History of Financial Technology and Regulation

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History of Financial Technology and Regulation

From American Incorporation to Cryptocurrency and Crowdfunding

Company, commercial and competition law: general

Author: Seth C. Oranburg

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Language: English

Published by: Cambridge University Press

Published on: 31st March 2022

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 7 Mb

ISBN: 9781009234436


Overview

Using the lens of history, A History of Financial Technology and Regulation illuminates recent changes to the world of finance. With lucid prose and the help of concrete examples, Seth Oranburg helps readers understand the role of technology in finance today, including complex phenomena such as mutual funds, cryptocurrencies, and the stock market itself.

Chapter Structure

Chapters begin with basic principles and historical analogy before describing complex digital-investment strategies and instruments. Readers will also gain an introduction to key concepts in financial regulation, learning how law and regulations prevented some financial crises while perpetuating others.

Conclusion and Audience

Oranburg concludes with ideas about what’s next for finance and how the law should respond. This book will appeal to specialists and nonspecialists alike who are interested in learning more about business, economics, finance, law, and regulation.

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