I. Introduction Virtual currencies have recently captured the attention of every government, prominent software company, bank and financial institution. The concept of digital currencies such as Bitcoin has generated sudden curiosity in recent years, even to those who do not know about the potential benefits they have to offer. Virtual currencies are based on blockchain … Continue reading Crypto, Blockchain & Football Clubs
The Europeanisation of South American Football
"Few things happen in Latin America that have no direct or indirect relationship with football. Football occupies an important place in reality - sometimes the most important of the places - although it has been ignored by those ideologues who love humanity but despise people." - Eduardo Galeano (1997). An old wives tale says that … Continue reading The Europeanisation of South American Football
Athletes > Medals
Why is it socially acceptable, that every time a sexual abuse scandal comes to light, (like with USA Gymnastics -Dr.Nassar) the mass response is "we knew something was going on"? As a society we encourage people to speak up, but at the same time are not taking the necessary steps to make sure none of this … Continue reading Athletes > Medals
Doping (Paolo Guerrero case)
It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently. - Warren Buffett Paolo Guerrero was suspended for 14 months for testing positive for a banned substance after the game that Peru played against Argentina in Buenos Aires. To be more precise, … Continue reading Doping (Paolo Guerrero case)
The Cost of Happiness
**Picture the scene** Liverpool beat Barcelona 4-0 in an unlikely comeback to win their Champions League semi-final tie and set up an all English final with Tottenham. In a rush of pure ecstasy and drunken stupor a Liverpool fan, let's call him Mo, decides that this is a unique opportunity to see their team win … Continue reading The Cost of Happiness
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