Security Tokens and Stablecoins Quick Start Guide


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A complete guide to understanding, developing, and testing popular security-token smart contracts Key FeaturesUnderstand key Blockchain and Ethereum platforms conceptsStep-by-step guide to developing STO smart contracts on EthereumMonetize digital tokens under various U.S. securities lawsBook Description The failure of initial coin offerings (ICOs) is no accident, as most ICOs do not link to a real asset and are not regulated. Realizing the shortcomings of ICOs, the blockchain community and potential investors embraced security token offerings (STOs) and stablecoins enthusiastically. In this book, we start with an overview of the blockchain technology along with its basic concepts. We introduce the concept behind STO, and cover the basic requirements for launching a STO and the relevant regulations governing its issuance. We discuss U.S. securities laws development in launching security digital tokens using blockchain technology and show some real use cases. We also explore the process of STO launches and legal considerations. We introduce popular security tokens in the current blockchain space and talk about how to develop a security token DApp, including smart contract development for ERC1404 tokens. Later, you'll learn to build frontend side functionalities to interact with smart contracts. Finally, we discuss stablecoin technical design functionalities for issuing and operating STO tokens by interacting with Ethereum smart contracts. By the end of this book, you will have learned more about STOs and gained a detailed knowledge of building relevant applications—all with the help of practical examples. What you will learnUnderstand the basic requirements for launching a security token offeringExplore various US securities laws governing the offering of security digital tokensGet to grips with the stablecoin concept with the help of use casesLearn how to develop security token decentralized applicationsUnderstand the difference between ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokensLearn how to set up a development environment and build security tokensExplore the technical design of stablecoinsWho this book is for This book is ideal for blockchain beginners and business user developers who want to quickly master popular Security Token Offerings and stablecoins. Readers will learn how to develop blockchain/digital cryptos, guided by U.S. securities laws and utilizing some real use cases. Prior exposure to an Object-Oriented Programming language such as JavaScript would be an advantage, but is not mandatory.




Mastering Blockchain


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Demystify one of the most disruptive modern technologies and gain a deeper understanding of distributed ledgers, consensus protocols, smart contracts, DApps, cryptocurrencies, and more. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format. Key Features Study new blockchains, including Polkadot, Solana, and Avalanche blockchain, along with recent developments in security, scalability, and privacy Explore key cryptocurrencies and distributed ledgers such as Ethereum, Bitcoin, Hyperledger Fabric, Corda, and Quorum Get to grips with Solidity, Web3, NFTs, DeFi, and smart contract development Book Description Blockchain is the backbone of cryptocurrencies, it has had a massive impact in many sectors, including finance, supply chains, healthcare, government, and media. It's also being used for cutting edge technologies such as AI and IoT. This new edition is thoroughly revised to offer a practical approach to using Ethereum, Hyperledger, Fabric, and Corda with step-by-step tutorials and real-world use-cases to help you understand everything you need to know about blockchain development and implementation. With new chapters on Decentralized Finance and solving privacy, identity, and security issues, as well as bonus online content exploring alternative blockchains, this is an unmissable read for everyone who wants to gain a deep understanding of blockchain. The book doesn't shy away from advanced topics and practical expertise, such as decentralized application (DApp) development using smart contracts and oracles, and emerging trends in the blockchain space. Throughout the book, you'll explore blockchain solutions beyond cryptocurrencies, such as the IoT with blockchain, enterprise blockchains, and tokenization, and gain insight into the future scope of this fascinating and disruptive technology. By the end of this blockchain book, you will have gained a thorough comprehension of the various facets of blockchain and understand the potential of this technology in diverse real-world scenarios. What you will learn Grasp the mechanisms behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies Understand cryptography and its usage in blockchain Become familiar with the theoretical foundations of smart contracts and blockchain consensus Develop DApps using Solidity, Remix, Truffle, and Ganache Solve issues relating to privacy, identity, scalability, and security in enterprise blockchains Dive into the architecture of Ethereum 2.0 Delve into emerging trends like DeFi, NFTs, and Metaverse Explore various applications, research topics, and future directions of blockchain Who this book is for This book is for blockchain enthusiasts from all backgrounds, including software developers and programmers who want to learn how to build DApps, business executives and managers who want to explore the benefits and challenges of leveraging blockchain in different industries, and system architects and solution designers who want insight into blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and security considerations. It is also a useful reference guide for blockchain development professionals who want to build fast and highly secure transactional applications. Basic knowledge in any programming language will come in handy.




Learn Ethereum


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Explore the beacon chain, Ethereum's PoS consensus, and the upcoming merge of Eth1 and Eth2, along with the challenges of scaling Ethereum, and an overview of L1 and L2 scaling solutions Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Learn new development with Ethereum 2.0 and the planned merge of Eth1 and Eth2 Build, develop, and test end-to-end Ethereum dApps using Solidity, Node.js, and Web3 Setup private blockchains with Ethereum and delve into its wallets system Book DescriptionEthereum is a blockchain-based, decentralized computing platform that allows you to run smart contracts. With this book, you’ll discover the latest Ethereum tools, frameworks, wallets, and layer 2, along with setting up and running decentralized applications for the complete, end-to-end development experience. Learn Ethereum, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive overview of the Ethereum ecosystem, exploring its concepts, mechanisms, and decentralized application development process. You’ll delve into Ethereum's internals, technologies, and tools, including Ethereum 2.0 and the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), gas, and its account systems. You’ll also explore Ethereum's transition to proof of stake, L1/L2 scaling solutions, DeFi protocols, and the current marketplace. Additionally, you’ll learn about EVM-compatible blockchains, connectivity techniques, and advanced topics such as sharding, off-chain scaling, DAOs, Metaverse, and NFTs. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to write smart contracts and develop, test, and deploy DApps using various tools, wallets, and frameworks.What you will learn Understand blockchain, cryptocurrency, and architectures Explore decentralized finance protocols Grasp how EVM-compatible blockchain networks work Discover the latest developments in Ethereum Use Solidity and Web3 API fundamentals on blockchain frameworks Develop your own personalized cryptocurrency Build tailor-made smart contracts and NFT marketplace DApps Set up an Ethereum private chain Who this book is forThis book is for blockchain developers and architects looking to learn the Ethereum blockchain fundamentals and those who want to build real-world decentralized applications using Solidity. Basic knowledge of an object-oriented programming language such as JavaScript will be useful but not mandatory.




Stablecoin Economy: Ultimate Guide to Secure Digital Finance


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Stablecoin Economy: Ultimate Guide to Secure Digital Finance is an educational book written and published by Alyze Sam, Adam Alonzi, and Koosha Azim. Bitcoin has been making headlines for over a decade. Hundreds of cryptocurrencies have followed in its wake. Yet for all their differences, nearly all of them have been fraught with dramatic price fluctuations. This is a problem for investors and a deterrent to everyday use. Stablecoin Economy is a concise guide to one of the most promising classes of digital assets today. This book is meant to be an unbiased review of the Stablecoin concept and projects implementing it. Stablecoin Economy was written to give you the background knowledge you need to intelligently invest. Following the success of the 2020 Complete Stablecoin Guide, Sam has expanded the original reach of the book to deliver more pertinent and updated information. The new and updated version goes into greater detail in the areas of fiat currency, blockchain assets, stablecoins, and best practices for investors. With three times the information, Stablecoin Economy is written for beginners and seasoned traders alike.




Financial Services Law and Distributed Ledger Technology


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This incisive book examines the extent to which existing UK financial service regulations can be applied to digital assets and decentralised financial services provided by distributed networks. Brendan McGurk and Stefan Reichenbach consider the wider legal issues beyond regulatory enforcement, attributable to the use of distributed ledger technology based financial services.




Power User Guide: Mastering Cryptocurrencies (2021 Edition)


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Every few generations, there is a 'killer app' (i.e. the spreadsheet, email, etc.). These are apps that change the industry in such a way that changes the way people work. The current killer app is Bitcoin, because it is essentially allowing software to generate money from 'mined' data. Bitcoin also started the cryptocurrencies and Blockchain movement that is revolutionizing the financial industry. Each of these two technologies has started whole new movements that are creating new companies, wealth, and products.




Think and Grow Rich with Bitcoin: The Ultimate Guide to Cryptocurrency Investing


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Unlock Your Financial Potential with Bitcoin! Discover the Secrets to Cryptocurrency Investing in "Think and Grow Rich with Bitcoin: The Ultimate Guide to Cryptocurrency Investing.” Are you ready to dive into the world of Bitcoin and harness its immense potential for financial growth? Look no further! This comprehensive guide is your roadmap to success in cryptocurrency investing. In "Think and Grow Rich with Bitcoin," we unveil the strategies, insights, and techniques that will empower you to make informed investment decisions in the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a complete beginner, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the market with confidence. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on your journey toward financial freedom. Get your copy of "Think and Grow Rich with Bitcoin" today and unlock your financial potential with the world's leading cryptocurrency. Start investing with confidence and watch your wealth grow!




2020 Complete Stablecoin Guide


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2020 Complete Stablecoin Guide is a professional ebook published and written by Koosha Azim and Alyze Sam. Following the great demand for more Stablecoin knowledge in the financial technology community, Sam collaborated with fellow blockchain professionals Koosha Azim and Matthew Bardeleben to pack previous and ongoing research into a commercial product created for both beginners and cryptocurrency veterans. Book Description: Stablecoins are a new emerging asset class within the financial world. From experienced Wall Street to villages in Africa, Stablecoins are exchanged as a stable method of decentralized money across the globe. This guide is a collaborative effort between experts in the financial technology world to provide an educational breakdown of the Stablecoin ecosystem. Whether you are interested in economics, finance, blockchain, cryptocurrency, or just want to learn something new, we invite you to explore the world of Stablecoins. After reading this, you will be able to determine the two types of Stablecoins. You will also be current on all active and pre-sale Stablecoins. All data and information are broken down into five different subcategories to compare and contrast for easier reading and understanding. Most importantly, you will be able to read an unbiased ebook on Stablecoins with opposing opinions and interviews from thought leaders worldwide. Seeing the advantages and disadvantages throughout every section of this guide will leave you the freedom to develop your own opinion and ability to invest more wisely for your personal financial desires. Disclaimer: This ebook was created for the PDF format. Contact Alyze Sam or Koosha Azim on social media with purchase confirmation for the best version of the 2020 Complete Stablecoin Guide.




A Comprehensive Guide for Web3 Security


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With the recent debacle of cryptocurrency exchange FTX and the crypto trading company Alameda Research, the importance of comprehending the security and regulations of Web3, cryptocurrency, and blockchain projects has been magnified. To avoid similar economic and security failures in future Web3 projects, the book provides an essential guide that offers a comprehensive and systematic approach to addressing security concerns. Written by experts in tech and finance, it provides an objective, professional, and in-depth analysis of security and privacy issues associated with Web3 and blockchain projects. This book highlights the security related to foundational Web3 building blocks such as blockchain, crypto wallets, smart contracts, and token economics, and describes recommended security processes and procedures for Web3 application development such as DevSecOps, data analytics, and data authenticity via the oracle. Moreover, the book discusses the legal and regulatory aspects of Web3 and the reasons behind the failures of well-known Web3 projects. It also contains detailed case studies of web3 projects, analyses of the reasons for their failures, and some pending legal cases. This book is an excellent resource for a diverse range of readers, with particular appeal to web3 developers, architects, project owners, and cybersecurity professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of Web3 security.




Learn Ethereum


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Explore the blockchain-based decentralized platform and understand how Ethereum works with Dapps examples Key Features Explore the Ethereum ecosystem and understand the latest research on the platform Build decentralized apps (Dapps) using smart contracts and Ethereum with the help of practical examples Learn to make your decentralized applications fast and highly secure Book DescriptionEthereum is a blockchain-based, decentralized computing platform that allows running smart contracts. This book provides a basic overview of how Ethereum works, its ecosystem, mining process, and the consensus mechanism. It also demonstrates a step-by-step approach for building decentralized applications. This book begins with the very basics of Blockchain technology. Then it dives deep into the Ethereum architecture, framework and tools in its ecosystem. It also provides you an overview of ongoing research on Ethereum, for example, Layer 1 and 2 scaling solution, Stablecoin, ICO/STO/IEO, etc. Next, it explains Solidity language in detail, and provides step-by-step instructions for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and monitoring decentralized applications. In addition, you’ll learn how to use Truffle, Remix, Infura, Metamask, and many other Ethereum technologies. It’ll also help you develop your own cryptocurrency by creating ERC20, and ERC721 smart contracts from scratch. Finally, we explain private blockchains, and you learn how to interact with smart contracts through wallets.What you will learn Understand the concepts of blockchain and cryptocurrency Master Ethereum development tools such as Truffle, Remix IDE and Infura Delve into smart contract development Develop DApps frontend using Node.js, React.js, and Web3js API Learn Etherscan and other tools to secure and monitor smart contracts Develop and debug smart contracts by working with Remix Apply Truffle suite to compile, migrate, and unit test smart contracts Explore smart contracts such as ERC20 token and decentralized digital market Who this book is forThis book is for all developers and architects who want to explore Ethereum blockchain fundamentals and get started with building real-world decentralized applications. Knowledge of an object-oriented programming language such as JavaScript will be useful but not mandatory.