An emerging and urgent need for transdisciplinary research on Bitcoin

A Bitcoin science roadmap could identify research priorities and capacity-building opportunities across environmental, social, financial, economic, and security dimensions

An emerging and urgent need for transdisciplinary research on Bitcoin
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This short 2-page paper was submitted - without luck - as a 'policy forum' piece at Science. Eventually I hope to retool this one and get it published as an opinion/perspectives piece once academic journals become a little more interested in Bitcoin.

https://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4510758

Abstract

Bitcoin's diverse impacts point to the urgent need for transdisciplinary research to support evidence-based policy-making. Although anecdotal evidence suggests potential benefits to human and societal well-being, rigorous peer-reviewed research on Bitcoin’s impacts remains scarce, creating knowledge gaps. A Bitcoin science roadmap could identify research priorities and capacity-building opportunities across environmental, social, financial, economic, and security dimensions. Collaboration among researchers, industry, government, and investors is essential to pinpoint research needs, secure funds for high-impact projects, and advance societal interests. This proactive, evidence-based policy approach will help navigate the complex Bitcoin space, ensuring well-informed decisions that balance potential risks and rewards.