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 mechanics of Bitcoin and the block chain, security, decentralization, anonymity, politics and regulation, altcoins, and much more Features an accompanying website that includes instructional videos for each chapter, homework problems, programming assignments, and lecture slides Also suitable for use with the authors' Coursera online course Electronic solutions manual (available only to professors)

Criptomonedas Para Principiantes es una guía completa para aquellos que desean introducirse en el mundo de las criptomonedas. Desde una introducción clara sobre qué son las criptomonedas hasta consejos sobre cómo invertir y comerciar, este libro cubre todos los aspectos clave para principiantes. El libro comienza con una explicación de las criptomonedas, su historia y los beneficios y riesgos asociados con ellas. Luego, se explora el funcionamiento de las criptomonedas, centrándose en la tecnología blockchain, la minería de criptomonedas y las carteras digitales. Las principales criptomonedas, como Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple y Litecoin, se presentan en detalle, brindando a los lectores una comprensión sólida de cada una de ellas. Para aquellos interesados en comprar y vender criptomonedas, el libro ofrece información sobre las plataformas de intercambio, así como consejos sobre cómo gestionar carteras de forma segura. La negociación de criptomonedas y la inversión a largo plazo también se abordan en capítulos separados, proporcionando a los lectores las habilidades y estrategias necesarias para aprovechar al máximo su experiencia en criptomonedas. El libro también explora temas éticos y sostenibilidad relacionados con las criptomonedas, así como las oportunidades profesionales que se presentan en este campo en crecimiento. Además, se discute el futuro de las criptomonedas, incluyendo las tecnologías emergentes y la adopción masiva. El libro también examina diferentes escenarios de evolución y proporciona a los lectores una visión general de lo que podría deparar el futuro en términos de criptomonedas. En resumen, Criptomonedas Para Principiantes es una guía esencial para aquellos que desean adentrarse en el mundo de las criptomonedas, proporcionando información clara y concisa, así como consejos prácticos para ayudar a los principiantes en su viaje cripto.

Blockchain has become attractive to companies and governments because it promises to solve the age-old problem of mutability in transactions - that is, it makes falsification and recalculation impossible once a transaction has been committed to the technology. However, the perceived complexity of implementing Blockchain calls for an in-depth overview of its key features and functionalities, specifically in a legal context. The systematic and comprehensive approach set forth in this indispensable book, including coverage of existing relevant law in various jurisdictions and practical guidance on how to tackle legal issues raised by the use of Blockchain, ensures a one-stop-shop reference book for anyone considering Blockchain-based solutions or rendering advice with respect to them. Within a clear structure by fields of law allowing for a systematic approach, each contributor - all of them are practitioners experienced with Blockchain projects within their respective areas of expertise - elucidates the implications of Blockchain technology and related legal issues under such headings as the following: technical explanation of Blockchain technology; contract law; regulatory issues and existing regulation in a variety of jurisdictions; data protection and privacy; capital markets; information security; patents and other intellectual property considerations; and antitrust law. Keeping the legal questions and concepts sufficiently generic so that lawyers can benefit from the handbook irrespective of their jurisdiction and legal background, the authors cover such specific characteristics of Blockchain implementation as so-called smart contracts, tokenization, distributed ledger technology, digital securities, recognition of code as law, data privacy challenges and Blockchain joint ventures. Because Blockchain is a relatively new technology still in process and raises a multitude of legal questions, this well-balanced introduction - at a depth that allows non-IT experts to understand the groundwork for legal assessments - provides a solid basis for organizations and their legal advisors in identifying and resolving Blockchain-related issues. Legal practitioners, in-house lawyers, IT professionals and advisors, consultancy firms, Blockchain associations and legal scholars will welcome this highly informative and practical book.

Blockchain , las criptomonedas y los NFT son tecnologías emergentes que están revolucionando el mundo digital . Estas tecnologías tienen el potencial de cambiar la forma en que hacemos negocios, interactuamos entre nosotros e incluso cómo vivimos nuestras vidas. Este libro de texto es una introducción práctica a estas tecnologías. Está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes a aprender sobre blockchain , criptomonedas y NFT de una manera divertida y atractiva. El libro incluye ejercicios, proyectos y actividades que permiten a los estudiantes aprender haciendo. Estos ejercicios ayudarán a los estudiantes a desarrollar una comprensión profunda de estas tecnologías y aplicarlas a sus propios proyectos. Aprende Mucho Más...

Investigate crimes involving cryptocurrencies and other blockchain technologies Bitcoin has traditionally been the payment system of choice for a criminal trading on the Dark Web, and now many other blockchain cryptocurrencies are entering the mainstream as traders are accepting them from low-end investors putting their money into the market. Worse still, the blockchain can even be used to hide information and covert messaging, unknown to most investigators. Investigating Cryptocurrencies is the first book to help corporate, law enforcement, and other investigators understand the technical concepts and the techniques for investigating crimes utilizing the blockchain and related digital currencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Understand blockchain and transaction technologies Set up and run cryptocurrency accounts Build information about specific addresses Access raw data on blockchain ledgers Identify users of cryptocurrencies Extracting cryptocurrency data from live and imaged computers Following the money With nearly $150 billion in cryptocurrency circulating and $3 billion changing hands daily, crimes committed with or paid for with digital cash are a serious business. Luckily, Investigating Cryptocurrencies Forensics shows you how to detect it and, more importantly, stop it in its tracks.

Blockchain es una tecnología de contabilidad distribuida que permite el mantenimiento de una base de datos segura y confiable. Se basa en un sistema de bloques encadenados, cada uno de los cuales contiene un conjunto de información. Estos bloques están protegidos por criptografía y distribuidos a través de una red informática. Las principales características de Blockchain son: red Blockchain no está controlada por un único organismo o entidad, sino por una red de ordenadores. Esto hace que la tecnología sea más segura y confiable. Transparencia: todas las transacciones registradas en Blockchain son públicas y pueden ser consultadas por cualquier persona. Inmutabilidad: una vez registrado, un bloque no se puede cambiar ni eliminar. Aprende Mucho Más...

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.