Description
| Product ID: | 9781316607305 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | A History of Financial Technology and Regulation |
| Subtitle: | From American Incorporation to Cryptocurrency and Crowdfunding |
| Authors: | Author: Seth C. Oranburg |
| Page Count: | 250 |
| Subjects: | Company, commercial and competition law: general, Company, commercial & competition law |
| Description: | A History of Financial Technology and Regulation explains business, economic, financial, and legal concepts clearly, while its historical approach sheds new light on contemporary issues. Each chapter can be read on its own, while the whole book constructs a compelling timeline that makes the grand arc of history visible and applicable. 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. 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. 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 interesting in learning more about business, economics, finance, law, and regulation. |
| Imprint Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publisher Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2022-03-31 |
