The topic of cryptocurrency has transcended niche discussion and
is currently gaining mainstream interest or, at least, curiosity,
turning arcane technological jargon into household buzzwords after
only a few years of existence. Some have dubbed Bitcoin the
"Napster of finance", i.e. a transformative technology
and approach that, whether or not successful in the long term, has
the potential to forever change how we view and use money.
Business leaders are entering uncharted territory as
cryptocurrencies slowly permeate traditional markets. Certain
retailers are facing increased pressure from consumers to accept
bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies as forms of payment. Venture
capital firms and investment funds are speculating on
cryptocurrency start-ups and related rapid-growth businesses. As
with many other technologies, this is all happening faster than
regulators are able to adapt. Is it possible for businesses to
strike a balance between protecting themselves from
