The Age of Cryptocurrency (Pre-Read)

The Age of Cryptocurrency: How Bitcoin and the Blockchain Are Challenging the Global Economic Order (2016) by Paul Vigna and Michael J. Casey argues that digital currencies like Bitcoin represent a revolutionary shift in finance, offering decentralized, secure, and efficient alternatives to traditional banking systems. It explores the technology's origins, potential impacts on society, and challenges ahead, advocating for widespread adoption and understanding of cryptocurrencies.

Please read Chapter 11 ("A New New Economy") and the Conclusion ("Come What May") in advance of our discussion.

The PDF is here.