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What is Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology

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( UTAUT): It is a theoretical framework to understand and predict the adoption and use of new technologies by individuals. In 2005, Venkatesh et al. created the method, and since then, it has had widespread use in the study of information systems.
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Cryptocurrency Adoption Behaviour of Millennial Investors in India
Renuka Sharma (Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India), Kiran Mehta (Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India), and Ritik Rana (Chitkara Business School, Chitkara University, India)
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 24
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-8361-9.ch006
Abstract
Young investors, fuelled by the hype and ads, are rushing to cryptocurrency exchanges with the hopes of generating rapid riches, and investors of the millennial generation especially believe cryptocurrency can make them billionaires. Crypto Research and Intelligence Business found that over 15 million Indians had accepted cryptocurrencies and invested close to $10 billion in crypto assets. Because of the ongoing changes over the last few years, changing from paper to virtual currency, a new type of currency, namely cryptocurrency, has emerged. Shorter transaction times and lower transfer fees are two of the advantages that cryptocurrencies offer to their potential users. The concept of cryptocurrency is underpinned by decentralised technology, which has captivated the interest of a variety of stakeholders. This research examines millennial cryptocurrency adoption behaviour in India.
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Social Forces that Influence Health IT Use Behavior of the Elderly
The UTAUT model explains Technology use intention and behavior with numerous constructs, including social influence.
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Revolutionizing Healthcare: Unveiling the Transformative Power of Chatbots Through a Systematic Literature Review
A model of technology acceptance developed by Venkatesh and associates. The purpose of UTAUT is to elucidate users' intentions when using an information system and their actual usage patterns.
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