How to Bitcoin


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"Bitcoin might seem very complicated to the uninitiated and it is, but this book really simplifies it." - Mati Greenspan, Founder & CEO of Quantum Economics "It's not too late to be early to bitcoin. How to Bitcoin is a great introduction that anyone can learn from, whether you’re a beginner or a financial professional. Find out why crypto is the fastest growing asset class in the world." - Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder of Blockchain.com and Co-Founder & Chairman of SkysTheLimit.org "Education ensures that everyone can benefit from the Bitcoin revolution." - Dan Held, Business Development Manager of Kraken From cowrie shells to gold to fiat money, humans have always been on the search for meaningful and efficient ways to store our wealth. The arrival of the Internet has brought us better accessibility to communicate across the globe - but more importantly, it allows for the exchange of information and ideas across borders. As the Internet becomes a more remarkable facet of modern society where humans interact, socialize, and live our lives, it is clear that an “Internet of Money” is needed. Enter Bitcoin. Today, Bitcoin has become a household name for an alternative financial system that anyone can opt into as a hedge against the global economy’s uncertainties. Many appreciate Bitcoin for its decentralized, permissionless, censorship-resistant, secure, and borderless nature. Anyone with an Internet connection and mobile phone can send and receive bitcoin from anywhere in the world. How to Bitcoin is written for beginners with easy-to-understand analogies and step-by-step guides to help the everyday person understand Bitcoin and how to be part of this movement. In this book, you will discover: - What is Bitcoin and how does it compare to money - What is blockchain technology - The history and evolution of Bitcoin - How to securely buy and store bitcoin safely - Guides on using desktop, mobile, and hardware wallets




Bitcoin For Dummies


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Learn the ins and outs of Bitcoin so you can get started today Bitcoin For Dummies is the fast, easy way to start trading crypto currency, with clear explanations and expert advice for breaking into this exciting new market. Understanding the mechanisms and risk behind Bitcoin can be a challenge, but this book breaks it down into easy-to-understand language to give you a solid grasp of just where your money is going. You'll learn the details of Bitcoin trading, how to set up your Bitcoin wallet, and everything you need to get started right away. An in-depth discussion on security shows you how to protect yourself against some of the riskier aspects of this open-source platform, helping you reduce your risks in the market and use Bitcoin safely and effectively. Bitcoin uses peer-to-peer technology to operate with no central authority or banks, with transaction management and issuing of Bitcoins carried out collectively by the network. Bitcoin allows easy mobile payments, fast international payments, low- or no-fee transactions, multi-signature capabilities, and more, but the nuances of the market can be difficult to grasp. This informative guide lays it all out in plain English, so you can strengthen your understanding and get started now. Understand the ins and outs of the Bitcoin market Learn how to set up your Bitcoin wallet Protect yourself against fraud and theft Get started trading this exciting new currency The Bitcoin market is huge, growing quickly, and packed with potential. There's also some risk, so you need to go in fully informed and take steps to manage your risk wisely. Bitcoin For Dummies is the clear, quick, easy-to-follow guide to getting started with Bitcoin.




Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies


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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)




How to DeFi: Beginner


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"This book details the new economies created by a generation of bankless pioneers. It's the best introduction you could ask for." - Mariano Conti, Head of Smart Contracts at Maker Foundation "If I didn't know anything about DeFi and needed to learn from scratch, this book is where I'd start." - Felix Feng, CEO of TokenSets “This book makes it easy for beginners to get started with DeFi.” - Hugh Karp, CEO of Nexus Mutual How to DeFi: Beginner, Second Edition, is the 2021 updated version of How to DeFi (March 2020). DeFi is an ecosystem of decentralized applications that provide financial services built on top of distributed networks with no governing authority. By April 2021, DeFi applications have locked up over $86 billion worth of cryptocurrencies in smart contracts. DeFi is expected to grow further in the coming years and is a key component in fulfilling Ethereum’s lofty vision and ambition. You will learn about the various elements of DeFi such as decentralized stablecoins, decentralized exchanges, decentralized lending, decentralized derivatives, decentralized insurance and more. DeFi has been immensely popular throughout 2019 to 2021 and is showing no signs of slowing down. Use this book to stay ahead of the curve and learn how you can utilize various DeFi applications to better understand the changes that will disrupt the traditional financial sector. In this book, you will discover: - What is DeFi and their differences with traditional finance - What is Ethereum and its role in DeFi - Step-by-step guides in using the various DeFi applications - Real-life use cases of DeFi and how you too can earn from opportunities within the space With simple, yet concise explanations and guides, it has never been easier for you to understand and get started with the various DeFi applications.




Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptoassets


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An introduction to cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology; a guide for practitioners and students. Bitcoin and blockchain enable the ownership of virtual property without the need for a central authority. Additionally, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies make up an entirely new class of assets that have the potential for fundamental change in the current financial system. This book offers an introduction to cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology from the perspective of monetary economics.




Mastering Bitcoin


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Join the technological revolution that’s taking the financial world by storm. Mastering Bitcoin is your guide through the seemingly complex world of bitcoin, providing the knowledge you need to participate in the internet of money. Whether you’re building the next killer app, investing in a startup, or simply curious about the technology, this revised and expanded second edition provides essential detail to get you started. Bitcoin, the first successful decentralized digital currency, is still in its early stages and yet it’s already spawned a multi-billion-dollar global economy open to anyone with the knowledge and passion to participate. Mastering Bitcoin provides the knowledge. You simply supply the passion. The second edition includes: A broad introduction of bitcoin and its underlying blockchain—ideal for non-technical users, investors, and business executives An explanation of the technical foundations of bitcoin and cryptographic currencies for developers, engineers, and software and systems architects Details of the bitcoin decentralized network, peer-to-peer architecture, transaction lifecycle, and security principles New developments such as Segregated Witness, Payment Channels, and Lightning Network A deep dive into blockchain applications, including how to combine the building blocks offered by this platform into higher-level applications User stories, analogies, examples, and code snippets illustrating key technical concepts




Grokking Bitcoin


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Summary If you think Bitcoin is just an alternative currency for geeks, it's time to think again. Grokking Bitcoin opens up this powerful distributed ledger system, exploring the technology that enables applications both for Bitcoin-based financial transactions and using the blockchain for registering physical property ownership. With this fully illustrated, easy-to-read guide, you'll finally understand how Bitcoin works, how you can use it, and why you can trust the blockchain. Foreword by David A. Harding, Contributor to Bitcoin documentation. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Technology Inflation, depressed economies, debased currencies ... these are just a few of the problems centralized banking has caused throughout history. Bitcoin, a digital currency created with the ambition to shift control away from change-prone governments, has the potential to bring an end to those problems once and for all. It's time to find out how it can help you. About the Book Grokking Bitcoin explains why Bitcoin's supporters trust it so deeply, and why you can too. This approachable book will introduce you to Bitcoin's groundbreaking technology, which is the key to this world-changing system. This illustrated, easy-to-read guide prepares you for a new way of thinking with easy-to-follow diagrams and exercises. You'll discover how Bitcoin mining works, how to accept Bitcoin, how to participate in the Bitcoin network, and how to set up a digital wallet. What's inside Bitcoin transactions The blockchain Bitcoin mining Bitcoin wallets About the Reader Intended for anyone interested in learning about Bitcoin technology. While a basic understanding of technical concepts is beneficial, no programming skills are necessary. About the Author Kalle Rosenbaum is a computer scientist, an avid Bitcoin supporter, and the founder of Propeller, a Bitcoin consultancy. Table of Contents Introduction to Bitcoin Cryptographic hash functions and digital signatures Addresses Wallets Transactions The blockchain Proof of work Peer-to-peer network Transactions revisited Segregated witness Bitcoin upgrades




The Everything Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrency


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Maximize your money while avoiding the potential pitfalls of investing in cryptocurrency—this handy guide shows you how to get in from the bottom up in this hot new market. Cryptocurrency—a digital asset that uses cryptography to secure all of its transactions, making it nearly impossible to counterfeit—is moving into the mainstream, receiving coverage from major financial websites such as Forbes and Bloomberg, as well as increased attention from serious financial institutions, and experiencing wider availability in trusted markets, such as the world’s largest futures exchange, Chicago Mercantile Exchange. As the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies continue to fluctuate and and news stories of cryptocurrency hackers increase, investors have to be more conscious of the huge opportunities and large risks in this market. Understanding these risks and rewards of cryptocurrency is vital for everyone wanting to make money on this exciting new form of investing. The Everything Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrency is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to help you safely jump into the lucrative world of e-commerce. You’ll learn: —The different major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, litecoin, and ethereum —Where to buy and sell cryptocurrencies safely and securely —Setting up and managing your cryptocurrency wallet —Properly analyzing their investments Leap into cryptocurrencies with a full understanding of what you’re investing in. With the help of The Everything Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrencies, you’ll maximize your gains and minimize your risks in this radical new frontier.




The Only Bitcoin Investing Book You'll Ever Need


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If you feel like you've "missed the boat" on Bitcoin. Think again...Because while Bitcoin continues to hit all time highs, this book will show you it's not too late to invest in "Digital Gold" What was once a fringe currency only used by a dark corner of the web... is now the fastest growing financial asset on Earth. And this is just the beginning... You see, we are still in just the 2nd inning of Bitcoin as a financial entity. So while no financial vehicle is making people rich as quickly as Bitcoin... Less than 10% of Americans and 2% of the worldwide population owns it. But now, the major players are taking an interest. Like Billionaire Hedge Fund owner Paul Tudor Jones Internet pioneer Tim Draper, who was an early investor in companies like Hotmail, Tesla and Robinhood. And CEO of Social Capital, Chamath Palihapitiya, who predicts Bitcoin will be worth $1 million within the next 15 years. So even if you've been unconvinced thus far, this book will give you the straight facts on Bitcoin as a financial asset... without any of the hype or noise. Here is just a fraction of what you will discover: The surprisingly small amount of Bitcoin you need to join the top 1% of Bitcoin owners worldwide - Page 15 How a complete technophobe can buy Bitcoin is less than 5 minutes - Page 65 5 Billionaires who believe Bitcoin has a part to play in the world economy - Page 16 Is Bitcoin a legitimate currency? Answered on page 32 A simple way to automate your Bitcoin purchases so you can take advantage of dollar cost averaging - Page 66 The exact percentage of Bitcoin transactions that are used for illegal activities. Anti-Bitcoiners get this wrong all the time - Page 51 Why you should never use Robinhood to buy Bitcoin - Page 70 The downside of purchasing Bitcoin funds like GBTC - Page 71 How much of your portfolio should you dedicate to Bitcoin? Our "one size fits all" solution is on page 102 Plus free video tutorials for safely buying and storing Bitcoin on Page 7 This is not a 600 page theoretical book which you need a math degree to understand. Written in plain English and free from repetitive technical jargon. Every single piece of financial and technical terminology is clearly defined inside. You'll find easy-to-follow advice in how to buy and store Bitcoin yourself... without having to pay expensive fees to middlemen. For everyone who feels frustrated after watching Bitcoin soar in price... this is your chance to get in while the going is good. And not feel like you missed the boat... So even if you're never read a single finance or investing book in your life, you will immediately understand how to become a successful long-term investor. To kickstart your Bitcoin journey today, scroll up and click "add to cart"




A Beginner's Guide To Bitcoin


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This book gives you everything that you will need. It's a simple Bitcoin road map that anyone can follow. In this book, you will learn: - How the Bitcoin Technology works - The difference between Bitcoin and Blockchain - How mining works - How to make money with Bitcoin - The top myths about Bitcoin - How Bitcoin will take over the world - How to buy and sell Bitcoin - What forks are - And much more! Even if you know nothing at all about cryptocurrencies, this book will get you started investing the right way. Are you ready to get started creating real wealth using Bitcoin? Then scroll up and click BUY NOW to get started today.