Bitcoin’s introduction as the first cryptoasset in 2009 ushered in a new era, generating much interest, excitement, and growth. A cryptoasset is a digital asset using blockchain technology to regulate the generation of new units and verify and secure transactions.

This handbook equips academics, practitioners, and students with an understanding of the cutting-edge developments and applications of emerging blockchain technology. Covering the basic concepts while showcasing practical applications in intricate real-world situations, readers benefit from a useful balance of detailed and user-friendly coverage.

This handbook equips academics, practitioners, and students with an understanding of the cutting-edge developments and applications of emerging blockchain technology. Covering the basic concepts while showcasing practical applications in intricate real-world situations, readers benefit from a useful balance of detailed and user-friendly coverage.

Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies burst onto the world stage in 2008, when the online posting of a pseudonymous white paper provided a vision of a new way to transfer value over the internet. In the decade-plus since, the cryptoasset market has gone through all the classic phases of a disruptive technology: massive bull markets and crushing pullbacks, periods of euphoria and moments of despair, FOMO (fear of missing out), fear, and everything in between. As the cryptomarket enters its second decade, one thing is clear: Crypto is not going away. Cryptoasset markets are rallying toward new all-time highs, and many of the world’s largest investors and financial institutions are getting involved. Investors looking into crypto, however, face significant challenges. The quality of information is poor. Theories about the drivers of cryptoasset valuations are untested and often poorly designed, and they are rarely—if ever—published in peer-reviewed journals. Due diligence efforts from leading consultants are in their infancy, and few people have carefully thought through the role (if any) that cryptoassets should have in a professionally managed portfolio. More fundamentally, few people even understand what crypto really is or why it might matter. Is it an alternative currency? A technology? A venture capital investment? A specious bubble? The goal of this document is to provide the inquisitive investor with a clear-eyed guide to crypto and blockchain: what they are, what they are not, and where they might go from here.

The innovative investor’s guide to an entirely new asset class—from two experts on the cutting edge With the rise of bitcoin and blockchain technology, investors can capitalize on the greatest investment opportunity since the Internet. Bitcoin was the first cryptoasset, but today there are over 800 and counting, including ether, ripple, litecoin, monero, and more. This clear, concise, and accessible guide from two industry insiders shows you how to navigate this brave new blockchain world—and how to invest in these emerging assets to secure your financial future. Cryptoassets gives you all the tools you need: * An actionable framework for investigating and valuing cryptoassets * Portfolio management techniques to maximize returns while managing risk * Historical context and tips to navigate inevitable bubbles and manias * Practical guides to exchanges, wallets, capital market vehicles, and ICOs * Predictions on how blockchain technology may disrupt current portfolios In addition to offering smart investment strategies, this authoritative resource will help you understand how these assets were created, how they work, and how they are evolving amid the blockchain revolution. The authors define a clear and original cryptoasset taxonomy, composed of cryptocurrencies, cryptocommodities, and cryptotokens, with insights into how each subset is blending technology and markets. You’ll find a variety of methods to invest in these assets, whether through global exchanges trading 24/7 or initial cryptoasset offerings (ICOs). By sequentially building on the concepts of each prior chapter, the book will provide you with a full understanding of the cryptoasset economy and the opportunities that await the innovative investor. Cryptoassets represent the future of money and markets. This book is your guide to that future.

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, and Mining the Internet for Wealth What Do You Need to Know Before You Start Investing in Cryptocurrencies? Unless you've been living under a rock, you've been bombarded with news about blockchain and cryptocurrencies. People are making fortunes mining and trading cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. But, you know better than to jump into something you don't understand. The truth is cryptoassets is the future of investing. Billions have already been made in the past few years in this sector, but the early adopters haven't even scratched the surface of full potential. This book is your due diligence guide to all things crypto, from how blockchain technology works to the fundamentals of investing in cryptoassets. Inside You Will Learn: What is blockchain? How does blockchain work? What is the future of blockchain? What is a cryptocurrency? Understanding difference between tokens and coins The future of cryptocurrency investment What is a cryptoasset? Making sense of cryptocurrency mining What is an ICO? How people are making fortunes on ICOs And Much More Cryptoassets is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about cryptocurrencies and blockchain. The technology and financial terms are described in easy to understand language. This book is the perfect starting point even if you know nothing about finance or technology. After you have finished this book you will be prepared to make sense of the many different ways people are making millions and billions of dollars from blockchain and cryptocurrencies. You will actually now more than some of the people who have already jumped into the world of cryptoassets. If you are interested in the future of money, learning how to generate wealth online, or just want to learn more about key technology and finance trends, you need this book. You will not find a better guide to blockchain or cryptocurrencies. Don't Stay in the Dark About Cryptocurrency. Get Your Copy of Cryptoassests Right Now