Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor’s Guide to Bitcoin and Beyond by Jack Tatar, Chris Burniske

Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor’s Guide to Bitcoin and Beyond by Jack Tatar is an essential guide for all prudent investors looking to learn more about the revolutionary world of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. The book takes the reader on an engaging journey through the history of cryptocurrency, the potential of the technology, and relevant investment principles.

The book begins by introducing the reader to the foundational concepts of blockchain technology, such as the various cryptographic techniques used to ensure the security and integrity of information stored on the blockchain. The author explains concepts such as public/private key encryption, cryptographic hash functions, and digital signatures in easy-to-understand language. The author then moves on to discussing Bitcoin specifically – the way it works, its popularity, and various trading platforms and markets. The reader is ultimately presented with the different types of cryptoassets which they may consider investing in.

Following its backgrounds on the basics of cryptocurrency, Cryptoassets then turns to the economic and investment principles underpinning these assets. Jack Tatar presents the reader with practical advice on how to assess different cryptoassets, such as by mapping out supply, demand and market conditions, monitoring the price history of cryptoassets, and understanding the underlying blockchain technology. He also outlines key risks associated with investing in such assets, such as regulatory uncertainty, liquidity concerns and the risk of hacking attacks.

The book then moves on to discussing more advanced topics, such as the potential for tokenization of traditional assets, Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and other forms of cryptocurrency fundraising, and the impact that the technology might have on the financial industry. The discussion is clear and comprehensive, enabling the reader to gain a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities that this new asset class can offer as well as its challenges.

Ultimately, Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor’s Guide to Bitcoin and Beyond is an essential resource for all investors looking to take informed decisions when investing in the novel world of cryptoassets. With its clear and concise advice, the book will enable readers to assess the various risks associated with this asset class, while still taking advantage of the technological advances that make it an exciting new asset class. For those looking to benefit from this new asset class, Cryptoassets is a must-read.