ANALYZING THE PROFITABILITY AND EFFICIENCY OF CRYPTOCURRENCY EXCHANGES USING ACCOUNTING RATIOS AND BIG DATA
Keywords:
Cryptocurrency Exchanges, Profitability Analysis, Accounting Ratios, Big Data Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Financial Performance, Return on Assets, Trading Volume, Platform Metrics, Crypto Market AnalysisAbstract
This thesis explores the profitability and operational efficiency of cryptocurrency exchanges by combining traditional accounting ratio analysis with big data techniques. Through illustrative case comparisons and hypothetical scenarios, the study demonstrates how integrating financial and operational data can provide a comprehensive assessment of exchange performance. The findings offer valuable perspectives for investors, analysts, and regulators evaluating the sustainability and competitiveness of crypto trading platforms.
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