Bitcoin: Investment or Illusion?

Name: Bitcoin: Investment or Illusion? (English version)
SKU: UVAF1819

Allayannis, George (Yiorgos);Fernstrom, Aaron

Product #:UVAF1819

Supplier:Darden Business School

Discipline:Finance

Details:Case (PDF) • 18 pages • 2017-12-08 (Rev: 2018-01-29)

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Blockchain Technology and analytics Finance and investing

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The case describes a hypothetical hedge fund manager who is examining whether to invest in bitcoin. The case discusses potential risks and rewards of investing in bitcoin, the role of bitcoin and digital currencies more broadly, and financial innovation in the space, such as ICOs. It can be taught as part of a second-year MBA elective course in investments, financial institutions/capital markets, or fintech.