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A comprehensive and authoritative exploration of Bitcoin and its place in monetary history When a pseudonymous programmer introduced “a new electronic cash system that’s fully peer-to-peer, with no trusted third party” to a small online mailing list in 2008, very few people paid attention. Ten years later, and against all odds, this upstart autonomous decentralized software offers an unstoppable and globally accessible hard money alternative to modern central banks. The Bitcoin Standard analyzes the historical context to the rise of Bitcoin, the economic properties that have allowed it to grow quickly, and its likely economic, political, and social implications. While Bitcoin is an invention of the digital age, the problem it purports to solve is as old as human society itself: transferring value across time and space. Author Saifedean Ammous takes the reader on an engaging journey through the history of technologies performing the functions of money, from primitive systems of trading limestones and seashells, to metals, coins, the gold standard, and modern government debt. Exploring what gave these technologies their monetary role, and how most lost it, provides the reader with a good idea of what makes for sound money, and sets the stage for an economic discussion of its consequences for individual and societal future-orientation, capital accumulation, trade, peace, culture, and art. Compellingly, Ammous shows that it is no coincidence that the loftiest achievements of humanity have come in societies enjoying the benefits of sound monetary regimes, nor is it coincidental that monetary collapse has usually accompanied civilizational collapse. With this background in place, the book moves on to explain the operation of Bitcoin in a functional and intuitive way. Bitcoin is a decentralized, distributed piece of software that converts electricity and processing power into indisputably accurate records, thus allowing its users to utilize the Internet to perform the traditional functions of money without having to rely on, or trust, any authorities or infrastructure in the physical world. Bitcoin is thus best understood as the first successfully implemented form of digital cash and digital hard money. With an automated and perfectly predictable monetary policy, and the ability to perform final settlement of large sums across the world in a matter of minutes, Bitcoin’s real competitive edge might just be as a store of value and network for the final settlement of large payments―a digital form of gold with a built-in settlement infrastructure. Ammous’ firm grasp of the technological possibilities as well as the historical realities of monetary evolution provides for a fascinating exploration of the ramifications of voluntary free market money. As it challenges the most sacred of government monopolies, Bitcoin shifts the pendulum of sovereignty away from governments in favor of individuals, offering us the tantalizing possibility of a world where money is fully extricated from politics and unrestrained by borders. The final chapter of the book explores some of the most common questions surrounding Bitcoin: Is Bitcoin mining a waste of energy? Is Bitcoin for criminals? Who controls Bitcoin, and can they change it if they please? How can Bitcoin be killed? And what to make of all the thousands of Bitcoin knockoffs, and the many supposed applications of Bitcoin’s ‘block chain technology’? The Bitcoin Standard is the essential resource for a clear understanding of the rise of the Internet’s decentralized, apolitical, free-market alternative to national central banks.

Si deseas aprender a usar y abusar de la lógica, este libro es para ti. Las falacias son trucos de persuasión y manipulación intelectualmente indefendibles, y pueden ser devastadoramente peligrosas cuando somos víctimas de ellas, o poderosas herramientas cuando las usamos a nuestro favor. Los argumentos están en todas partes. Enciende el televisor y sin duda te encontrarás con algún político dando una perorata acerca de por qué debes votar por él. Comienzas a ver los comerciales y un anuncio te promete que si utilizas aquel desodorante las mujeres caerán a tus pies. Apagas el televisor para cenar con tu familia y sin duda alguien comenzará a decirte por qué su opinión es la correcta y la tuya la incorrecta. Tal vez ya seas consciente del poder de la argumentación, y simplemente deseas evitar ser engañado por alguien con mayor manejo de la lógica. En este libro encontrarás una larga lista de ejemplos reales de usos y abusos de la lógica. Todo el mundo, desde nuestros parientes hasta nuestros compañeros de trabajo, tiene un gran interés en convencernos de teorías que pueden ser falsas, o que van en contra de nuestros propios intereses ¿Cómo vas a ser capaz de mantener a estas personas a raya si no eres capaz de darte cuenta de que estás siendo engañado? Aprender las reglas y las tácticas de la argumentación es una habilidad esencial de la vida, como aprender a escribir y leer. Es cierto, hasta ahora has podido sobrevivir sin ser un maestro de la argumentación, pero si lo fueras tu vida probablemente mejoraría sustancialmente. Aunque es imposible establecer reglas claras sobre cómo refutar a cada argumento que enfrentes, la lectura de este libro te dirá qué falacias debes buscar y te proporcionará consejos útiles para contrarrestar los argumentos de tu oponente. En “Falacias lógicas: Aprende a ganar cada argumento mediante el uso y abuso de la lógica” encontrarás las 59 falacias más comunes y poderosas explicadas de manera sencilla y con ejemplos. El dominio de esta habilidad puede tomar tiempo y esfuerzo, pero el libro que estás sosteniendo en tus manos es sin lugar a dudas el mejor lugar posible para comenzar. Con cada página que leas de este libro mejorará considerablemente tu razonamiento y la forma en que tomas decisiones.

Primer volumen de la serie Mundodisco de Terry Pratchett. En un mundo plano sostenido por cuatro elefantes impasibles -que se apoyan en la espalda de una tortuga gigante- habitan los estrafalarios personajes de esta novela: un hechicero avaro y torpe, un turista ingenuo cuyo fiero equipaje le sigue a todas partes sostenido por cientos de patitas, dragones que solo existen si se cree en ellos, gremios de ladrones y asesinos, espadas mágicas, la Muerte y, por supuesto, un extenso catálogo de magos y demonios... En esta serie de novelas se dan cita todos los temas y situaciones del género fantástico, vistos a través del personalísimo y corrosivo sentido de la comicidad de un autor inglés que se ha convertido en uno de los escritores de humor de mayor éxito y fama en el mundo. La crítica ha dicho... «Un consejo. Id a vuestra librería de confianza, pedid un libro de Terry Pratchett y abríos una nueva puerta que os llevará a un mundo de carcajadas, de ironía, de frases lapidarias, de intrigas y de amores. ¡Bienvenidos al Mundodisco!» El País «Brillante, ingenioso e hilarante.» Washington Post

MÁS DE 10 MILLONES DE DESTROZADORES EN TODO EL MUNDO. Puede que seas un experto destrozador y que hayas devorado uno o varios ejemplares de Destroza este diario. O tal vez esta sea tu primera vez (pst, puede que esta experiencia te cambie la vida). Sea como sea, no busques más, has encontrado el libro perfecto para destrozar. Te presentamos el nuevo Destroza este diario, ¡ahora en una impresionante edición a todo color! Dentro encontrarás retos para pintar, romper, transformar y dar rienda suelta a tu creatividad; una mezcla de tus retos favoritos y otros completamente nuevos. Destroza este diario. Ahora a todo color te invita a destrozar en colores: mezcla pinturas para crear barro, deja que la suerte elija el tono, recorta tiras de papel de brillantes colores, y mucho más. ¿Qué colores usarás para destrozar tu diario?

El Gran Secreto siempre ha estado presente de forma fragmentada en las tradiciones orales, en la literatura, en las religiones y en las distintas filosofías de todos los tiempos. Por primera vez, todos esos componentes se ha reunido en una increíble revelación que transformará la vida de todo aquel que la experimente. En este libro aprenderás a utilizar El Secreto en todos los aspectos de tu vida: dinero, salud, relaciones, felicidad y en todas tus interacciones con el mundo. Empezarás a entender el poder oculto y sin explotar que hay en tu interior. Esta revelación te aportará felicidad en todas las áreas de tu vida. El Secreto encierra la sabiduría de los grandes maestros actuales, hombres y mujeres que lo han utilizado para conseguir salud, fortuna y felicidad. Han aplicado el conocimiento de El Secreto y nos revelan increíbles historias de curaciones, de generación de grandes riquezas, de superación de obstáculos y de conseguir lo que muchos calificarían de imposible.

Look at these mamas and their babies in a book that’s indestructible!   Who snuggles in the sunshine? Mama kangaroo and her joey! Who swims side by side? Mama duck and her duckling! Who hugs in the moonlight? Mama and her owlet!   Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies “read” (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: * Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material * Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! * Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading * Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel * Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards

This book is an introduction to privacy in the digital age. There are cracks it today's surveillance systems that can be learnt by privacy-conscious people. This book aims to teach you about some of the highest impact things you can do to begin your privacy journey. It’s important to understand that each layer of privacy you add isn’t bulletproof, but we’ll show you how to layer solutions, to give yourself the best possible chance to maintain your privacy in the digital age. This isn’t a computer science book. We’re not going to dive into the nitty gritty complexities of how computers work. But we are going to give you enough information that you can make more informed decisions in your life. This book is not to persuade you to stop using certain products and services, it’s to make you aware of how these products and services might be harming you, so that you can make your own decision about what’s best for your life. This way we can be more empowered human beings. Empower yourself. Reclaim your privacy in the digital age.

From a former senior advisor to Senator John McCain comes an urgent wake-up call about how new technologies are threatening America's military might. For generations of Americans, our country has been the world's dominant military power. How the US military fights, and the systems and weapons that it fights with, have been uncontested. That old reality, however, is rapidly deteriorating. America's traditional sources of power are eroding amid the emergence of new technologies and the growing military threat posed by rivals such as China. America is at grave risk of losing a future war. As Christian Brose reveals in this urgent wake-up call, the future will be defined by artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and other emerging technologies that are revolutionizing global industries and are now poised to overturn the model of American defense. This fascinating, if disturbing, book confronts the existential risks on the horizon, charting a way for America's military to adapt and succeed with new thinking as well as new technology. America must build a battle network of systems that enables people to rapidly understand threats, make decisions, and take military actions, the process known as "the kill chain." Examining threats from China, Russia, and elsewhere, The Kill Chain offers hope and, ultimately, insights on how America can apply advanced technologies to prevent war, deter aggression, and maintain peace  

This classic text is annotated to update Graham's timeless wisdom for today's market conditions... The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century, Benjamin Graham, taught and inspired people worldwide. Graham's philosophy of "value investing" -- which shields investors from substantial error and teaches them to develop long-term strategies -- has made The Intelligent Investor the stock market bible ever since its original publication in 1949. Over the years, market developments have proven the wisdom of Graham's strategies. While preserving the integrity of Graham's original text, this revised edition includes updated commentary by noted financial journalist Jason Zweig, whose perspective incorporates the realities of today's market, draws parallels between Graham's examples and today's financial headlines, and gives readers a more thorough understanding of how to apply Graham's principles. Vital and indispensable, this HarperBusiness Essentials edition of The Intelligent Investor is the most important book you will ever read on how to reach your financial goals.

Ethereum represents the gateway to a worldwide, decentralized computing paradigm. This platform enables you to run decentralized applications (DApps) and smart contracts that have no central points of failure or control, integrate with a payment network, and operate on an open blockchain. With this practical guide, Andreas M. Antonopoulos and Gavin Wood provide everything you need to know about building smart contracts and DApps on Ethereum and other virtual-machine blockchains. Discover why IBM, Microsoft, NASDAQ, and hundreds of other organizations are experimenting with Ethereum. This essential guide shows you how to develop the skills necessary to be an innovator in this growing and exciting new industry. * Run an Ethereum client, create and transmit basic transactions, and program smart contracts * Learn the essentials of public key cryptography, hashes, and digital signatures * Understand how "wallets" hold digital keys that control funds and smart contracts * Interact with Ethereum clients programmatically using JavaScript libraries and Remote Procedure Call interfaces * Learn security best practices, design patterns, and anti-patterns with real-world examples * Create tokens that represent assets, shares, votes, or access control rights * Build decentralized applications using multiple peer-to-peer (P2P) components

This is the classic exposé of the Fed that has become one of the best-selling books in its category of all time. Where does money come from? Where does it go? Who makes it? The money magician's secrets are unveiled. Here is a close look at their mirrors and smoke machines, the pulleys, cogs, and wheels that create the grand illusion called money. A boring subject? Just wait. You'll be hooked in five minutes. It reads like a detective story - which it really is, but it's all true. This book is about the most blatant scam of history. It's all here: the cause of wars, boom-bust cycles, inflation, depression, prosperity. Your world view will definitely change. Putting it quite simply, this may be the most important book on world affairs you will ever read. The 5th Edition includes a no-holds barred analysis of bank bailouts that are shown to be nothing less than legalized plunder of the people. Many other updates have been added, including a revision to the list of those who attended the historic meeting at Jekyll Island where the Federal Reserve was created.

The new book from one of TIME's 2021 most influential people Author was in Forbes 30 Under 30 Hall of Fame "A crucial contribution to development of a new technology that will impact all of our lives.” –Laura Shin, host of the Unchained podcast and author of The Cryptopians: Idealism, Greed, Lies, and the Making of the First Big Cryptocurrency Craze “Vitalik Buterin is one of the most influential creators of our generation....Like most of his work, it is sure to become a must-read.”–Camila Russo, author of The Infinite Machine, founder of The Defiant The ideas behind Ethereum in the words of its founder, describing a radical vision for more than a digital currency—reinventing organizations, economics, and democracy itself in the age of the internet. When he was only nineteen years old, in late 2013, Vitalik Buterin published a visionary paper outlining the ideas behind what would become Ethereum. He proposed to take what Bitcoin did for currency—replace government and corporate power with power shared among users—and apply it to everyday apps, organizations, and society as a whole. Now, less than a decade later, Ethereum is the second-most-valuable cryptocurrency and serves as the foundation for the weird new world of NFT artworks, virtual real estate in the metaverse, and decentralized autonomous organizations. The essays in Proof of Stake have guided Ethereum’s community of radicals and builders. Here for the first time they are collected from across the internet for new readers. They reveal Buterin as a lively, creative thinker, relentlessly curious and adventuresome in exploring the consequences of his invention. His writing stands in contrast to the hype that so often accompanies crypto in the public imagination. He presents it instead as a fascinating set of social, economic, and political possibilities, opening a window into a conversation that far more of us could be having. Media scholar Nathan Schneiderprovides introductions and notes.