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Cryptocurrency

4 years ago
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In this 45-minute video, our investment experts drill down into the controversial subject of cryptocurrency.

Managing Director of AJ Bell Investments Kevin Doran and Fund Manager Terry McGivern debate whether there is an investment case and outline some potential pitfalls and options to avoid, mediated by Investment Director Russ Mould.

Topics discussed include the relationship between the blockchain and cryptos; the differences between different cryptos; new cryptos; Ponzi schemes; and common theories of links to organised crime. Regulation, value and the future of cryptocurrency are also discussed. Don’t miss this one-stop shop of insight.

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Kevin Doran

Kevin Doran

Chief Investment Officer

Kevin graduated with a First in Mathematics and Theoretical Physics from the University of Liverpool, and began his career in the financial services industry as an Investment Analyst, eventually progressing to become Chief Investment Officer at a major private bank. He then took on the position of Group Head of Research & Strategy for a Luxembourg-based private banking group, before moving into a number of consultant roles for various investment management and banking businesses. In October 2017 he joined AJ Bell Investments as Managing Director and CIO. He is a CFA charterholder.

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