Cryptocurrencies, Blockchains, and NFTs

01/12/22 • -1 min

You’re probably aware of cryptocurrencies by now, especially bitcoin and its explosion in value over the last few years. But what other cryptocurrencies are out there? And what are they, exactly? Today we talk to an expert from Purdue about how virtual currencies started, what impact they've had so far, and where things might be going in the years ahead. Produced by Drew Daudelin. Guests: Aniket Kate Associate Professor of Computer Science, Purdue University

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