The recent high instability of financial markets, not only in developing, but also in developed countries, is fueling investor interest in new forms of monetary assets. One of these forms are cryptocurrencies, and the most common of them is Bitcoin. The article discusses the attractive features of virtual currency and cryptotechnology. A statistical and comparative analysis of the distribution and use of Bitcoin was carried out. The hazards and risks arising from the decentralization of the payment system are described. Credits: Anna Vladimirovna Shestopalova
