Money as a Technology: The Vulnerabilities and Governance Challenges of Cryptocurrency

Despite the enthusiasm surrounding them, cryptocurrencies are not immune to the vulnerabilities and criticisms that have plagued previous forms of money.

by Joe Bradford

Money, in its various forms, has long served as a fundamental technology facilitating economic activity and exchange. As a tool, money enables individuals and societies to complete tasks more efficiently, such as valuing goods and services, storing wealth, and conducting transactions. The emergence of cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin, Ether…