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Bitcoin Believers

Auteure: Conrad Riker

Nombre de pages: 168

Break Free From Broken Money: The Bitcoin Manifesto for Rational Men Tired of politicians debasing your savings through endless money printing? Had enough of banks controlling your financial future? Want real wealth protection that survives hyperinflation and collapse? - Expose the fatal flaws in modern central banking - Master Bitcoin’s mathematical defense against inflation - Lock in financial sovereignty no government can seize - Join farmers, bankers, and freedom-seekers in the crypto revolution - Deploy decentralized technology to bypass failing systems - Secure generational wealth with unbreakable digital scarcity - Neutralize currency collapse with peer-to-peer hard money - Claim your role in finance’s inevitable future If you want to escape fiat slavery and build unconfiscatable wealth, then buy this book today.

Crypto And Bitcoin

Auteure: Michael A. Duniec

Nombre de pages: 230

*Silver Medal Winner in Finance - 2024 Global Book Awards!* Cryptocurrency, a disruptive financial concept, promises a new decentralized finance and investment era. But do you understand its significance, and are you ready to take advantage of its potential? Join me on a journey that will expand your appreciation for Cryptocurrency and shed light on its long-term implications for global economies. Crypto and Bitcoin is a comprehensive exploration of the digital currency revolution. From the genesis of Bitcoin to a myriad of crypto-assets that followed, this book delves into the technological innovation that has challenged traditional financial systems and sparked a global conversation about the future of money. From the shadows of the 2008 financial crisis emerged a disruptive concept that promised a new era of decentralized finance. The world witnessed the birth, struggles, and triumphs of a novel asset fighting for legitimacy. The development of Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency is a tale of innovation that undeniably impacted traditional finance and banking, signaling the rise of crypto-assets, investment opportunities, and how we perceive value in the digital age. By reading this...

Lightning Speed

Auteure: Ethan Rodriguez , Ai

Nombre de pages: 172

""Lightning Speed"" explores the Lightning Network, a groundbreaking technology poised to revolutionize Bitcoin transactions by making them faster and cheaper. This innovation addresses Bitcoin's scalability issues, offering near-instant microtransactions and cross-border payments. The book demystifies complex concepts like payment channels and Hash Time-Locked Contracts (HTLCs), essential for understanding this second-layer protocol. The book begins by contextualizing the Lightning Network within Bitcoin's history, highlighting inherent limitations of the original blockchain. It then progresses into a detailed exploration of the technical design. The approach balances technical accuracy with accessibility, ensuring readers grasp the core concepts. Finally, it examines real-world applications, limitations, and future development, providing a balanced view of its potential impact on the financial landscape. This book stands out by providing a rigorous yet accessible analysis of the Lightning Network, crucial for anyone interested in decentralized finance, blockchain technology, and the future of Bitcoin as a global payment system. It offers insights into how this technology could...

Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies

Auteure: Arvind Narayanan , Joseph Bonneau , Edward Felten , Andrew Miller , Steven Goldfeder

Nombre de pages: 335

An authoritative introduction to the exciting new technologies of digital money Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies provides a comprehensive introduction to the revolutionary yet often misunderstood new technologies of digital currency. Whether you are a student, software developer, tech entrepreneur, or researcher in computer science, this authoritative and self-contained book tells you everything you need to know about the new global money for the Internet age. How do Bitcoin and its block chain actually work? How secure are your bitcoins? How anonymous are their users? Can cryptocurrencies be regulated? These are some of the many questions this book answers. It begins by tracing the history and development of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, and then gives the conceptual and practical foundations you need to engineer secure software that interacts with the Bitcoin network as well as to integrate ideas from Bitcoin into your own projects. Topics include decentralization, mining, the politics of Bitcoin, altcoins and the cryptocurrency ecosystem, the future of Bitcoin, and more. An essential introduction to the new technologies of digital currency Covers the history and...

Nous sommes la nuit

Auteure: Gwenaël Le Guellec

Nombre de pages: 373

Retrouvez le nouveau thriller de l'auteur gagnant du prix du suspense 2019, un vrai page-turner ! Atteint d'une maladie rare l'obligeant à percevoir le monde qui l'entoure en nuances de noir et de blanc, Yoran Rosko exerce désormais comme photographe professionnel au Japon. Fuyant son ancienne vie tout autant que ses vieux démons, il a définitivement renoncé à regagner un jour la pointe armoricaine.Sa participation à un photo game international va bientôt l'amener à croiser la route d'un étrange collectif d'artistes, amateurs de scénographies macabres, et se servant des réseaux sociaux pour mettre en lumière leurs créations.Cette plongée hypnotique et envoûtante dans la nuit tokyoïte le conduira à affronter ce groupe d'assassins, surnommés les « Tueurs aux estampes », dans le domaine qu'il affectionne le plus : la photographie.Mais alors que les victimes s'accumulent et que le jeu n'a plus de frontières, Yoran va progressivement prendre conscience que laisser son passé remonter à la surface pourrait bien lui sauver la mise, une dernière fois...

Digital Gold

Auteure: Amelia Scott , Ai

Nombre de pages: 120

""Digital Gold"" explores Bitcoin's potential as a store of value, drawing parallels with traditional gold amidst economic instability and eroding trust in conventional finance. It delves into Bitcoin's scarcity, technological foundations, and its role as a hedge against inflation. The book uniquely positions Bitcoin as a contender for ""digital gold,"" challenging established investment strategies in the digital age. For instance, Bitcoin's fixed supply contrasts sharply with central banks' ability to print money, potentially making it a safeguard against monetary debasement. The book begins by outlining Bitcoin's creation, blockchain technology, and consensus mechanisms. It then systematically compares Bitcoin and gold across key attributes like scarcity and divisibility. Later chapters address criticisms, including regulatory uncertainty and environmental concerns, offering a balanced assessment. Using cryptocurrency market data, economic reports, and quantitative analysis, the book presents a data-driven exploration suitable for investors and financial analysts seeking informed perspectives on this novel asset.

Cryptofinance and Mechanisms of Exchange

Auteure: Stéphane Goutte , Khaled Guesmi , Samir Saadi

Nombre de pages: 202

This book describes how the rapid advancement in encryption and network computing gave birth to new tools and products that have influenced the local and global economy alike. One recent and notable example is the emergence of virtual currencies (such as Bitcoin) also known as cryptocurrencies. Virtual currencies introduced a fundamental transformation that affected the way goods, services and assets are exchanged. As a result of its distributed ledgers based on blockchain, cryptocurrencies not only offer some unique advantages to the economy, investors, and consumers, but also pose considerable risks to users and challenges for regulators when fitting the new technology into the old legal framework. The core of this proposed book is to present and discuss the evidence on financial asset capabilities of virtual currencies. The contributors of this volume analyze several interesting and timely issues such as the particularities of virtual currencies and their statistical characteristics; the diversification benefits of virtual currencies; the behavior and dependence structure between virtual currencies and the financial markets; the economic implications of virtual currencies,...

Its Money – The Epilogue

Auteure: Charles Moore

Nombre de pages: 649

Let me tell you why you should be reading this book. You’re here because you know something. What you know you cannot explain, but you feel it. You’ve felt it your entire life, that there is something wrong with the world. You don’t know exactly what it is, but it’s there, like a splinter in your mind driving you mad. It is this feeling that has brought you to this book. Our ancestors did not realise that they were duped – that these unpredictable and claimed, one off banking and financial crisis, are in fact deliberately engineered by commercial bankers to create the illusion that there is a problem, that only they can provide the solution. The way banks crush the people is to grind them between the millstones of debt and engineered inflation. This book provides a positive future for Money that is completely different, where capital will be scarce and therefore valued. The free flow of Capital means capital will be less wasted on spurious, inflationary, or speculative projects. Capital will be the basis for recovering economic progress, so sadly lost at an increasing pace since the dollar became purely an irredeemable fiat currency based solely upon unrepayable future...

Finance & Development, March 2022

Auteure: International Monetary , International Monetary Fund. Communications Department

Nombre de pages: 72

Finance and Development, March 2022

EBOOK: Economics for Business, 6e

Auteure: David Begg, Dam

Nombre de pages: 488

EBOOK: Economics for Business, 6e

The Essential Guide to Bitcoin Mining

Auteure: Brian M. Holmes

Nombre de pages: 191

New and updated 2nd edition. More miners, more coins, more info. The Essential Guide to Bitcoin Mining: A Cryptocurrency Tutorial is more than just Bitcoin mining. The book introduces people to mining Bitcoin and Altcoins. It discusses what Bitcoin and cryptocurrency is and the history and use cases for it. The book also touches on investing, security, and the retail adoption of crypto. Mining is the focus of this very approachable and useful book. If you don't know anything about Bitcoin or cryptocurrency you will learn much here. If you want to enhance your knowledge of crypto mining and the crypto space this book is for you.

Legal Considerations in Cryptocurrency

Auteure: Barrett Williams , Chatgpt

Nombre de pages: 103

Unlock the intricate world of cryptocurrency with "Legal Considerations in Cryptocurrency," your essential guide to navigating the complex legal landscape that surrounds digital currencies. Whether you're an investor, business owner, or simply a crypto enthusiast, this eBook demystifies the regulations and taxation considerations essential for both compliance and strategic growth in the burgeoning digital economy. Begin your journey with a comprehensive overview of the cryptocurrency legal framework. Dive into the evolution of regulations and grasp key concepts that are reshaping the future of digital currencies. Explore the jurisdictional challenges that global investors face and learn how to strategically maneuver through these complexities. Navigate the taxing realm of cryptocurrency with in-depth analysis of taxable events, reporting standards, and international tax compliance. Break down the intricacies of taxation legislation in major jurisdictions, including the United States, European Union, and Asia. Uncover effective compliance practices, learn to handle audits, and protect yourself from legal risks in a rapidly shifting landscape. Delve into the murky waters of...

Ultimate Blockchain Security Handbook: Advanced Cybersecurity Techniques and Strategies for Risk Management, Threat Modeling, Pen Testing, and Smart Contract Defense for Blockchain

Auteure: Taha Sajid

Nombre de pages: 217

Blockchain Security is not an option, it's a necessity. Key Features ● An in-depth examination of the security aspects of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Hyperledger Fabric. ● Comprehensive coverage of smart contract vulnerabilities, attack analysis, and effective security measures. ● Leverage Blockchain Risk Management Framework for managing risks associated with blockchain technology ● Practical insights into testing and assessing the security of blockchain applications. ● Strategies and solutions for robust access control using blockchain-based identity and access management. ● Expert insights on identifying and categorizing risks using advanced threat modeling techniques. Book Description The Ultimate Blockchain Security Handbook will help you identify and remediate your Blockchain solution bugs before others do. Covering the latest threats and vulnerabilities, as well as effective mitigation strategies, it takes you on a journey from the security foundations of blockchain technology to implementing advanced security solutions for blockchain applications. It helps you identify, assess, and mitigate risks using a variety of tools and techniques, including threat modeling,...

Bitcoin: Everything You Need to Know about Bitcoin, how to Mine Bitcoin, how to Buy BTC and how to Make Money with Bitcoin.

Auteure: Andrus Istomin

Nombre de pages: 52

Bitcoin Everything You Need to Know about Bitcoin, how to Mine Bitcoin, how to Buy BTC and how to Make Money with Bitcoin. This book will explain everything that you need to know to get started with Bitcoin. In this book, you will find basic, accurate, detailed information that will help you understand what Bitcoin is. How you can use it to achieve your own needs, wants and goals. Apart from discussing the uses of Bitcoin in everyday life and business, the final chapter discusses a variety of ways you can make a profit with Bitcoin. This book is the asset that will change your views on the financial system, currency and investment. The clock is ticking, so don't take too long. Grab your copy today! Start to read the book and secure your financial fortune. Would You Like to Know More? Scroll to the top and click that yellow button, and Get your bitcoin book Today!

Financial Crime and Gambling in a Virtual World

Auteure: Clare Chambers-jones , Henry Hillman

Nombre de pages: 205

Advancements in technology have seen gambling behaviour transverse a new path. The law has not kept pace with such advances, leaving grey areas of concern undiscussed and unregulated.The authors provide a critical discussion on laws relating to gamblin

Moon Prague & Beyond

Auteure: Auburn Scallon , Moon Travel Guides

Nombre de pages: 478

Dramatic Gothic monuments, breathtaking castles, and fairytale spires: Take your time in this magical city with Moon Prague & Beyond. Explore In and Around the City: Get to know Prague's most interesting neighborhoods, like the Castle District, Old Town, and Lesser Town, and nearby areas, including Kutná Hora, Liberec, and the Moravian wine country Go at Your Own Pace: Choose from multiple itinerary options designed for foodies, history buffs, art lovers, outdoor adventurers, and more See the Sights: Stroll through the vast Vysehrad complex and relax in the beer garden, marvel at the medieval astronomical clock and the twisted Dancing House, or wander the winding streets of the Jewish Quarter. Climb the Charles Bridge towers, snap a photo in front of the John Lennon Wall, and watch the sunset from a riverside boardwalk Get Outside the City: Hike to Trosky Castle at the summit of a volcanic plug, grab a pint of Pilsner at Pilsen's namesake brewery, explore natural wine vineyards, or study the intricate Baroque monuments of Olomouc Savor the Flavors: Linger over coffee at a riverside café, enjoy a hearty dinner of meat and potatoes or a light lunch from a street stall, and snack...

Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest

Auteure: Jennifer D. Walker , Auburn Scallon

Nombre de pages: 787

Whether you're sipping Czech beer with locals or exploring hilltop castles, get to know these fairytale cities with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries for 1 to 5 days in Prague, Vienna, and Budapest that can be combined into a longer trip Strategic advice for foodies, art lovers, history buffs, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Enjoy classical music in Vienna, wander through labyrinthine Habsburg palaces, or soak in Budapest's thermal Széchenyi baths. Hike through the Vienna Woods or bike through the Wachau Valley, where ruined castles, vineyards, and rolling hills line the banks of the Danube. Admire the works of Klimt and Schiele in Vienna's glamorous galleries, take in the festive atmosphere at Prague's Christmas markets, and walk across the romantic Charles Bridge as the sun sets over the Vltava The best local flavors: Sip a Melange in a cozy booth of a classic Viennese coffeehouse, sample local wine at a Hungarian vineyard, and kick back with a pint of pilsner at one of Prague's beer gardens Ideas for side trips from each city, including Liberec, Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, and the Kutná Hore Bone Church Honest insight ...

Financial Technology

Auteure: Niels Pedersen

Nombre de pages: 273

Fintech continues to revolutionize financial services. Financial Technology shows you how to navigate this increasingly de-centralized, personalized and automated environment. This new textbook strikes a balance between academic depth and commercial relevance in examining the advantages and challenges of these changes through the lens of various analytical frameworks. Financial Technology demystifies key technologies, such as blockchains, APIs, AI, machine learning, and cloud computing, in a clear and accessible style suitable for readers with no technological background. Real-world case studies from a variety of international organizations including Lloyds Bank, TransferWise, Generali, Starling and Stocktwits, bridge the gap between theory and practice and contextualize learning in terms of real businesses, from large incumbents to smaller start-ups. With coverage of robo-advisors, mobile-only banks, open banking and risk and regulation, this book also explores a range of analytical frameworks to critically examine new technologies and emerging business models. Financial Technology enables readers to understand the fintech movement in the context of recent financial history,...

Crypto Confidential

Auteure: Nathaniel Eliason

Nombre de pages: 305

THE WILD INSIDE STORY OF CRYPTO'S GET-RICH-QUICK UNDERBELLY Nat Eliason had six months to make as much money as possible before his first child was born. So, he turned to where countless others did in 2021: Crypto. Within a year, he'd made millions writing code holding hundreds of millions of dollars of other people's money. He'd been hacked. He'd sold a picture of a monkey for two hundred grand. He'd become an influencer, speaking at conferences, and writing a weekly newsletter to tens of thousands of fans. Best of all, Nat had amassed a small fortune. But how much of this money was even real? And how many times can someone double down before they eventually lose everything? Crypto Confidential is Nat's unfiltered, insider's account of the hyperactive, hyper-speculative, hyper-addictive, nearly unregulated, completely insane world being built on the blockchain. A behind-the-scenes exposé of the bull runs and breakdowns, revealing exactly how the crypto-sausage gets made. A story of getting rich, going broke, scamming and getting scammed— and how we can all be more educated participants during the inevitable next bull run.

Economics Gone Astray

Auteure: Bluford H Putnam , Erik Norland , K T Arasu

Nombre de pages: 273

'It is written in clear English, without equations, and with plenty of charts to ground one’s understanding in the real world … The authors make a compelling case that economists need to take their simplifying assumptions more seriously, to embrace statistical techniques that can track dynamic markets with time-varying parameters, and to always be aware of the importance of shifts in the underlying context.'Global Commodities Applied Research DigestEconomics Gone Astray is a collection of essays on critical topics in macroeconomics that frame the issues in terms of clearly stated assumptions, highlighting the errors often made by professional economists, and allowing readers to better analyze market behavior and the economic consequences of policy decisions.The book differs from textbook economics, as it tackles sophisticated topics without using mathematics or technical jargon. This makes the book highly accessible to all types of readers, from investors and investment professionals, to professors and their students.The book's style integrates a large quantity of clearly drawn charts which help anchor the readers' perceptions of the topics being examined, from inflation to...

Crypto Decrypted

Auteure: Jake Ryan , James Diorio

Nombre de pages: 311

Break through your "crypto curiosity" and uncover why blockchain innovation will revolutionize our economy, culture, and the future of investing—as well as how to navigate it safely. Between the booms, crashes, jargon, and flashy memes, blockchain technology and digital assets have not been easy for ordinary investors to understand. Hopeful investors in blockchain, digital assets, and crypto everywhere have a lengthy list of questions—and the list keeps getting longer and more nuanced. But who do they turn to for answers? In Crypto Decrypted, Tradecraft Capital’s Jake Ryan and James Diorio decrypt a new world that is hidden in plain view, accessible currently to folks “in the know.” This book is for anyone who finds themselves lost in the blockchain babble, exploring and explaining not only how to participate, but the often overlooked reasons why this new technology is relevant to every human being. Ryan and Diorio dive in deeply, debunking common myths, clarifying major breakthroughs that are often disregarded, and providing easy-to-understand answers for both crypto newbies and blockchain enthusiasts, so they can move beyond the short-term to explore what great...

The Joy of JavaScript

Auteure: Luis Atencio

Nombre de pages: 358

The Joy of JavaScript introduces techniques that turn JavaScript programmers into JavaScript pros. Summary Whether building interactive browser-based applications or creating server-side applications in Node, JavaScript is the most widely used language for web programming. With new features, language improvements, paradigms, and potential use cases appearing regularly, there’s never been a more exciting time to be a JavaScript developer. In The Joy of JavaScript, author and JavaScript expert Luis Atencio teaches you key design concepts that lead to clean, lean, modular, and easy-to-maintain code. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology JavaScript is at the heart of web applications on the browser side and, via the popular Node.js runtime, it often powers the server side too. Simply put, the web runs on JavaScript. About the book The Joy of JavaScript introduces techniques that turn JavaScript programmers into JavaScript pros. You’ll work with cutting edge APIs, language features, and coding styles to tackle tricky problems in an elegant manner. Along the way, you’ll practice good object ...

Cryptocurrency

Auteure: Paul Vigna , Michael J. Casey

Nombre de pages: 386

'If the word 'blockchain' makes you want to call a plumber, or you think Satoshi is some kind of raw fish, you need to read Cryptocurrency today. If you're already a bit-convert, you'll still learn a lot' Niall Ferguson, author of The Ascent of Money 1988 saw the birth of the internet. 2008 gave us bitcoin. Today, cybercurrencies are changing the world we live in. What would a world without banks, credit cards or national currencies look like for all of us? For centuries, the system that governs how money works has stayed the same. Now there's an alternative, and it puts us on the cusp of a revolution that could reshape our world. At the heart of this lie, cryptocurrencies, a technology with the transformative potential of the printing press or the internet. They bypass the elites and cut out the gatekeepers. Unlike traditional money, they don't have a nationality, they're digital and democratic. They are also lawless. From Silicon Valley to the streets of Beijing, this is a story about a revolution in the making, a tale of human invention, and a guide to the future. The perfect book for future proofing your money, let Cryptocurrency teach you everything you need to know about the ...

Crypto Kingdom

Auteure: John Turnure

Nombre de pages: 203

A tropical island in no man's land. A young cryptocurrency expert ready to leave her mark. Can she outsmart backstabbing partners who will kill to get what they want? Jessica Ayala craves adventure. So when a mysterious employer offers the razor-sharp young woman from Los Angeles her dream job building their Bitcoin enterprise in El Salvador, she jumps at the opportunity. But the naïve tech expert is blindsided to discover her new bosses are the same family her MS-13 gang-leader brother swore to obliterate in revenge. Struggling to keep the new Bitcoin mining venture afloat in a violent, corrupt country, Jessica worries she’ll end up behind bars like her older brother. But as shady dealings become harder to ignore, the talented beauty knows that sooner or later she’ll be forced to confront money laundering, dirty politics, and black-market assassinations. Can Jessica survive the crime and corruption that surrounds her?

Certified Blockchain Expert v2 Complete Training Guide

Auteure: Ipspecialist

Nombre de pages: 142

This workbook covers all the information you need to pass the Blockchain Council’s Certified Blockchain Expert v2 exam. The workbook is designed to deliver all information and technical knowledge in-depth for learning with real-life examples and case studies. > Covers complete blueprint > Detailed content > Case Study based approach > Pass guarantee > Mind maps A Certified Blockchain Expert is a skilled professional who understands and knows deeply what is Blockchain and how Blockchain works and also uses the same knowledge to build Blockchain-based applications for enterprises and businesses. The CBE credential certifies individuals in the Blockchain discipline of Distributed Ledger Technology from a vendor-neutral perspective. Certified Blockchain Professional is an exhaustive training, lab & exam based program aim to provide a proof of the knowledge of the certificate holder in Blockchain space. The blockchain is evolving very fast & enabling businesses to build very powerful solutions at a lesser cost. Enterprises are struggling to identify the right talent to deploy on the Blockchain-based projects in-house. This certification will work as a bridge between enterprises &...

Down The Rabbit Hole

Auteure: Tim Lea

Nombre de pages: 340

What does the blockchain mean to you? I keep hearing about it in the media - but don’t know what it is! I have read some things about it – but just don't get it. Isn’t it just a bandwagon that the financial media is over-hyping? Isn’t it just about drugs and hitmen? Block-what? Whatever your thoughts, the blockchain is gaining significant traction, with global media outlets increasing their almost insatiable coverage of the technology. So, why should you care? On December 2, 2015, the Goldman Sachs research team released their Emerging Theme Report. It simply said: “…the Blockchain, can change … well everything.” Now that's a big claim... but when this claim is added to : - Wangxiang Labs out of China announcing a $30bn blockchain-based investment fund for Smart Cities in September 2016. - IBM announcing in the same month their plans to spend $200m for the combination of Blockchain, Internet Of Things and Artificial Intelligence or - The Venture Capitalist community investing $1.3bn so far in the blockchain-related space Perhaps something big is going on…. Is it that: - You can send cleared funds internationally in 20 seconds, rather than 3 days? - You can remove ...

Contemporary Topics in Finance

Auteure: Iris Claus , Leo Krippner

Nombre de pages: 400

The literature surveys presented in this edited volume provide readers with up-to-date reviews on eleven contemporary topics in finance. Topics include unconventional monetary policy, implicit bank guarantees, and financial fraud - all linked to the exceptional event of the Global Financial Crisis Explores how recent studies on inflation risk premia and finance and productivity have benefitted from new empirical methods and the availability of relevant data Demonstrates how angel investing, venture capital, relationship lending and microfinance have benefitted from increased research as they have become more seasoned Investigates crowdfunding and crypto-currencies which have both arisen from recent technological developments

Understanding DeFi

Auteure: Alexandra Damsker

Nombre de pages: 241

Decentralized finance (DeFi) is a rapidly growing field in fintech, having grown from $700 million to $100 billion over the past three years alone. But the lack of reliable information makes this area both risky and murky. In this practical book, experienced securities attorney Alexandra Damsker explains DeFi's role in both blockchain and finance. Ideal for developers looking to build decentralized applications (DApps), this book compares DeFi to traditional bank-led fintech and explains why DeFi is exploding in interest and popularity. You'll explore the growing array of DApps and platforms in various categories, including their benefits and drawbacks, and learn how DeFi tools work together from the perspective of both users and developers. With this book, you will: Learn how DeFi fits into the blockchain and fintech worlds Understand why it's important to move beyond the banking system Explore the tools for building a useful, functional DeFi application Learn the risks, benefits, regulatory concerns, and unresolved issues in this nascent and fast-growing industry See which technologies are well-positioned to be incorporated into DeFi blockchains in the near future Assess your...

The Fundamentals of Bitcoin

Auteure: Álvaro Suárez

Nombre de pages: 146

What is Bitcoin? An apparently simple question that hides a great deal of complexity. Coming to understand Bitcoin in all its magnitude is difficult. Bitcoin is a constantly evolving system that requires knowledge in multiple disciplines. Game theory, philosophy, cryptography, networks and distributed systems, and economic and monetary theory, among others. And while other books on Bitcoin focus on some of the areas of knowledge, creating a narrow view of the concept of Bitcoin, The Fundamentals of Bitcoin aims to give a 360-degree view through a journey divided into four chapters The first chapter delves into the philosophical underpinnings and motivations for the creation of Bitcoin. A long road that begins in the late 80s with significant advances in modern cryptography, followed by a series of attempts to create private digital money by a group of cryptographers and programmers known as the cypherpunks, and with the 2008 financial crisis as a catalyst. The second chapter recounts the events surrounding the publication of the Bitcoin white paper and the network’s launch, the influences that inspired its creation, and its evolution during the first years of existence and until ...

Bitcoin and Lightning Network on Raspberry Pi

Auteure: Harris Brakmić

Nombre de pages: 365

Compile and run Bitcoin full nodes, lightning nodes, and user-friendly web-apps that help abstract the complexities of Bitcoin. This book not only explains the tools and techniques to help readers build their own banks and banking apps, but it also tells a story. Starting with the origins of Bitcoin—what it is and why we need it—find out what its strengths and limitations are. Understand the nature of mining and why so much energy is put into it. The blockchain itself will be reviewed, as well, and compared to other options such as a normal SQL database or a simple spreadsheet. With this book, you can control Bitcoin wallets via RPC commands on a Raspberry Pi. Configure, compile, and run two implementation of the Lightning Network-compatible daemons: LND and c-lightning. And employ user-friendly web apps that abstract the complexities of Bitcoin/Lightning-Network. The Internet of Information is currently transitioning to the Internet of Things, which in turn may well be followed by the Internet of Value (or Money). However, there is no evolution without happy users and Bitcoin will never reach the same heights like the original internet without having offered “useful” and...

Banking Beyond Borders

Auteure: Sebastian Celea

Nombre de pages: 345

Banking Beyond Borders: The Digital Revolution with Crypto and Blockchain offers a captivating journey through the transformation of finance in the digital age. It unravels how traditional banking systems are being disrupted by innovative technologies, leading to the rise of digital-only banks and the adoption of cryptocurrencies. From the groundbreaking creation of Bitcoin by the enigmatic Satoshi Nakamoto to the emergence of Ethereum and smart contracts, this book explores how decentralized currencies and blockchain technology redefine how money is stored, transferred, and trusted. Through real-world case studies, expert insights, and compelling stories of innovation, readers gain a front-row seat to the digital revolution reshaping finance. The book highlights the challenges faced by pioneers in the space, such as hacks, fraud, and regulatory hurdles, while showcasing the immense potential of blockchain in industries like healthcare, logistics, and governance. Whether you're an investor, fintech enthusiast, or simply curious about the evolution of money, this book is your guide to understanding and navigating the future of banking and finance.

Bitcoin for the Befuddled

Auteure: Conrad Barski , Chris Wilmer

Nombre de pages: 270

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last couple of years, you’ve probably heard of Bitcoin—the game-changing digital currency used by millions worldwide. But Bitcoin isn't just another way to buy stuff. It’s an anonymous, revolutionary, cryptographically secure currency that functions without the oversight of a central authority or government. If you want to get into the Bitcoin game but find yourself a little confused, Bitcoin for the ­Befuddled may be just what you’re looking for. Learn what Bitcoin is; how it works; and how to acquire, store, and spend bitcoins safely and securely. You'll also learn: Bitcoin’s underlying cryptographic principles, and how bitcoins are createdThe history of Bitcoin and its potential impact on trade and commerceAll about the blockchain, the public ledger of Bitcoin transactionsHow to choose a bitcoin wallet that’s safe and easy to useHow to accept bitcoins as payment in your physical store or on your websiteAdvanced topics, including Bitcoin mining and Bitcoin programming With its non-technical language and patient, step-by-step approach to this fascinating currency, Bitcoin for the Befuddled is your ticket to getting...

Cryptocurrency Investing For Dummies

Auteure: Kiana Danial

Nombre de pages: 407

From Bitcoin to Solana, the safe and secure way to invest in cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrency Investing For Dummies, the bestselling guide to getting into the exciting world of crypto, is updated for today’s cryptocurrency markets. Currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP are gaining popularity, and this trusted guide can help you strike while the iron is hot to profit from the explosive growth in cryptocurrency. We’ll help you understand decentralized currency, get started with leading crypto exchanges and brokers, learn techniques to buy and sell, and strategize your crypto portfolio. You’ll even dig into the details on cryptocurrency tax laws and new opportunities for investors. Gain the tools you need to succeed in the cryptocurrency market Learn about the newest cryptocurrencies on the market and how to evaluate them Develop a strategy for reaping outsized gains using crypto exchanges Understand how cryptocurrencies interact with virtual worlds This is the perfect Dummies guide for investors who are new to the cryptocurrency market or first-time investors who want to add cryptocurrency to their portfolio. Get started on your crypto adventure.

Digital Trust

Auteure: Barry Connolly

Nombre de pages: 257

A guide to how e-SMEs can successfully engage within social media communities to positively influence their brand trust and reputation. Consumer trust is more important than ever, as digital platforms and social media have redefined the relationship between businesses and consumers. In this new and disruptive commercial environment, consumers have developed an expectancy of direct, transparent communication through social media. The traditional means of building and maintaining trust have been rendered obsolete by the chaotic, competitive magnitude of multiple online platforms. With a unique combination of academic rigour and practical guidance, Digital Trust is the definitive guide to effectively using social media to build an authentic, trustful connection with your consumer base. Drawing on his extensive experience in marketing and communications, Barry Connolly demonstrates how to harness the commercial opportunities provided by social media, while also showing how you can avoid its most common mistakes and pitfalls. With original research and illuminating case studies, Digital Trust provides adaptable and accessible social media strategies that will strengthen and expand your ...

J'ai vendu mon âme en Bitcoins

Auteure: Jake Adelstein

Nombre de pages: 130

En 2014, Jake Adelstein découvre les monnaies virtuelles en même temps que l'effondrement de Mt. Gox, la plus grande plateforme d'échange de bitcoins au monde basée à Tokyo. Celle-ci annonce la disparition de 850 000 bitcoins, l'équivalent de 500 millions de dollars. Contre toute attente, c'est son créateur et dirigeant qui est le principal suspect de la police japonaise : Mark Karpelès, un jeune français qui n'a pas encore 30 ans. Mark devient alors le centre de la plus grande affaire criminelle de l'ère numérique. Tout le monde veut sa peau : la police japonaise, le FBI et les milliers de particuliers qui ont perdu leurs économies dans ce braquage d'un nouveau genre. Au cours de son enquête, Jake Adelstein rencontre les pionniers du Bitcoin : idéalistes, geeks, libertariens, profiteurs ou spéculateurs, et tente de répondre à ces deux questions : qui a fait le coup ? Et où sont passés les bitcoins ?

Mastering the Lightning Network

Auteure: Andreas M. Antonopoulos , Olaoluwa Osuntokun , René Pickhardt

Nombre de pages: 466

The Lightning Network (LN) is a rapidly growing second-layer payment protocol that works on top of Bitcoin to provide near-instantaneous transactions between two parties. With this practical guide, authors Andreas M. Antonopoulos, Olaoluwa Osuntokun, and Rene Pickhardt explain how this advancement will enable the next level of scale for Bitcoin, increasing speed and privacy while reducing fees. Ideal for developers, systems architects, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to gain a better understanding of LN, this book demonstrates why experts consider LN a critical solution to Bitcoin's scalability problem. You'll learn how LN has the potential to support far more transactions than today's financial networks. This book examines: How the Lightning Network addresses the challenge of blockchain scaling The Basis of Lightning Technology (BOLT) standards documents The five layers of the Lightning Network Protocol Suite LN basics, including wallets, nodes, and how to operate one Lightning payment channels, onion routing, and gossip protocol Finding paths across payment channels to transport Bitcoin off-chain from sender to recipient

CRYPTO 101 for you Millionaires! Keeping it to Wow Your Grandkids!

Auteure: Tina Ginn

Nombre de pages: 66

Crypto 101 for You Millionaires! Keeping It to Wow Your Grandkids 💰💻 You’ve cracked the code to wealth, but can you crack the code to keeping it safe in the wild world of cryptocurrency? Crypto 101 for You Millionaires! is the ultimate guide to protecting your digital fortune, ensuring your grandkids remember you as the genius who mastered crypto—not the one who “forgot the password.” With a perfect blend of humor, real-life advice, and simplified strategies, this book will demystify the crypto world and help you safeguard your digital assets. No tech jargon, no panic—just practical steps to keep your fortune intact and your legacy secure. What’s Inside: ✅ Crypto Basics Made Simple: Learn what you need to know without feeling like you’re decoding the Matrix. ✅ Password-Proof Your Fortune: Foolproof strategies to keep your digital keys safe (and easy to find). ✅ Avoid Crypto Chaos: Tips for securing your investments against hackers, scams, and your own forgetfulness. ✅ Passing It On: How to include your crypto assets in your will and ensure your heirs can access them. ✅ Real-Life Stories: Laugh (and learn) from cautionary tales of what not to do in the ...

Be Left Behind

Auteure: Steve Good , Yuri Cataldo

Nombre de pages: 144

Cryptocurrency can feel like an incomprehensible world, especially when you’re just getting started. We’ve both been through the whole process of learning how to buy, send, spend and invest in cryptocurrency so we know how frustrating and confusing it can be. By the end of this book, you are going to be feeling a whole lot more confident than you do right now; in fact, we’re sure you are going to want to get more involved. Back when we were getting started, we had a ton of questions about how to get into blockchain and cryptocurrency such as: · How do I get started? · What is Bitcoin? · How do I buy and spend Bitcoin? · Is Bitcoin safe? · How do I keep my data safe and private? · What’s the difference between blockchain and cryptocurrency? · What’s the difference between cryptocurrency and coins? · Is it all a giant pyramid or Ponzi scheme? · How do I spot a scam and avoid losing my money? · How do I store my coins and keep them safe? · Should I invest? If you don’t yet know the answers to these questions you’re not alone – most people can’t answer a single one. People are intimidated by cryptocurrency and think it’s too complicated to wrap their...

Technology in Financial Markets

Auteure: Marco Dell'erba

Nombre de pages: 537

In recent years, technology has emerged as a disruptive force in the economy and finance, leading to the establishment of new economic and financial paradigms. Focusing on blockchain technology and its implementations in finance, Technology in Financial Markets proposes a novel theoretical approach to disruption. Relying on complexity science, it develops a dynamic perspective on the study of disruptive phenomena and their relationship to financial regulation and the law. It identifies the intrinsic interconnections characterizing the "multidimensional" technology-driven transformations, involving commercial practices, capital markets, corporate-governance, central banking, and financial networks. From this perspective, it considers the way they are reflected at the level of contract law, financial law, corporate law, central banking law. The book adopts a unique comparative approach and explains and clarifies the factual and historical dimensions underlying the emergence of the crypto-economy. In this book blockchain is used as a case study. Blockchain exemplifies the way each subpart of the financial system - commercial practices, financial markets, corporations, central...