Reference no: EM133315587
Description
This assignment gives you an opportunity to read, summarize, and analyze material to be presented in a short report. Specifically, you are asked to read several articles on cryptocurrency and make notes on the pros and cons discussed in each article. Then, you will use your notes to create a short semi-formal report in which you briefly discuss the topic at hand, evaluate the pro and con arguments, and provide recommendations.
Part 1: Introduction
Introduce the report - its purpose and scope.
Summarize briefly the issues discussed in the articles
Include the different points of view presented by the authors
How blockchain technology works.
The concept of a "digital token."
How bitcoin mining works.
A general description of the rises and falls of crypto currency since its creation.
The greater degree of regulation.
References
the evidence and rationale
Part 2: Discussion
Evaluate the arguments and ideas about cryptocurrency presented
by the authors. Consider these elements:
any gaps or unanswered questions
The environmental impact of crypto mining.
The recent extreme fluctuations in the price of bitcoin.
Using cryptos as a hedge against inflation.
Acceptance by major financial institutions.
The importance of watching the market closely.
Staying in for the 'long game.'
Part 3: Recommendations
Recommend what investment clients should do regarding cryptocurrency, based on the information from the articles.
Recommend areas for further research.