Out of the Ether
MATTHEW LEISING is a leading blockchain reporter who has been covering the new technology for Bloomberg News since 2015. His mastery of the underlying processes enables him to transform complex themes into simple narratives, whether it's about the connection between blockchain and Wall Street or the numerous frauds and questionable behaviors that plague crypto. Out of the Ether arose from his 2017 Bloomberg Markets Magazine piece "The Ether Thief."
Out of the Ether: Ethereum's Amazing Story and the $55 Million Heist That Almost Destroyed It It All presents the incredible story of the disappearance of $55 million in cryptocurrency ether in June 2016. It also follows the development of the Ethereum blockchain from its inception in the thoughts of founder Vitalik Buterin to the motley crew he collected around him to establish the second-largest crypto world after Bitcoin.
Matthew Leising, a well-known journalist and author, presents the entire tale of one of the most remarkable episodes in cryptocurrency history. He also discusses the aftermath of the robbery, emphasizing the tremendous measures taken by the victims of the theft and the Ethereum creators to mitigate the harm. The book has three covers:
- Ethereum's inception
- An explanation of the blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies
- The exploits of a diverse group of hackers, coders, investors, and robbers
Out of the Ether is a story of genius and greed that is so unbelievable that you may choose not to believe it. It is perfect for anyone with even a passing interest in the world of modern fintech or daring electronic heists. The book is considered one of the best books on cryptocurrency.
Author: Matthew Leising
Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Out-Ether-Amazing-Ethereum-Destroyed-ebook/dp/B08HSRLSCB
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