Many early cryptocurrency investors have adopted a strategy known as HODL—Hold On for Dear Life. They believe that over time the value of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, will only continue to rise. If this is a dominant strategy among most investors, how does this affect cryptocurrencies’ ability to function as a currency?

Many early cryptocurrency investors have adopted a strategy known as HODL—Hold On for Dear Life. They believe that over time the value of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, will only continue to rise. If this is a dominant strategy among most investors, how does this affect cryptocurrencies’ ability to function as a currency?

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter25: Money, Banking, And The Federal Reserve System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 4P

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