and its history reflects the evolution of financial markets. Currently, we are witnessing significant technological advancements in payment methods, highlighting the potential benefits of introducing new means of economic exchange. Cryptocurrencies may emerge as a prominent form of payment in the future. Cryptocurrencies are an innovative and technologically advanced alternative to a fully globalized future. They represent a potential solution for processing payments across geographical borders. Additionally, if cryptocurrencies are effectively regulated through current adjustments, they will be able to help future generations navigate the complexities of financial transactions. Cryptocurrencies perform the same functions as traditional money, possessing attributes such as durability, divisibility, and originality. With social acceptance, they could become a legitimate means of exchange. Over the last decade or so, cryptocurrencies have gained popularity, and their importance in financial markets continues to grow. Their innovative nature has the potential to drive substantial changes and significantly impact the functioning of the global financial sector in the future. Cryptocurrencies – Financial Technologies of the Future provides knowledge, recommendations, and practical solutions to new challenges within the contemporary processes of globalization and international trade thanks to cryptocurrencies

Alternative Assets and Cryptocurrencies
Alternative Assets and Cryptocurrencies

Author: Christian Hafner

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2019-07-26

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 3038979783

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Alternative assets such as fine art, wine, or diamonds have become popular investment vehicles in the aftermath of the global financial crisis. Correlation with classical financial markets is typically low, such that diversification benefits arise for portfolio allocation and risk management. Cryptocurrencies share many alternative asset features, but are hampered by high volatility, sluggish commercial acceptance, and regulatory uncertainties. This collection of papers addresses alternative assets and cryptocurrencies from economic, financial, statistical, and technical points of view. It gives an overview of their current state and explores their properties and prospects using innovative approaches and methodologies.

Fintech with Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Blockchain
Fintech with Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Blockchain

Author: Paul Moon Sub Choi

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-03-08

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9813361379

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This book introduces readers to recent advancements in financial technologies. The contents cover some of the state-of-the-art fields in financial technology, practice, and research associated with artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain—all of which are transforming the nature of how products and services are designed and delivered, making less adaptable institutions fast become obsolete. The book provides the fundamental framework, research insights, and empirical evidence in the efficacy of these new technologies, employing practical and academic approaches to help professionals and academics reach innovative solutions and grow competitive strengths.

Future-Oriented Technology Assessment
Future-Oriented Technology Assessment

Author: Haydar Yalcin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2024-11-13

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 1119909856

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Comprehensive resource explaining how to evaluate technologies for different purposes in any industry using four different practical approaches By identifying emerging technology and application trends through analyses of published papers and patents, Future-Oriented Technology Assessment offers a comprehensive view of technology assessment structured into three different practical approaches: Technology Evaluation, Technology Roadmapping, and Technology Intelligence. The first three chapters include studies which utilize technology gap analysis, multiple criteria decision analysis, expert assessment quantification or neural networks to evaluate or forecast technology alternatives. The next four chapters use technology roadmapping, which charts a comprehensive plan for implementing technology. The final five chapters apply bibliometric analysis, patent analysis, and network analysis to identify technology trends and the leaders in the field. Additional topics covered in Future-Oriented Technology Assessment include: Smart grid technology as an alternative to fossil fuel consumption Heat pump water heaters that reduce the cost of energy and improve energy efficiency, with particular focus on research from the US and China Nanotechnology in construction in Saudi Arabia to improve heat insulation, energy efficiency, and tensile strength in green building designs With comprehensive, practical insight into evaluating emerging technologies across different industries, Future-Oriented Technology Assessment is an essential read for researchers in technology and professionals in engineering and technology management, along with professionals and graduate students in related disciplines and programs of study.

Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Emerging Challenges: Smart Business and Digital Economy 2023 (ICECH 2023)
Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Emerging Challenges: Smart Business and Digital Economy 2023 (ICECH 2023)

Author: Nguyen Danh Nguyen

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 9464633484

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Zusammenfassung: This is an open access book. Hanoi University of Science and Technology - School of Economics and Management, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, University of Economics and Business - Vietnam National University, Hanoi, National Economics University - Faculty of Business and Management, The University of Danang - University of Economics, Vietnam National University - International School, Foreign Trade University, University of Hertfordshire (UK), AVSE Global (France) and PPM School of Management (Indonesia) will organize The 11th International Conference on Emerging Challenges: Smart Business and Digital Economy, Vietnam on November 3-4, 2023. We would like to invite you to be a part of the ICECH2023 and submit your research papers for presentation consideration. The aim of ICECH2023 is to provide a forum for academics and professionals to share research findings, experiences and knowledge for adaptation and business strategy in a post-Covid as well as various uncertainties and complexities in the world in the Asia-Pacific region. We welcome the submissions in Economics, Business, Innovation Management, and Business Law