We conducted a survey to find out. In particular, we wanted to know about the relationship between the so-called “dark tetrad” personality traits and attitudes towards cryptocurrency.
In psychology, the “dark tetrad” refers to a group of four personality traits. These are Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy (together known as the “dark triad”), plus sadism.
They are called “dark” because of their “evil” qualities: extreme selfishness and taking advantage of others without empathy. The dark tetrad are also often related to risk-taking behaviours.
We identified two main areas of appeal of cryptocurrency. First, the high risks and high potential returns of crypto trading make it attractive to the kind of people who like gambling.
More here – The Age
A couple of marketing professors writing in the “The Age” …..
yeah ok, I’m convinced.