Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It

Blockchain Radicals explores how blockchain and crypto have been overrun by unscrupulous marketing, theft, and scams, but it shows how these new tools can be used to challenge capitalism and build a better world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2023
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

Over the past decade, blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies have emerged as a novel realm for political engagement. However, it is unsurprising that the crypto space has also been plagued by unscrupulous marketing, theft, and scams. While the problem is indeed real, it is important to recognize that it is not a new phenomenon. Capitalism has played a significant role in undermining the integrity of cryptocurrencies. Nevertheless, this should not be the end of the story. Blockchain Radicals provides a comprehensive exploration of how this has occurred and offers practical solutions for restoring the integrity of cryptocurrencies. The book covers a wide range of topics, including how Bitcoin saved WikiLeaks, decentralized finance, worker cooperatives, the environmental impact of Bitcoin and NFTs, and the crypto commons. By demonstrating how these new tools can be utilized to challenge capitalism and create a better world for all, Blockchain Radicals offers a valuable perspective for both individuals who have never owned a cryptocurrency and those who are actively building their own decentralized applications.

While cryptocurrencies are often associated with unrestrained capitalism, Blockchain Radicals showcases how the technology can and has been employed for more radical purposes, transcending individual profit and towards collective autonomy. The book emphasizes the importance of decentralization, transparency, and security in the crypto ecosystem and provides insights into the potential benefits and challenges of adopting decentralized technologies.

In conclusion, Blockchain Radicals is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the potential of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology to transform society. By offering a comprehensive exploration of the past, present, and future of cryptocurrencies, the book provides valuable insights into how these technologies can be used for more radical purposes and towards the creation of a better world for all.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 215 x 135 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914420856
Edition number: New ed