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Bitcoin: Investment or Illusion?
Allayannis, George (Yiorgos); Fernstrom, Aaron Case F-1819 / Published December 8, 2017 / 18 pages. Collection: Darden School of Business
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The case describes a hypothetical hedge fund manager who is examining whether to invest in bitcoin. The case discusses potential risks and rewards of investing in bitcoin, the role of bitcoin and digital currencies more broadly, and financial innovation in the space, such as ICOs. It can be taught as part of a second-year MBA elective course in investments, financial institutions/capital markets, or fintech.



Learning Objectives

To discuss the investment case behind bitcoin - its potential risks and rewards; to discuss the role of bitcoin and digital currencies more broadly; and to discuss the rapid innovation surrounding bitcoin (e.g., "initial coin offerings - ICOs"; bitcoin futures).


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  • Overview

    The case describes a hypothetical hedge fund manager who is examining whether to invest in bitcoin. The case discusses potential risks and rewards of investing in bitcoin, the role of bitcoin and digital currencies more broadly, and financial innovation in the space, such as ICOs. It can be taught as part of a second-year MBA elective course in investments, financial institutions/capital markets, or fintech.

  • Learning Objectives

    Learning Objectives

    To discuss the investment case behind bitcoin - its potential risks and rewards; to discuss the role of bitcoin and digital currencies more broadly; and to discuss the rapid innovation surrounding bitcoin (e.g., "initial coin offerings - ICOs"; bitcoin futures).