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Bitcoin is the most emblematic example of the benefits brought about by technological innovation in the financial field; its acceptance and popularity are due to the capitalization it has achieved throughout its history. However, there are those who associate Bitcoin with criminal activities that trigger theft. Based on the above, the objective of this study was to analyze the cryptography of the virtual currency Bitcoin to determine the risk of computer vulnerability in the investment. The research approach is qualitative, the longitudinal analytical method was used with a non-experimental design whose scope is exploratory and descriptive. For the purposes of data collection, use was made of: semi-structured interviews and documentary review; obtaining that to computerize the network, it is required that 51% of the entire block chain be rewritten, an impossible scenario thanks to the fact that the cryptography based on Blockchain technology makes transactions with Bitcoin computationally irreversible. Finally, it is proven that intimidation, fraud and scams are causes of rejection towards Bitcoin, but the risk of being a victim of this type of criminal activity in investment can be minimized through education.

Carla Lorena Armella Garzon, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”

Graduated student, Department of Business Studies, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”, Tarija, Bolivia. Bachelor in Financial Engineering, Department of Business Studies, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”, Tarija, Bolivia

Ana María Retamozo Gareca, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”

Professor, Department of Business Studies, Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo”, Tarija, Bolivia. Public Accountant, Universidad Autónoma Juan Misael Saracho, Bolivia.

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Received 2022-07-31
Accepted 2023-09-18
Published 2023-08-24