We might be closer to a global currency than ever before. Here's why
Economists think more thought should be given to creating a 'synthetic hegemonic currency'.
Linda Schilling is an Assistant Professor at the economics department of Ecole Polytechnique CREST. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Bonn. Her research interests are in financial economics, finance and microeconomic theory with the main focus on financial regulation, financial intermediation, and asset pricing.
Economists think more thought should be given to creating a 'synthetic hegemonic currency'.
Cryptocurrencies, in particular Bitcoin, have received a large amount of attention as of late. The total market capitalisation of cryptocurrencies reached nearly $400 billion in December ...