Volatility

Bitcoin is Still Volatile, But That Doesn't Mean It's Not Viable

CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson argues that bitcoin's price swings are overshadowing a deeper truth – the tech is becoming more and more stable.

Dr Philippa Ryan discusses the relationship between perceptions of bitcoin as a technology and activity in its historically turbulent global markets.

By Philippa RyanMar 31, 2016

Criticisms from bitcoin pundits in the press almost always boil down to a few common misconceptions, argues Jon Matonis.

By Jon MatonisJan 26, 2015

Bitcoin’s recently reduced price volatility might be good news for everyday bitcoin users, but could it send a bunch of exchanges off the cliff?

Bitcoin is notoriously volatile. Could 'bitbanks' help solve that issue, or are internal tweaks to bitcoin's protocol the answer?

Bitcoin's price is unstable because of its fixed supply, say experts. Is there anything we can do to fix that?

The startup wants to help merchants, investors and others avoid problems associated with bitcoin's unpredictable pricing behavior.

By Daniel CawreyOct 18, 2014

CoinDesk takes a look at the volatility and tax implications of digital bitcoin versus analog gold.

By Daniel CawreyAug 24, 2014

A new report from Wedbush finds that bitcoin's volatility isn't likely to affect its use as a payment network.

By Pete RizzoAug 21, 2014

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