{"product_id":"catching-up-to-crypto-ben-armstrong-9781394158744","title":"Catching up to Crypto | Ben Armstrong","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-description\" style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.75em; margin-bottom: 15px; border-bottom: 2px solid #2c3e50; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCatching Up to Crypto: Your Guide to Bitcoin and the New Digital Economy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 25px; font-size: 0.95em; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50; width: 30%;\"\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e9781394158744\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eISBN-10\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e1394158742\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBen Armstrong\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHardcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eJohn Wiley \u0026amp; Sons, Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003ePublication Date\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eFebruary 09, 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003ePage Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e224\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eSubjects\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eInvestments \u0026amp; Securities, Personal Finance, General Finance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eExtended Synopsis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCatching Up to Crypto: Your Guide to Bitcoin and the New Digital Economy\u003c\/em\u003e, celebrated cryptocurrency expert Ben Armstrong delivers a dynamic and authoritative exploration of digital assets. Featuring a foreword by Raoul Pal, this volume breaks down exactly what Bitcoin is, the mechanics of how it works, and why the global transition to a decentralized digital economy is already underway. Armstrong rigorously outlines the underlying technology of the blockchain, exploring the critical importance of trust-less commerce, cryptographic consensus, and network distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBeyond the technical architecture, the book examines the historical trajectory of Bitcoin—from its humble origins and near-collapse to its current status as a revolutionary force in monetary and financial policy. The text actively highlights the deficiencies and common manipulations of traditional fiat currency, presenting a compelling case for the mass adoption of digital assets. For readers actively engaging with our dedicated Bitcoin and blockchain blog sections, or those taking advantage of our free educational resources for solo crypto mining setups, this book serves as the perfect foundational companion to your journey into decentralized finance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eReader Targeting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCrypto-curious beginners seeking a fun, accessible, yet structurally accurate introduction to Bitcoin and blockchain technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eInvestors and finance professionals looking to understand the macroeconomic implications of decentralized digital assets versus traditional fiat systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eTechnology enthusiasts exploring token distribution, cryptographic consensus, and the foundational mechanics of the new digital economy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen Armstrong\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prominent cryptocurrency educator, investor, and digital finance advocate known for breaking down complex blockchain mechanics into highly accessible content. \u003cstrong\u003eRaoul Pal\u003c\/strong\u003e, who provides the foreword, is a globally recognized macroeconomic expert and former hedge fund manager who actively champions the adoption of digital assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; font-size: 1.25em; margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAccolades \u0026amp; Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eRegarded as a highly anticipated and essential guide within the digital asset community, this text is celebrated for delivering a comprehensive, hands-on framework that effectively bridges the gap between traditional finance and modern cryptocurrency markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"Book\",\n    \"name\": \"Catching Up to Crypto: Your Guide to Bitcoin and the New Digital Economy\",\n    \"author\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Person\",\n      \"name\": \"Ben Armstrong\"\n    },\n    \"contributor\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Person\",\n      \"name\": \"Raoul Pal\"\n    },\n    \"isbn\": \"9781394158744\",\n    \"numberOfPages\": \"224\",\n    \"publisher\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n      \"name\": \"John Wiley \u0026 Sons, Inc.\"\n    },\n    \"datePublished\": \"2023-02-09\",\n    \"bookFormat\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/Hardcover\",\n    \"inLanguage\": \"English\",\n    \"description\": \"Discover Catching Up to Crypto by Ben Armstrong. 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