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"I’ve read several books on the topic and have to say that I have heard blockchain explained in the context of bitcoin several times. This, to me at least, makes it incredibly difficult to explore its applications outside of the financial sector. Bitcoin is great and all, but “Blockchain†is what makes it great and not the other way around and this is arguably the best book I’ve read in the context of blockchain.
The first part was quite information heavy, but I am now comfortable with some technical aspects of the technology that seemed way to complicated to me before. Being able to comfortably distinguish between different consensus mechanisms is something I didn’t think I would be able to. Just for that, I would say the book is worth it. I also really enjoyed the gained insights that most “flaws†associated with networks like the bitcoin network (i.e. energy usage), need be associated with the PoW consensus algorithm and not the network itself. This makes clear that these issues can be remedied with the simple upgrade of one of the technical components.
Part two was my least favorite of the three parts even though I gained some valuable insights from it. Mainly, that the origins of the technology reach back much farther than the conceptualization of Bitcoin in 08. This is one of the major flaws of many books detailing the origins of blockchain. If you only talk about it in the context of bitcoin, you miss the fact that the concepts surrounding the technology have been around for nearly 40 years. Not just 10. This book didn’t make that mistake. The second part focuses on the history and origin of the technology extensively, but only scrapes the surface of the current state of the industry and technology, in addition to the hurdles of regulation that need to be overcome in the future. I am assuming that the author did this due to the rapidly changing nature of the industry. It wasn’t specifically what I was looking for in the book so it didn’t bother me much.
The third part was my favorite. The examples and applications that the author explores are simultaneously real and accessible while also showcasing the grandiose potential impact of blockchain. I need to praise him for that. There are numerous mentions of current, real-world examples. He has the ability to use the progress and development of specific aspects of the technology over the past years as a foundation for his arguments which he extends into the future and combines with insightful quotes and anecdotes to draw a vibrant landscape of futuristic applications. A truly autonomous organization, on all levels, not just the labor. An international education database that tracks progress throughout a profession. He also provides a utopian vision of a decentralized society which I quite enjoyed. The political philosophies he mentions were unexpected but enjoyable nonetheless.
I must say, I wholeheartedly recommend this book. It is provocative in its insights and breathtaking in its implications.
Well done, dear author."
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Blockchain Maximalist The Very Structure of Society is About to Change On the economical political and societal relevance of the decentralizing technology that underlines Bitcoin and Ethereum eBook Luis Wester Reviews
- This is not about blockchain alone it is a political statement. One which I disagree with and would have not bothered with the book if he had stated it to start with. After reading it I even disagreed further. Most tech changes society in some way but this is not about society advancing, in my opinion this is about going backward to a failed style of society. However, I will be fair and say this is only my views and opinion. Conservatives might want to save their money.
- I read and enjoyed the entire introduction before buying the book, so I knew what I was getting myself into. Luis’ views closely resemble my own and so do the political philosophies he details. The book provided several new and interesting insights to me. I have never thought of blockchain as a solution to fake news and “trumpian†politics and couldn’t have imagined its ability to provide a solution to public surveillance and indirect democracies. Overall, I am far more optimistic about blockchain now and will recommend Blockchain Maximalist to all those seeking new insights about its applications. Additionally, if you are looking for a detailed and encompassing technical foundation - Part 1 will serve as just that. I recommend!
- I’ve read several books on the topic and have to say that I have heard blockchain explained in the context of bitcoin several times. This, to me at least, makes it incredibly difficult to explore its applications outside of the financial sector. Bitcoin is great and all, but “Blockchain†is what makes it great and not the other way around and this is arguably the best book I’ve read in the context of blockchain.
The first part was quite information heavy, but I am now comfortable with some technical aspects of the technology that seemed way to complicated to me before. Being able to comfortably distinguish between different consensus mechanisms is something I didn’t think I would be able to. Just for that, I would say the book is worth it. I also really enjoyed the gained insights that most “flaws†associated with networks like the bitcoin network (i.e. energy usage), need be associated with the PoW consensus algorithm and not the network itself. This makes clear that these issues can be remedied with the simple upgrade of one of the technical components.
Part two was my least favorite of the three parts even though I gained some valuable insights from it. Mainly, that the origins of the technology reach back much farther than the conceptualization of Bitcoin in 08. This is one of the major flaws of many books detailing the origins of blockchain. If you only talk about it in the context of bitcoin, you miss the fact that the concepts surrounding the technology have been around for nearly 40 years. Not just 10. This book didn’t make that mistake. The second part focuses on the history and origin of the technology extensively, but only scrapes the surface of the current state of the industry and technology, in addition to the hurdles of regulation that need to be overcome in the future. I am assuming that the author did this due to the rapidly changing nature of the industry. It wasn’t specifically what I was looking for in the book so it didn’t bother me much.
The third part was my favorite. The examples and applications that the author explores are simultaneously real and accessible while also showcasing the grandiose potential impact of blockchain. I need to praise him for that. There are numerous mentions of current, real-world examples. He has the ability to use the progress and development of specific aspects of the technology over the past years as a foundation for his arguments which he extends into the future and combines with insightful quotes and anecdotes to draw a vibrant landscape of futuristic applications. A truly autonomous organization, on all levels, not just the labor. An international education database that tracks progress throughout a profession. He also provides a utopian vision of a decentralized society which I quite enjoyed. The political philosophies he mentions were unexpected but enjoyable nonetheless.
I must say, I wholeheartedly recommend this book. It is provocative in its insights and breathtaking in its implications.
Well done, dear author. - I wasn’t looking for a technical explanation so I skipped some parts here and there. I wanted to explore applications of the technology and thats what I got in part 3 of the book. The applications ranged from a distributed company to private surveillance and even self-governance. It’s more than I was expecting and for that, I recommend this book. 5 Stars.
- Start to finish a complete explanation. From the technicalities of how blockchain functions, to a historically accurate timeline, and several interesting applications. If you want to read a single book about the topic. Make it this one
- Definitely worth a read. A renewed sense of enthusiasm for blockchain emerged in me while reading this book. There were several concepts I have not yet been confronted with in the space, which was refreshing. Luis has a distinct take on several aspects of the technology and, in my mind, will be right up there with Andreas, Saifedean, and the Tapscotts, before too long.
- Label me a blockchain maximalist. Cause now I am one.
