A Bit Like Cash: Understanding Cash-For-Bitcoin Transactions Through Individual Vendors

Authors

Stephanie J. Robberson, University of Central OklahomaFollow
Mark R. McCoy, University of Central OklahomaFollow

Abstract

As technology improves and economies become more globalized, the concept of currency has evolved. Bitcoin, a cryptographic digital currency, has been embraced as a secure and convenient type of money. Due to its security and privacy for the user, Bitcoin is a good tool for conducting criminal trades. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has regulations in place to make identification information of Bitcoin purchasers accessible to law enforcement, but enforcing these rules with cash-for-Bitcoin traders is difficult. This study surveyed cash-for-Bitcoin vendors in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico to determine personal demographic information, knowledge of and compliance with FinCEN regulations, and opinions regarding government control of currency and willingness to work with law enforcement among vendors.

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Recommended Citation

Robberson, Stephanie J. and McCoy, Mark R. (2018) "A Bit Like Cash: Understanding Cash-For-Bitcoin Transactions Through Individual Vendors," Journal of Digital Forensics, Security and Law: Vol. 13 , Article 5.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15394/jdfsl.2018.1449
Available at: https://commons.erau.edu/jdfsl/vol13/iss2/5