The world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology is rapidly evolving, and understanding the history, key players, and pivotal moments in this space is crucial for anyone in the field. “BitFlyer,” part of the “Bitcoin History” series, offers a comprehensive deep dive into the rise of BitFlyer, one of the most influential exchanges in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. This book goes beyond just the history of BitFlyer; it connects the evolution of this platform to major events in the Bitcoin and cryptocurrency worlds. Whether you're a professional, an undergraduate or graduate student, or simply an enthusiast or hobbyist of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, this book provides valuable insights. With a balanced approach, it takes the reader through the milestones and challenges of the cryptocurrency industry, offering detailed overviews of major players, events, and concepts. You’ll learn about the pioneers, innovations, and even the controversies that have shaped the crypto space
BitFlyer-The rise of BitFlyer, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, and its role in the adoption of Bitcoin
History of bitcoin-A look back at the creation and evolution of Bitcoin, setting the foundation for the cryptocurrency movement
Cryptocurrency-Explores the broader concept of cryptocurrency, including its development and diverse use cases beyond Bitcoin
CoinDesk-Analyzes the role of CoinDesk in the development of cryptocurrency media and its impact on the market
Blockchain analysis-Examines blockchain analysis techniques, helping readers understand how transactions are tracked and verified
BitMEX-Focuses on BitMEX, a major trading platform known for its role in derivative trading and crypto speculation
Blockchain-dot-com-Discusses Blockchain-dot-com, one of the leading platforms offering wallets, explorers, and other services in the blockchain space
Arkham Intelligence-Explores the role of Arkham Intelligence in analyzing blockchain data and providing insights into market behavior
Coinbase-Covers Coinbase's journey from a simple exchange to a publicly traded company, reshaping the mainstream crypto landscape
Kraken (cryptocurrency exchange)-Examines Kraken’s evolution as a major cryptocurrency exchange and its contribution to global crypto trading
Bitcoin Cash-A deep dive into the fork that created Bitcoin Cash, its goals, and the ongoing debate around scalability
Paxos Trust Company-Describes the significance of Paxos in the creation of stablecoins and its relationship to the crypto regulatory environment
Circle (company)-Analyzes the rise of Circle and its contributions to digital finance, focusing on its role in stablecoin innovation
Mt. Gox-Recounts the infamous collapse of Mt. Gox, highlighting the risks and challenges faced by early crypto exchanges
Coincheck-Explores the Coincheck hack, its impact on the crypto community, and lessons learned in terms of security
Cryptocurrency and crime-A candid look at the intersection of cryptocurrency and criminal activities, including money laundering and cybercrime
Blockstream-Examines Blockstream’s contributions to Bitcoin’s scalability and the development of the Lightning Network
Transaction malleability problem-Describes the transaction malleability issue and its role in the early development of Bitcoin’s protocol
Cryptocurrency exchange-An exploration of cryptocurrency exchanges-how they work, their role in the ecosystem, and their regulation
Bitcoin-A comprehensive overview of Bitcoin’s history, technology, and its impact on global financial systems
ShapeShift-Discusses ShapeShift's innovative approach to cryptocurrency exchange without the need for user accounts