The Best Books On Cryptocurrency To Read Today

Cryptocurrency is one of the fastest-growing technology in the current world and it is making news almost every day in the established media. Its popularity is likely to rise in the coming years and people are showing more interest in cryptocurrency. There are lots of books available on cryptocurrency that anyone can read and learn about crypto trading, etc. If you are wondering what are some of the best books on cryptocurrency then check the below information.

List Of Best Cryptocurrency Books 

1. Mastering Bitcoin: Programming The Open Blockchain

by Andreas M. Antonopoulos

Bitcoin has been evolving for more than a decade and by reading this book you will be able to get a broad view of important events that have changed the course of Bitcoin’s history. Currently, the book is in its second edition and the author has added relevant information that will give more depth about Bitcoin. Usually, Bitcoin receives development support from a wide community therefore the tool that operates with Bitcoin continues to grow. The writer also includes the core concepts of Bitcoin to readers in non-technical terms so this book is perfect for people who aren’t interested in actually developing open-source blockchain code structures. So, if you are an investor who wants to learn more about the sector then this book is perfect for you. This book also reviews how the network works from a practical perspective like the peer-to-peer (P2P) nature of a decentralized blockchain. So, it will also give an idea to readers how blockchain technology works.     

2. The Bitcoin Standard: The Decentralized Alternative To Central Banking

by Dr. Saifedean Ammous

This book gives a clear overview of what Bitcoin is, what impact it has on society as a whole. Dr. Saifedean Ammous tries to work out how Bitcoin grew to become the leading crypto coin in the crypto industry. Unlike many other crypto platforms Bitcoin mainly focuses on the problem of money. In this book, the writer described how and why people need to transfer value and save with a stable currency and how Bitcoin can solve these problems. The writer walks the reader through the history of money and shows how Bitcoin embodies the digital age. Instead of using fiat currency, how people can use Bitcoin in their daily life. The author postulates that it is not a coincidence that Bitcoin came into the limelight because central banks became social planners after the crisis of 2008. Dr. Ammous is a renowned writer and he earned a Ph.D. in Sustainable Development from Columbia University, and also holds an MSc in Development Management from the London School of Economics.      

3. Blockchain Bubble Or Revolution: The Present And Future Of Blockchain And Cryptocurrencies

by Neel Mehta, Aditya Agashe, et al.

If you want to gain a comprehensive view of blockchain development then you should read this book. This book is authored by three professionals who have a vast knowledge of the tech space and have worked at companies like Google, IBM, and Microsoft. This book was a great help when Bitcoin was only the compelling decentralized blockchain platform. This book gives a clear overview of the future of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. It describes how Bitcoin and blockchain work from a perspective that doesn’t require deep technical knowledge. So, if you read this book then you will go through the beginnings of Bitcoin, and also explain how a blockchain works, including definitions for commonly used cryptocurrency terms. According to Mike Novogratz, founder of According to Mike Novogratz, says – 

“Whether you are bearish or bullish on crypto, Bubble or Revolution brilliantly articulates both sides of the argument and offers well-researched insight on the future of blockchain technology.”

4. Cryptoassets: The Innovative Investor’s Guide To Bitcoin And Beyond

by Chris Burniske and Jack Tatar

This book is split into three key sections: What, Why, and How, and the three-section cover a thorough view of the history, the technology, and the supply/demand equation of digital assets and how they have entered the global financial space. So, if you want to know how digital assets came to this point then you should read this book. Moreover, if you are a new investor in this space, then this book will provide all the key principles of Bitcoin and other digital currencies. On the other hand, if you have good knowledge about digital currency then this book will present different perspectives and add more value to your knowledge base. This book also discusses modern portfolio theory, the role of alternative assets as well as the lack of transparency and stability in Wall Street institutions, and hedge funds. So, anyone who wants to learn more about the history of Bitcoin, and other related cryptocurrencies then they should read this book.     

5. Blockchain Revolution: How The Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing Money, Business, And The World

by Don and Alex Tapscott

We are now living in a new age of blockchain and decentralization, and it is impossible to talk about Bitcoin without knowing about the technology behind these innovations. This book provides more insights into the blockchain phenomenon. There are three sections available in this boo. They are “Revolution”, “Transformations”, and “Promise and Peril” of blockchain technology. The first section of this book explains the protocol behind blockchain and its seven design principles:

1. Network integrity

2. Distribution-powered system

3. Value as an incentive

5. Security

6. Privacy

7. Ownership rights

8. Inclusion

This book focuses on how open-source global technology grows and how it will change the future of digital currency. Klaus Schwab, the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum said – 

“Occasionally a book comes along that changes the global discourse. This is likely to be one of those books. Blockchains are at the heart of the fourth industrial revolution and the Tapscotts lucidly explain why and how to capture the opportunity and avoid the dangers.”

6. The Book Of Satoshi: The Collected Writings Of Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto

by Phil Champagne

If you have minimum knowledge about Bitcoin then you should know the name Satoshi Nakamoto – the father of Bitcoin. Though he is the founder of Bitcoin but there is little knowledge about the founder and the identity of this person or group. So, the writer Phil Champagne looks into the thought process of Bitcoin’s creator in this book. Both Blockchain and Bitcoin have an inseparable relationship because Bitcoin operates based on the Blockchain. If you are looking for something less technical and more conceptual knowledge then this is the right book for you. Jeff Berwick, aka The Dollar Vigilante, said – 

“Phil Champagne has put into an easy-to-read format the fomenting of one of the most important technological innovations of our time… a completely decentralized platform to perform payment transactions without the need for a trusted third party. Its importance is only surpassed by the Internet itself as an evolution in communications.”

This book focuses on 72 key topics and these topics cover a collection of insights and controversies that Satoshi himself created during Bitcoin’s initial stage. Moreover, this book also gives an insight into the creator’s vision at the inception of the project.

Final Thoughts

So, these are some of the best books on cryptocurrency that you can buy and read. These books will suit both the beginner as well as experts who have vast knowledge about cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, blockchain, etc. If you have any queries regarding any of the above books then feel free to leave your question in the comment section. I will get to you soon!

References:

1. https://fivebooks.com/best-books/cryptocurrency-david-birch/
2. https://www.trality.com/blog/best-cryptocurrency-books

Last Updated on February 7, 2022 by