New research reveals surprising trend in crypto industry: ‘It’s a win-win’
A new study, conducted under the supervision of the University of Vaasa in Finland and the University of Turin in Italy, offers fresh insight into how energy use and market stability intersect in the world of cryptocurrency, a sector often criticized for its environmental impact and notorious price swings.
The research, based on Davide Sandretto’s doctoral dissertation in finance, suggests that greener, energy-efficient digital assets tend to be less volatile and less reactive to energy price hikes than their energy-intensive counterparts. This finding highlights a potential link between the environment and financial stability in an industry traditionally dominated by rapid innovation and risk.
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