Principles of cryptocurrency and cryptocurrency investing strategies

Anastasiia Zubrytska

Bachelor's thesis

Abstract:

The bachelor thesis investigates the history of money from physical to digital money, as well as the development of cryptocurrencies as a new type of digital money. It evaluates the potential of cryptocurrencies as financial assets and analyzes their influence on investing strategy. The paper covers a historical overview of the evolution of money and digital money, as well as an evaluation of the present cryptocurrency market. It looks at the elements that influence cryptocurrency value, including as market volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and technical improvements. Moreover, the thesis assesses several cryptocurrency investing methods, such as buy-and-hold, buy-and-sell, and hedge fund strategy. The study's findings suggest that cryptocurrencies can provide diversification opportunities for investors, but they must be carefully considered and risk managed. It gives information for investors looking to include cryptocurrencies into their investment portfolios and may inform legislative choices about cryptocurrency regulation and use in investing activities.

Keywords

cryptocurrency, virtual currency, decentralized networks, investments, blockchain technology, investment strategies, cryptography, coin market capitalization

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 19. 3. 2023

Thesis defence

• Date of defence: 19. 5. 2023
• Supervisor: Ing. Kristýna Kučírková, MSc
• Reader: Lenka Kučírková, Ph.D.

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Economics and Management

Bachelor programme:
Business Administration