This paper provides a systematic review of the empirical literature based on the major topics that have been associated with the market for cryptocurrencies since their development
as a financial asset in 2009. Despite astonishing price appreciation in recent years, cryptocurrencies have been subjected to accusations of pricing bubbles central to the trilemma
that exists between regulatory oversight, the potential for illicit use through its anonymity
within a young under-developed exchange system, and infrastructural breaches influenced
by the growth of cybercriminality. Each influence the perception of the role of cryptocurrencies as a credible investment asset class and legitimate of value.
Item Type:
Article (Published)
Refereed:
Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Cryptocurrencies; Pricing bubbles; Regulation; Cybercriminality; Systematic
literature review