Author: alexthorpe195
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Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are virtual or digital currencies that use cryptography (a form of secret code to communicate certain information/data) to secure and verify transactions whilst prohibiting the production of new units. Bitcoin is the most popular and well-known cryptocurrency, however, there are dozens of others available in marketplaces throughout the world, each with distinctive features and…
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Competition in Markets
Competition within a market refers to a position whereby there are multiple firms, with rivalrous relations, attempting to hold the largest market share, whilst also retaining high levels of profit in the long-run. In a competitive market, there is an incentive for firms to lower prices, improve quality, and innovate new ideas in order to…