The fatal flaw in using bitcoin as a currency
There is a crypto parallel in the aftermath of Europe’s 14th century bubonic plague
There is a crypto parallel in the aftermath of Europe’s 14th century bubonic plague

Moves in the cryptocurrency are becoming an early alert that markets are unwell

They are no substitute for money, even if usage is growing fast

Europe must finally grasp the opportunity to develop the single currency as a reserve asset

History suggests the political approach ends in unsustainable debt and lower GDP

Country risks missing next phase of mainstream adoption now under way

Governments should focus more on boosting supply and productivity