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What is one advantage of digital currency?
Which of the following is an example of a private digital currency?
What is a primary disadvantage of digital currencies?
What type of digital currency combines different assets?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of digital currency?
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What is a potential issue with digital currency mining?
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Which of the following describes 'programmability' in digital currencies?
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What is a significant risk associated with digital currency exchanges?
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Which characteristic indicates that digital currencies do not have a physical presence?
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What is one major advantage of digital currencies compared to traditional currencies?
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Which of the following types of digital currencies are issued by private companies?
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What type of digital currency is typically pegged to the value of a country's fiat currency?
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What is an example of a mobile money service?
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Which type of digital currency primarily focuses on micropayments for small transactions?
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What distinguishes cryptocurrencies from other types of digital currencies?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of digital currencies?
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Study Notes
Digital Currency Overview
- Digital currency, or electronic currency, exists solely in digital form without a physical counterpart.
- Functions similarly to traditional currencies for facilitating financial transactions.
Characteristics of Digital Currencies
- Digital-only existence, unlike physical currencies.
- Generally decentralized, operating independently of governments or financial institutions.
- Transactions are recorded on a blockchain, a public digital ledger.
- Often feature a limited supply of coins or tokens.
- Enable fast, global transactions regardless of location.
- Utilize advanced cryptography for transaction security.
Types of Digital Currencies
- Cryptocurrencies: Decentralized currencies secured by cryptography (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
- Virtual Currencies: Issued by private entities (e.g., Facebook’s Libra, Amazon’s Coin).
- Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs): Official digital currencies pegged to fiat currencies (e.g., Sweden's e-krona).
- Digital Tokens: Blockchain-based digital assets representing assets/utility (e.g., stablecoins, security tokens).
- E-money: Electronic money for online transactions (e.g., PayPal, Skrill).
- Mobile Money: Digital currency on mobile devices for transactions (e.g., M-Pesa).
- Micropayment Systems: Designed for small transactions (e.g., Bitcoin micropayments).
- Private Digital Currencies: Issued by companies for specific uses (e.g., Disney Dollars).
- Hybrid Digital Currencies: Combination of various digital currencies/assets (e.g., stablecoins backed by multiple currencies).
Pros of Digital Currency
- Offers convenience through fast, secure transactions.
- Increases accessibility for underserved populations.
- Provides security and transparency in transaction processes.
- Enhances efficiency and reduces operational costs.
- Accommodates a wide range of transaction types.
- Operates outside the control of central banks.
- Limited supply may enhance value stability.
- Ensures quick settlement of transactions.
- Generally incurs lower transaction fees.
- Allows for programmability in monetary transactions.
Cons of Digital Currency
- Subject to rapid value volatility.
- Faces regulatory uncertainties as laws evolve.
- May involve security risks due to potential hacking of exchanges and wallets.
- Acceptance and adoption remain limited.
- Could face scalability challenges in processing speed.
- Environmental concerns due to energy-intensive mining.
- Transactions may offer anonymity, raising risks.
- Potential use in illegal activities.
- Relies on technology stability for operational efficiency.
- Markets can be susceptible to manipulative practices.
Conclusion
- The landscape of digital currency is dynamic, with ongoing innovations and new types emerging. The advantages and disadvantages differ based on the specific type and use case of the digital currency in question.
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This quiz explores the concept of digital currency, also referred to as digital money or electronic currency. Learn about its characteristics, how it differs from traditional currencies, and its role in facilitating financial transactions. Test your knowledge on the evolving landscape of digital financial systems.
