#24 Cryptocurrency, commodity or security?

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By now, you probably know that cryptocurrencies are not controlled by banks or financial institutions - or governments. Regulation, though, is almost inevitable... and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, explains the potential regulation of cryptocurrency.

Season 2 / Episode 24 2 Mar 2020 English South Africa Investing · Technology Gareth Cliff

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