Exploring The Future Of Currency With Film

What do money and movies have in common? Well, a lot of things. But some movies can also help us understand some of the subtler things about currency as a whole. There's a cohesive relationship between all things glamorous and technological in films, with Hollywood being famed for wanting to show the biggest and best of everything. These days, sometimes that crisp dollar just isn't enough, thanks to the rise of the new kid on the block - Bitcoin.

Sure, you've heard the term thrown around, but the likelihood is, you're probably not sure what it means. In all fairness, the story behind this elusive currency is movie worthy in itself - it was created by Satoshi Nakamoto, a figure that remains mysterious to this day - some even say it may be a name used by a group of people rather than an individual. Bitcoin and allows for much safer and more secure transactions, especially online and remotely. If you're into your documentaries, you might want to sit back, relax and enjoy your popcorn - we've got the lowdown on everything you need to know.

Banking On Bitcoin

Taking down the big wigs in any industry always makes for explosive drama, and no more so than when it's all taking place in real life. Banking On Bitcoin explores how the currency has actually shaken the banking industry, which is obviously a big deal. Consumers are very tech and money-savvy these days, which has paved the way for Bitcoin as an alternative to fiat currencies. It's more accountable than anything we've ever seen before, as everything is held on a public ledger.

The documentary explores the beginnings of Bitcoin, and how it used to be a little too mysterious for the average person - and ends up in the public eye, as it is today. The movie explores everything you need to know in a political context, which makes quite a juicy watch.

The Rise And Rise Of Bitcoin

Sure, your average tech whiz is probably going to know a whole lot more than you about Bitcoin - for now. However, it's actually more accessible to the wider public these days. Directed by Nicholas Moss, 2014's The Rise And Rise Of Bitcoin explores the reality of the digital currency's potential.

And, as it's becoming more and more widely used, it takes us to where we are today, when you can go about using it for everything from online gaming to purchasing transactions using the currency. If you're ever concerned about your security online when partaking in online gaming for money, Bitcoin provides a safe alternative. And, as the BitCasino Blog highlights, there are actually plenty of exciting games to choose from using this option, from slots right through to roulette - in fact, the brand runs its site exclusively on Bitcoin and takes pride in being the first Bitcoin casino.

Bitcoin In Uganda

This short film - admittedly with a slight bias as it was produced by bitcoinfilm.org - shows how bitcoin can even go that one step further and actually empower people. It's a great introduction for those without much time, with a real heartwarming focus to make it appeal to all.

Bitcoin in Uganda centres on a young boy over in Uganda who is able to change his life thanks to Bitcoin sent from his sister here in the USA - which highlights the currency's capacity for fee-free foreign transactions. This isn't always possible with big banks, so Bitcoin is big business in Uganda.

The bitcoin.org organisation also has a range of other empowering short films, showing how this currency can be used for a range of really beautiful situations, from improving the struggling economy in Argentina to helping farmers whose livelihoods have suffered in modern times.