Digital Currency: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice offers a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape of digital currencies like Bitcoin and IOTA within the global economy. Edited by the Information Resources Management Association, this first edition delves into the academic and practical implications of using digital technologies such as computers, smartphones, and the internet for transactions involving virtual currency. The book critically examines security and privacy concerns associated with digital currencies, making it an invaluable resource for understanding emerging trends in finance and technology. With a focus on areas including electronic commerce, online transaction payments, and web-based electronic money, this publication serves as an essential reference for business executives, financial analysts, IT professionals, economists, and researchers interested in the transformative potential of digital currency.