Characteristics of Bitcoin users: an analysis of Google search data

【Author】 Yelowitz, Aaron; Wilson, Matthew

【Source】APPLIED ECONOMICS LETTERS

【影响因子】1.287

【Abstract】The anonymity of Bitcoin prevents analysis of its users. We collect Google Trends data to examine determinants of interest in Bitcoin. Based on anecdotal evidence regarding Bitcoin users, we construct proxies for four possible clientele: computer programming enthusiasts, speculative investors, Libertarians and criminals. Computer programming and illegal activity search terms are positively correlated with Bitcoin interest, while Libertarian and investment terms are not.

【Keywords】K49; E42; F33; K42; illegal activity; Google search data; Libertarians; Bitcoin; digital currency

【发表时间】2015 SEP 2

【收录时间】2022-01-02

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