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<i>Are you curious about blockchain technology? Have you heard of Bitcoin and want to know more aboutit, but don't know where to start?</i><br> If you'd like to know what blockchain systems are all about, this is the book for you!This book is a thorough introduction to the world of blockchain. It's easy to read and covers everythingfrom the basics of blockchain to using blockchain technologies in your business.<br> <br> Though blockchain technology was designed to be used for Bitcoin, more and more people arediscovering that this technology is useful for other industries. Whether recording important transactions,the exchange of legal documents, authorizations, or more, blockchain technology is an entirely newway to maintain secure records.<br> <br> Some are even touting blockchain technology as the backbone for a new type of internet.The message is clear: even if you're not sure where to begin, now is the time to learn about blockchaintechnology.<br> <br> This book focuses on the history and trajectory of blockchain technology. The story of blockchaintechnology goes far beyond bitcoin. It can be used to create other kinds of digital currency, but its mainfunction of keeping updated, tamperproof records is enough to rewrite the rulebook of the internet.Blockchain technology is being hailed as the next major movement in the global economy. Keepyourself or your business in the know and learn what blockchain technology can do for you. Here is a snapshot of what this book will teach you: <ul> <li>What blockchain technology is and how it works: you'll learn the basics behind blockchaintechnology, and why companies and organizations all over the world are turning to it as the nextmajor</li> <li>How blockchain systems came to be: the history of blockchain technology and Bitcoin</li> <li>What makes blockchain systems so groundbreaking</li> <li>What bitcoin is, and what you need to know about it</li> <li>The big picture: what blockchain means for economies</li> <li>What block