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Case
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Reference no. UVA-F-2048
Subject category: Finance, Accounting and Control
Authors: Ian Appel (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia); Yiorgos (George) Allayannis (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia)
Published by: Darden Business Publishing
Originally published in: 2023
Version: 9 August 2023
Length: 16 pages
Data source: Published sources
Topics: Bitcoin; Cryptocurrency; Fintech; Financial technology; Finance; Capital markets & investments; Financial institutions; Risk management
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Abstract

This case examines a fictional hedge fund manager's decision about whether to maintain his fund's position in bitcoin. It provides an opportunity for students to develop an investment thesis for or against bitcoin, evaluate alternative ways to gain exposure to bitcoin, and consider bitcoin's economic function (eg, as a currency or commodity). The case can be used in an MBA elective course on fintech, capital markets, or investments.
Industry:
Financial services
Teaching note
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Reference no. UVA-F-2048TN
Subject category: Finance, Accounting and Control
Authors: Ian Appel (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia); Yiorgos (George) Allayannis (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia)
Published by: Darden Business Publishing
Originally published in: 2023
Version: 9 August 2023
Length: 7 pages
Data source: Published sources
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Abstract

This case examines a fictional hedge fund manager's decision about whether to maintain his fund's position in bitcoin. It provides an opportunity for students to develop an investment thesis for or against bitcoin, evaluate alternative ways to gain exposure to bitcoin, and consider bitcoin's economic function (eg, as a currency or commodity). The case can be used in an MBA elective course on fintech, capital markets, or investments.

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Teaching note
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Reference no. UVA-F-2048TN
Subject category: Finance, Accounting and Control
Authors: Ian Appel (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia); Yiorgos (George) Allayannis (Darden School of Business, University of Virginia)
Published by: Darden Business Publishing
Originally published in: 2023
Version: 9 August 2023
Length: 7 pages
Data source: Published sources
View full details