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To you who only knows Bitcoin and not blockchain
To you who only knows Bitcoin and not blockchain
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Book Introduction
You know about Bitcoin, but not blockchain?
A book for those just entering the world of cryptocurrency.


We hear about Bitcoin every day in the news, but for those unfamiliar with the underlying blockchain technology, here's an easy and engaging introduction to blockchain.
This book, "For Those Who Only Know Bitcoin and Not Blockchain," is a guide that carefully unravels the connection between Bitcoin and blockchain.
Instead of complex technical terms, it uses everyday metaphors and vivid examples to explain why blockchain was created and how it works.
As we uncover the principles behind Bitcoin's value as a currency, its historical background, and its technological secrets, the concept of blockchain will become clearer in your mind.
But the book doesn't stop there.
To answer the question, "What else is blockchain used for besides Bitcoin?", we explore how blockchain is transforming various industries and our daily lives beyond finance.
From the latest cryptocurrency trends to NFTs, DeFi, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), we help you stay ahead of the curve on the topics that are currently trending.
This will enable readers to anticipate and prepare for the future opportunities and changes that blockchain will bring.

Above all, this book shatters the stereotype that “blockchain is a difficult technology.”
Even readers with prior Bitcoin investment or trading experience but lacking technical expertise will be able to explain the core principles of blockchain in their own words by following these helpful explanations.
As if a thick fog is clearing before our eyes, the true nature of blockchain will be revealed, and a bigger picture beyond Bitcoin will begin to emerge.
If you've only been chasing Bitcoin so far, it's time to face the true face of blockchain.
With "For Those Who Only Know Bitcoin and Not Blockchain," you'll move beyond superficial knowledge of cryptocurrency and gain a solid understanding of its principles and insights.
This book guides you through the world of blockchain, the core of future finance and technology. Prepare for the coming changes with a more mature perspective.
Here's the essential first step on your cryptocurrency journey!

index
Recommendation
Introducing Decipher
About the Author
Opening remarks

Part I: Building Blockchain Foundations

Chapter 1: Why is Blockchain Needed?
The misunderstandings and truths contained in 'Coin Handa'
The Cost of Trust and the Paradigm Presented by Blockchain
The emergence of Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency craze
Blockchain, on the table again

Chapter 2: How Blockchain Works: Inside the Technology
Distributed Ledgers and Consensus: Why Data Is Trusted
Public vs. Private Blockchains and Infrastructure
Appendix Monolithic and Modular Blockchains

Chapter 3: The Essence of Cryptocurrency
What is cryptocurrency?
Why We Need It: Economic Security in a Trustless Environment
The Boundaries of Coins and Tokens, and Economic Incentives
Are cryptocurrencies really necessary?
Market Issues: Kimchi Premium, Memecoins, and Bubble Cases

Part II: Philosophy, Governance, and Regulation

Chapter 4: Blockchain Governance: A Trust System Built on Trustlessness
Background on On-Chain Governance
Challenges for Good Governance
Factors that reduce the quality of decision-making
Continuous experimentation in governance
Conflict with regulation? Cooperation?

Chapter 5: Regulation: Transitional Measures for the Revolution
Trustlessness in Blockchain vs. Government and Institutions
Regulations on Blockchain Utilization
A future that will change after regulation

Part III: Practical Uses of Blockchain

Chapter 6: From Payment to NFTs: Blockchain in Real-World Case Studies
Payment and Remittance Innovation: Bitcoin and Stablecoins
Stablecoins: The Beginning of Blockchain Popularization
After the Bubble, NFTs and Gaming
DeFi: The Rise of Decentralized Finance
RWA: Tokenization of Real Assets

Closing remarks.
Why Not Blockchain?
Decipher Society Members Answer: “Why Blockchain?”

Publisher's Review
★★★★★
A must-read for the blockchain era
Insights beyond technology and investment!
A book born from the rave reviews of blockchain experts and investors!


2017, and 2021.
The world has experienced two Bitcoin crazes.
While many people focused solely on the numbers that showed the price going up and down, few understood the true value of blockchain.
But now is the time to look beyond the numbers and see the essence of technology and innovation.
"For You Who Only Know Bitcoin and Not Blockchain" is the result of two years of intense research and writing by Seoul National University's Decipher, Korea's leading blockchain academic organization.
From undergraduate students to master's and doctoral level researchers, experts who have been researching at the forefront of blockchain have gathered together to perfectly capture the fundamental principles of blockchain, cryptocurrency investment strategies, and the latest trends such as Web3 and NFT.

Understand the nature of technology before investing!
Blockchain isn't just a new investment.


It is a core technology of the future society that will bring about a revolution in trust and transparency.
The authors offer insight into the essence of the changes blockchain will bring, providing clear and friendly guidance to help readers accurately understand the future of technology and make wise decisions.
Even before its publication, it received praise from leading experts in the blockchain industry.
It has risen to the top 100 best-selling economics and management books with rave reviews such as, “Most of the talents in the Korean blockchain industry are from Decipher” (Park Gwang-seong, CEO, A41) and “A must-read book before starting blockchain investment” (Cho Jin-seok, CEO, Korea Digital Asset).


The future of blockchain is within reach, and this book is enough!

If you've only ever considered blockchain as a simple investment or speculation, it's time to see its value beyond that.
This book will clearly demonstrate to readers preparing for the future why blockchain is important and what innovations and possibilities it holds.
It will also serve as a guide to help you make sound decisions without being shaken by technological changes.
"If there is a moment in your life when you understand blockchain, it is now.
Discover the true value of blockchain and prepare for the future through this book."
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: March 31, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 256 pages | 145*220*20mm
- ISBN13: 9791198184948
- ISBN10: 1198184949

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