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When gold would be worthless

The psychology of gold, its value, and money

Commodity-Based Currency: The Problems With Goats

Goats being used to pay school fees is one thing - but is there a better commodity-based currency out there? And would it be better than fiat money?

The US Dollar’s Buying Power, Over Time

But more importantly, how many pairs of patent leather shoes could you buy today?

Money: What Gives A Dollar Bill Its Value?

An awesome youtube clip about what gives money its value. You should watch it.

Seigniorage and Issuing Coins: All The Money To Be Made

When is a currency worth the paper that it's printed on? And what is seigniorage anyway?

Are we heading for Financial Armageddon?

The internet is filled with financial prophets of doom, all proclaiming the Fiat Money End Times. Should we be worried that they're right?

Money or Credit: Which Came First?

Money has its own chicken or egg argument. Did we start by bartering, or did we start bartering because we could no longer trade favours?

The War on Cash

Both governments and central banks have a clear vested interest in forcing us to go cashless. But there are consequences.

Cashless Living: But Will It Be Worth It?

As we reach the end of the bank note era, let's ask ourselves why we're hitting this point. And whether we shouldn't reverse a bit. #cashisking #regicide

Explaining Zcash: Anonymity Matters

Zcash is the newest cryptocurrency. Spoiler alert: it uses bizarre mathematical proofs to create anonymity. I try to explain it with Chinese food.

Category: Money

When gold would be worthless

Commodity-Based Currency: The Problems With Goats

The US Dollar’s Buying Power, Over Time

Money: What Gives A Dollar Bill Its Value?

Seigniorage and Issuing Coins: All The Money To Be Made

Are we heading for Financial Armageddon?

Money or Credit: Which Came First?

The War on Cash

Cashless Living: But Will It Be Worth It?

Explaining Zcash: Anonymity Matters

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