Blockchain, Bitcoin, and the Digital Economy

  • 4h 37m
  • Len Mei
  • Mercury Learning
  • 2022

This book discusses fundamentals of blockchain technology, the issues in its development, potential applications, and its use in cryptocurrency. It also covers fintech, its status and applications, and the concepts related to a digital economy. Because this subject is vast and quickly changing, the book serves as a comprehensive introduction and background to anyone who is interested in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. It has numerous references for anyone who is interested in further research.

Features:

  • Discusses basic concepts of blockchain technology, the issues in its development, potential applications, and its use in cryptocurrency
  • Covers Bitcoin issues, altcoins, MDLs, industrial applications, payment, regulations, and more

About the Author

Len Mei, Ph.D. is a senior executive in the semiconductor industry with extensive experience in quality management and technology development. He has over 20 international patents and numerous research publications.

In this Book

  • Preface
  • What is Blockchain?
  • Bitcoin
  • Bitcoin Issues
  • Consensus Mechanisms
  • Altcoins
  • Mutual Distributed Ledgers and Digital Currency
  • Blockchain Beyond Cryptocurrency
  • Industrial Applications for Blockchain
  • Payment and Lending
  • Governance and Regulation
  • A Glimpse of the Future
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