Today we are going to look at some of the best books about blockchain, cryptocurrency, and the metaverse.
You may have heard of blockchain and cryptocurrency, but struggle to understand it. It’s pretty complicated!
Books can help us understand anything, and that’s why reading about blockchain can help you figure it all out.
The problem is there are tons of books about blockchain, and not enough time to read them all. We’re going to make it easy on you, you don’t have to read them all.
In this post, we are going to take a look at some of the best books for learning about blockchain. These are the books worth reading.
Blockchain Revolution by Don and Alex Tapscott
One of the best books to learn about blockchain is Blockchain Revolution by Don and Alex Tapscott. This father and son duo wrote the book to explain blockchain in simple terms. Blockchain is complicated, but this book makes it less so, and that is why it’s on the top.
Blockchain Revolution gets into the very basics of how a blockchain works at the core. It is especially simple when you get down to it, but can be used in the most complex ways.
Blockchain is the newest technological revolution that is more than just some digital currency. Blockchain will have a big impact, and the authors explain why. Don and Alex deep dive into all the benefits of blockchain, why you should care, and why it is better and more secure than traditional money.
If you’re looking for a book to learn about blockchain and cryptocurrency, Blockchain Revolution is the book for you.
The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains by Antony Lewis
Next, we have The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains by Antony Lewis. He is an expert on crypto and blockchain after founding his own cryptocurrency exchange. He wrote the book in order to give people a better understanding of the technology.
This book is perfect for anyone looking to learn the basics, even if you know absolutely nothing about blockchain going in. The way he is able to break down the processes on blockchain in a simple way means that even a toddler could understand it. Okay, maybe not a toddler, but definitely your dog!
Antony does get into the aspects of cryptocurrency, just like Blockchain Revolution, but only briefly. He mainly sticks to blockchain, its impact, and how we can use it in our day to day lives.
Blockchain Basics by Daniel Drescher
Officially known as Blockchain Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction in 25 Steps, this book was written by Daniel Drescher. This is another book to learn about blockchain basics, but it takes an interesting approach.
In this book you will learn blockchain in 25 basic steps. It’s extremely easy to follow since Daniel doesn’t use any code or crazy mathematical formulas or weird words no one actually knows the meaning to. You don’t need to know anything about computer science, data security, or cryptography.
One great thing about the book is Daniel often explains the blockchain technologies using metaphors and analogies. There’s even pictures for the people who don’t like to read so much!
With the simple and easy ways Blockchain Basics teaches you, I think this is one of the best books for learning about blockchain.
Cryptoassets by Chris Burniske and Jack Tatar
Cryptoassets by Chris Burniske and Jack Tatar finally gets away from blockchain technology and into the topic of cryptocurrency. If you’re looking to learn about technology, try another book. This one is more for someone who would like to learn about the money side of crypto.
Since this is for those who are just getting into cryptocurrency or thinking about getting some, it’s written in simple, digestible terms and doesn’t drag on anything.
Cryptoassests starts off with explaining how cryptocurrency came to be and why it got invented in the first place. I’ll give you a hint, it’s because of the 2008 financial crisis. The first cryptocurrency was Bitcoin.
Many people have already heard of Bitcoin. It’s digital money that can be sent and received, kind of like a Venmo transaction. But did you know there are thousands of other cryptocurrencies that all have their own uses beyond sending money? You would if you had read this book.
Bitcoin Billionaires by Ben Mezrich
Bitcoin Billionaires by Ben Mezrich tells the story of Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss. These identical twin brothers had a legal battle with Mark Zuckerburg over Facebook while they were all in Harvard together. Maybe you recognize their names from the popular movie The Social Network?
After their legal battle they wanted to invest in other companies, but they found that no one would accept their money because they didn’t want to end up like Mark Zuckerburg. That’s when the brothers ran into someone who told them all about Bitcoin, a weird internet money. They were sold!
Bitcoin Billionaires takes some crazy twists and turns until the day the Winklevoss brothers became the first Bitcoin billionaires in 2017. Visit the Silk Road, talk to Satoshi Nakamoto, and find yourself in the SEC building.
Maybe you won’t learn too much about crypto or blockchain with this book, but you’ll definitely be taken on an adventure through the history of Bitcoin.
The Truth Machine by Michael J. Casey and Paul Vigna
The Truth Machine: The Blockchain and the Future of Everything by Michael J. Casey and Paul Vigna brings us back to learning about blockchain. But instead of the technology, we get a look at all the things it can possibly do to help humanity.
Michael and Paul believe that blockchain has the power to help the average person take back their privacy, data, assets, and identities. Right now they think that the big banks have way too much power over you. That’s where blockchain steps in.
They explain that blockchain will help everyone in the world. It will allow billions of people into the global economy, and allow cheap and secure transfers of money across borders. No longer will people need bank accounts, and those who don’t have access to a bank account will be able to safely store money.
But that’s not all! Blockchain will help out tons of different industries including technology, shipping, real estate, legal, and many more.
However, they know that blockchain isn’t going to take over the world in just one night. They explain how they believe blockchain will eventually replace the traditional systems, and bypass all the special interests that look to stop it.
Books About The Metaverse
These are the best books if you are looking to learn more about the metaverse. The metaverse is quite new, so there aren’t too many books to choose from.
The Metaverse by Matthew Ball
The Metaverse: And How It Will Revolutionize Everything was written by Matthew Ball. He published the book in 2022. It is about 352 pages long.
The Metaverse is currently the best book about the metaverse. Many people don’t actually understand what the metaverse really is. They immediately jump to thinking that it’s stupid before they look at all the potential possibilities.
Let’s just say the potential is kind of limitless.
Some of the biggest companies are already dabbling in the metaverse. Facebook literally changed their name to Meta so they could be the first ones into this new world. Others like Roblox, Epic Games/Fortnite, and Minecraft are themselves part of the metaverse.
It’s even shaping how the US, European, and Chinese governments choose their new policies. Is the metaverse really this important?
That’s exactly what The Metaverse is here to teach us. Matthew Ball teaches us how the metaverse, basically a network of 3D worlds that are connected like the internet, will revolutionize the future, and even impact the physical world. It’s not just science fiction anymore.
There is a ton of information in this book including descriptions of the metaverse and how it will work, predictions on the future of the metaverse, how blockchain will be involved, what types of applications we will see, and much more.
It’s not far off to understand that soon we will be working, playing, and relaxing in the metaverse.
Step into the Metaverse by Mark van Rijmenam
Step into the Metaverse: How the Immersive Internet Will Unlock a Trillion-Dollar Social Economy by Mark van Rijmenam is another great book about the metaverse. This one was published recently in 2022, and is 256 pages long.
This book about the metaverse focuses more on how it will change society and the economy as the physical and digital worlds blend together. This will impact everyone from people to society to government to companies.
Step into the Metaverse gets into detail about a few important things regarding the metaverse. Mark van Rijmenam goes over the details of Web 3.0 and how it will protect us from data harvesting by Big Tech.
We also get a glimpse at the massive potential the Metaverse has to revolutionize entertainment with gaming, music, media, interactive movies, and more. He even believes it will change how everyone works and communicates.
He doesn’t just make it out to be puppies and unicorns though. There are definitely some problems with the metaverse and the author addresses those too. He talks about mental health, hacking, imposters, state surveillance, and how we will need to police the metaverse.
Overall, it’s a great book with lots of interesting predictions on where the metaverse is headed.