Over the past decade the world has witnessed the rapid rise of Cryptocurrencies and Crypto-assets. Yet many financial professionals and students still struggle to confidently engage with these emerging digital instruments. Drawing on deep experience, this book bridges that critical knowledge gap —demystifying the design, risks, and economics of Crypto-protocols and their Tokens. Inside, you'll discover: • How blockchain ecosystem agents interact with Cryptocurrencies and Crypto-Tokens • The mechanisms by which Tokens are created, exchanged, stored, and destroyed • A stable taxonomy of Crypto-Tokens through a traditional finance lens • How to analyze Token features relevant to valuation, inflation, and property rights • The connection between Token design and financial or operational risks • Real-world implementation in major Crypto-protocols • A practical interpretation of decentralized finance (DeFi) Designed as both a textbook and a long-term professional reference, this book features over 200 original illustrations and hundreds of up-to-date references. Whether you’re a financial advisor, quantitative analyst, auditor, venture capitalist, consultant, regulator, or legal professional, you’ll find the principles, tools, and methodology you need for clear, explainable results. Unlock the world of Crypto with clarity and confidence. |