Chapters Brief Overview:
1: Terra (blockchain): Explains Terra's role in algorithmic stablecoins and its disruption in digital finance.
2: Do Kwon: Profiles the controversial founder and his vision that reshaped and rattled DeFi norms.
3: Coinbase: Details how Coinbase bridges traditional finance with the decentralized economy.
4: Circle (company): Unpacks Circle’s development of USDC and its impact on digital dollar innovation.
5: Iron Finance: Analyzes the protocol’s collapse and lessons on algorithmic stablecoin fragility.
6: Tron (blockchain): Covers Tron’s highspeed blockchain and its positioning in the DeFi and Web3 arenas.
7: OKX: Outlines OKX’s evolution as a crypto exchange influencing DeFi liquidity and adoption.
8: Cryptocurrency bubble: Explores the rise and bursts of crypto hype cycles within decentralized financial systems.
9: Cardano (blockchain platform): Looks into Cardano’s academic approach to DeFi and its secure, scalable design.
10: Decentralized finance: Provides a foundational overview of DeFi’s architecture and transformative goals.
11: Stablecoin: Examines the stability mechanisms and role of stablecoins in DeFi ecosystems.
12: Binance: Charts Binance’s journey as a centralized exchange impacting DeFi accessibility.
13: Tether (cryptocurrency): Delves into Tether’s controversial reserves and dominance as a stablecoin.
14: Justin Sun: Explores Justin Sun’s role in shaping Tron and his bold moves in crypto finance.
15: Cryptocurrency: Defines cryptocurrencies and their foundational place in decentralized systems.
16: USD Coin: Focuses on USDC’s transparency, adoption, and regulatory collaborations.
17: Three Arrows Capital: Analyzes its rise and collapse, offering cautionary insights into DeFi leverage.
18: Hodlnaut: Examines centralized lending within DeFi and the risks of yieldseeking behavior.
19: Solana (blockchain platform): Highlights Solana’s speed and innovation in supporting scalable DeFi apps.
20: Paxos Trust Company: Investigates Paxos’ regulated approach to stablecoins and asset tokenization.
21: Uniswap: Details the automated market maker model and its revolutionary impact on DeFi trading.
Whether you're a student, policymaker, economist, or curious mind, this book reveals the forces reshaping money and power. It’s a deep dive for those who seek to understand not just technology, but its realworld implications in finance and governance.