Marco Di Maggio 
Blockchain, Crypto and DeFi [PDF ebook] 
Bridging Finance and Technology

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Unlock the future of finance with Blockchain, Crypto, and De Fi

Step into the realm of blockchain and cryptocurrency like never before with Blockchain, Crypto, and De Fi: 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 De Fi 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.

Table of Contents

Chapter One: Chain Reactions: From Basement Miners to Blockchain Revolutionaries

Chapter Two: Ethereum: The “Windows” to the Blockchain Universe – Now Loading Smart Contracts and Oracle Magic

Chapter Three: Beyond Ethereum: A Gas-Guzzling Escape to the Holy Grail of Scalability

Chapter Four: Riding the Crypto Rollercoaster: How Stablecoins Keep Their Cool

Chapter Five: The CBDC Saga: Rewriting the Rules of Money

Chapter Six: Money Grows on Distributed Trees: The De Fi Forest of DAOs and DApps

Chapter Seven: The AMM Time machine: Back to the Future of Finance

Chapter Eight: Liquidity Pools: Dive Deep into the Ocean of De Fi (Lifebuoys Not Included)

Chapter Nine: The Tokenization Transformation from Wall Street to Your Street

Chapter Ten: Digital Da Vincis: The Renaissance of Art in the Age of NFTs

Chapter Eleven: Regulatory Framework: Work in Progress

Chapter Twelve: Beyond HODL: Mastering the Art and Science of Crypto Trading

Chapter Thirteen: Game Over for Bankers: The Unlikely Rise of Sofa-Surfing Capitalists

Chapter Fourteen: Branding on the Block: How Blockchain Is Redefining Connections in the Web3 Era

Chapter Fifteen: When HAL Meets Satoshi: Merging Minds and Money on the Blockchain

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Preface vii

Acknowledgments xv

Chapter 1 Chain Reactions: From Basement Miners to Blockchain Revolutionaries 1

Chapter 2 Ethereum: The “Windows” to the Blockchain Universe—Now Loading Smart Contracts and Oracle Magic 57

Chapter 3 Beyond Ethereum: A Gas- Guzzling Escape to the Holy Grail of Scalability 107

Chapter 4 Riding the Crypto Rollercoaster: How Stablecoins Keep Their Cool 181

Chapter 5 The CBDC Saga: Rewriting the Rules of Money 223

Chapter 6 Money Grows on Distributed Trees: The De Fi Forest of DAOs and DApps 259

Chapter 7 The AMM Time Machine: Back to the Future of Finance 309

Chapter 8 Liquidity Pools: Dive Deep into the Ocean of De Fi (Lifebuoys Not Included) 361

Chapter 9 The Tokenization Transformation from Wall Street to Your Street 399

Chapter 10 Digital Da Vincis: The Renaissance of Art in the Age of NFTs 445

Chapter 11 Regulatory Framework: Work in Progress 493

Chapter 12 Beyond HODL: Mastering the Art and Science of Crypto Trading 529

Chapter 13 Game Over for Bankers: The Unlikely Rise of Sofa-Surfing Capitalists 577

Chapter 14 Branding on the Block: How Blockchain Is Redefining Connections in the Web3 Era 617

Chapter 15 When HAL Meets Satoshi: Merging Minds and Money on the Blockchain 661

About the Author 703

About the Companion Website 705

Index 707

Over de auteur

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 Ph D in Economics from MIT.
A foremost expert on Fin Tech 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.

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