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What is Inflation, and Why Does It Punish You?

Inflation is just a rise in price of goods. However, you'll be shocked to know why it exists and what it does to you and the economy. We explain.

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link to What is Money? From Aggry Beads to Digital Dollars

What is Money? From Aggry Beads to Digital Dollars

Money is a medium of exchange, store of value, and unit of account. But the story of money's evolution tells much about society and the rise and fall of empires.

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An independent researcher interested in how economics, finance, and markets affect normal people. I write about economics and money so that anyone can come to understand how monetary policy affects our daily lives. If you can't understand my writing over a beer on a Friday night, I haven't done my job. Studied the history and sociology of technology at the University of Pennsylvania. Spent 10 years working in technology and 5 years in finance.

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