Podlitical

Cryptocurrency: Boom or Bust?


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Phil Sim takes a deep dive into 'crypto' and how the technology could benefit Scotland. From giddy highs to nail-biting lows, the cryptocurrency market has seen a volatile few weeks. The sector can sometimes seem like the Wild West, with stories of lucky Bitcoin millionaires and people losing out in get-rich-quick scams. But what exactly is cryptocurrency and the blockchain, and is it being used to its full potential? Phil interviews a range of cryptocurrency experts, from journalists and podcasters, to those working on the cutting edge of research in Scotland, who explain their vision for the future of computing infrastructure and currency.

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