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by David Utzke (Author)
Discover how distributed ledger technologies work under the hood and learn how to identify those that are actually cryptographically secured and decentralized
In The Digital Asset Technology Guidebook: Deciphering the Keys to Crypto, Blockchain, and Decentralized Finance, certified blockchain developer and a Vice President of Emerging Technology Integration and Cybersecurity, Dr. David Utzke, delivers an authoritative and well-organized discussion of how to understand the architectural components inside distributed ledgers. In other words, this book shows you how to understand the real-world risks of exploitation in digital assets minted in Layer 2 ("smart") contracts.
You'll learn how to identify the developer team behind specific contracts and determine whether cryptography actually exists as a component in the "crypto" asset. You'll also discover which technological features and capabilities are most likely to result in vulnerabilities to bad actors.
Inside the book:
- A taxonomical description of digital assets, as well as insights into hundreds of distributed ledger architectures
- A guide to identifying assets developed on non-distributed ledger platforms
- The technical information you need to confidently navigate the world of distributed ledger and blockchain technologies
Perfect for academics and researchers studying and teaching distributed ledger technology and digital asset coding and security, The Digital Asset Technology Guidebook is also a must-read for financial crime analysts, law enforcement personnel investing financial and cyber crimes, attorneys, investors, and fund analysts and managers.
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In The Digital Asset Technology Guidebook: Deciphering the Keys to Crypto, Blockchain, and Decentralized Finance, Dr. David Utzke delivers an authoritative and up-to-date discussion of the architectural components that make up distributed ledgers. He draws on decades of experience working with digital assets, distributed networks, and data ledger frameworks to clearly explain the real-world risks posed by the exploitation of digital assets minted in Layer 2 ("smart") contracts.
Utzke describes how to identify the developer team behind specific contracts and determine whether the "crypto" asset actually relies on cryptographic technology. You'll learn how to figure out which technological features and capabilities are most likely to create the kinds of vulnerabilities often exploited by bad actors. You'll also discover how to understand the taxonomical description of digital assets and how to categorize hundreds of different kinds of distributed ledger architectures.
The Digital Asset Technology Guidebook is your guide to identifying assets developed on non-distributed ledger platforms and contains the technical information you need to navigate the rapidly evolving distributed ledger and blockchain ecosystems. In addition to distributed ledger design typologies and alternative ledger technology structures, the book discusses the history of distributed ledger technology architectural primitives, how distributed ledgers are designed and how they provide transparency, the fundamentals of distributed ledger stacks, and more.
Perfect for researchers, academics, and educators working in the fields of distributed ledger technologies, digital asset coding, and blockchain security, the book is also a must-read for financial crime analysts, law enforcement personnel investing financial and cybercrimes, attorneys, investors, fund analysts, and fund managers.
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Praise For THE DIGITAL ASSET TECHNOLOGY GUIDEBOOK
"This is an excellent introduction to the key architectural elements to consider in the practical design of a digital asset management system, focusing on security, compliance and governance... Dr. Utzke is a seasoned, pragmatic expert in both the mechanics of the technology as well as understanding of how to make a system bulletproof secure."
--MYRON S. KARASIK, MSEE, MBA, CPA, CMC (retired), A. Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, Marquis Who's Who; developed and deployed a number of innovative distributed processing systems, systems QA and security specialist
"Like most of the work I have read from Dr. Dave Utzke, upon reviewing Chapter 4 on 'Alternative Architectural Structures' in his text I found so many questions being answered. This book is necessary for anyone in the digital asset space. It will inform you on the specific applications of this technology and enlighten you to the many myths and mischaracterizations found in this space. Have you ever questioned the actual cryptography in cryptocurrency? You will get your answers here. You will likely be surprised, and once that surprise settles, you will be relieved you have this text to stop you from being wrong in the future. This will be your reference guide for everything in digital assets."
--ANGELO FLOIRAN, PhD, University Professor
"Dr. David Utzke has been incredibly valuable in contributing subject matter expertise to the ACFE's development of materials related to digital assets over the last 5 years, and I can't imagine a more knowledgeable authority when it comes to explaining in-depth technical or general guidance related to digital assets. He has enhanced many anti-fraud and other risk management professionals' understanding of this technology, which is one of the most important and impactful technology trends in the 21st century."
--MASON WILDER, CFE, Research Director, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
"In an industry filled with noise, Dr. Dave stands out for his unparalleled knowledge of crypto, and his ability to cut through complexity with clarity and wisdom. I'm thrilled that readers will now have access to the insights I've been fortunate to receive firsthand. Over our years of collaboration, he has been both mentor and friend--someone whose deep understanding of blockchain technology is matched only by his ability to convey thoughts and ideas clearly."
--GREG FAVITTA, COO, MyKey, Inc.
Author Biography
DAVID UTZKE is a Distributed Ledger Digital Asset Engineer and AI Engineer serving as CEO/CTO of a research and development company integrating quantum resistant and cybersecurity components into enterprise systems. He's an expert in digital assets, XR, artificial intelligence technologies, economic game theory, and quantum cryptography. He has decades of experience in distributed ledger heuristic and forensic scientific methods.
