Monetary policy and Bitcoin
Full article summary: Karau, S., 2023. Monetary policy and Bitcoin. Journal of International Money and Finance 137, 102880.
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Murray Rudd
Dr. Murray Rudd is an applied environmental economist and policy researcher. His full attention is now on the economic, social, technical, and environmental impacts and potential of emerging technologies.
Time discounting and time preference: a critical review
Full article summary: Frederick, S., Loewenstein, G., O'Donoghue, T., 2002. Time discounting and time preference: a critical review. Journal of Economic Literature 40, 351-401.
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God Bless Bitcoin
This briefing note is different than most, summarizing 'God Bless Bitcoin,' a full-length movie. The movie is a comprehensive narrative delivered by Natalie Brunell, exploring the foundational principles and societal implications of Bitcoin.
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Here’s Why It Is Insane To Be Against Bitcoin
In the August 11, 2024 episode of the Wolf of All Streets Podcast, Scott Melker interviews Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation. The discussion centers on the evolving landscape of global cryptocurrency regulation, with a specific focus on the United States.
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Can cryptocurrencies fulfill the functions of money?
Full article summary: Ammous, S., 2018. Can cryptocurrencies fulfil the functions of money? The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance 70, 38-51.
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Managing a Multiple Reserve Currency World
Full article summary: Eichengreen, B., 2010. Managing a multiple reserve currency world, in: Sachs, J.D., Kawai, M., Lee, J.-W., Woo, W.T. (Eds.), The Future Global Reserve System: An Asian Perspective. Asian Development Bank, Manila.
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Enhancing Bitcoin’s Utility Through the Lightning Network: Opportunities and Challenges
In the August 9, 2024 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast, Roy Sheinfeld, founder of Breeze, discusses the evolving role of the Lightning Network within the Bitcoin ecosystem and its role as the “common language” for various Bitcoin sub-networks.
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Do central banks rebalance their currency shares?
Full article summary: Chinn, M.D., Ito, H., McCauley, R.N., 2022. Do central banks rebalance their currency shares? Journal of International Money and Finance 122, 102557.
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The philosophy of Bitcoin and the question of money
Full article summary: Butler, S., 2022. The philosophy of Bitcoin and the question of money. Theory, Culture & Society 39, 81-102.
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Fiat money
Full article summary: Wallace, N., 2010. Fiat Money, in: Durlauf, S.N., Blume, L.E. (Eds.), Monetary Economics. Palgrave Macmillan UK, London, pp. 66-75.
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Reserve currency blocs: a changing international monetary system?
Full article summary: Tovar, C.E., Nor, T.M., 2018. Reserve currency blocs: a changing international monetary system? International Monetary Fund. IMF working paper no. 18/20
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Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Insights from the Macro Landscape
In the inaugaral Rough Consensus podcast on August 9, 2024, James Check talks with TXMC. The discussion centers on the evolving macroeconomic landscape, particularly in the context of Federal Reserve policies and their impact on the broader economy
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