Speculation

Speculation Undermines Crypto Prices and Utility, Says Bank of England Senior Economist

Speculation clogs up blockchains, making them harder to use and ultimately less valuable, a working paper suggests.

Markets  ·  17 February 2020

ConsenSys Project Launches ‘Proof-of-Use’ Network to Discourage Speculation

The Activate network requires tokens to reach maturity within three years of the first token sale.

Tech  ·  11 February 2020
Markets

Chinese State-Owned Media Try to Dampen Market’s Crypto Enthusiasm

Chinese state-backed media are warning investors to remain rational amid a spike in interest in crypto companies.

Tech  ·  29 October 2019
Speculation

Why Bitcoin Apps and Bitcoin Speculators Need Each Other

Speculation about bitcoin's price is healthy, and it's the speculators who provide liquidity for miners and app development in the industry.

Markets  ·  20 December 2014
Speculation

Why Bitcoin is Fated for Boom and Bust

As human beings, we may not be able to prevent it due to its emotionally-charged discourse.

Markets  ·  12 April 2014
Regulation

Perception is bitcoin’s biggest battle

Is bitcoin merely a tool for financial speculation … or a real currency capable of being used to buy and sell goods, as well as for investment purposes?

Policy & regulation  ·  8 May 2013