Blockchain, Crypto and Defi: Bridging Finance and Technology

Unlock the future of finance with Blockchain, Crypto, and DeFi

Step into the realm of blockchain and cryptocurrency like never before with Blockchain, Crypto, and DeFi: Bridging Finance and Technology. Crafted by Marco Di Maggio, not just a Harvard Professor of Finance but an esteemed advisor to giants like Coinbase, this is your roadmap from foundational theories to cutting-edge applications. This is far from an academic discourse detached from reality; it seamlessly integrates theory with practice through detailed case studies and practical coding tutorials.

Navigating the digital landscape today demands more than just passing familiarity with the latest technologies. Delving deep into blockchain and cryptocurrencies has become a pivotal skill set for anyone looking to thrive in this constantly shifting digital era. Whether you’re a student aiming for a career in finance and technology, an academic seeking to expand your knowledge base, or a professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, this textbook offers unparalleled insights into the mechanics and implications of blockchain technologies.

What Sets This Book Apart:

• Expertise Beyond the Classroom: Direct from the boards of the crypto world’s titans, this book offers comprehensive coverage ensuring the book stands as an indispensable industry reference.
• Theory Meets Practice: Engage with complex blockchain concepts through practical case studies and coding tutorials.
• Learn, Build, Invest: Equip yourself to navigate the industry as an investor, entrepreneur, or innovator. Master the art of assessing protocols, crafting your own, and seizing opportunities in the blockchain and crypto space.
• Wit Meets Wisdom: Enjoy the journey with a narrative that combines profound insights with a witty tone, ensuring both enlightenment and entertainment.

Blockchain, Crypto, and DeFi is not just a textbook but a journey into the heart of digital finance, marked by Di Maggio’s engaging style and deep expertise. Accompanied by additional online resources, including slide decks and tutorials, this book is your go-to resource and your gateway to mastering the blockchain revolution.

Embark on your blockchain adventure today.

MARCO DI MAGGIO is a Full Professor of Finance at Imperial College Business School, and a faculty research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Before joining Imperial College, he was the Ogunlesi Family Professor at Harvard Business School. He holds a PhD in Economics from MIT.

A foremost expert on FinTech and market strategy, he has collaborated with numerous companies in multiple industries, from consumer lending to asset management and cryptocurrency markets, to raise capital, launch new products, deal with regulatory challenges, leverage customer data and design novel revenue models.

Professor Di Maggio’s current research focuses on how new technologies have disrupted financial markets and its effects on firms and individuals. As a gifted educator he developed courses on technology and finance tailored to MBAs, undergrads and graduate students, as well as, global executives and policymakers at Harvard Business School.

Professor Di Maggio’s work has been published in leading academic peer-reviewed journals such as the American Economic Review and The Journal of Finance, and widely cited by outlets such as the New York Times, Bloomberg, Forbes, The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, among many others.