Distributed Ledger Technology

Distributed ledger technology, the backbone of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, extends far beyond the realm of digital currencies. At its core, DLT is a novel method of recording and sharing data across multiple sites, countries, or institutions, securely and without the need for a central authority. This technology promises to usher in a new era of transparency, security, and efficiency, with the potential to disrupt traditional business models and redefine the concept of trust in a digital world.
This book begins with the fundamentals, introducing readers to the concept of distributed ledgers and how they differ from traditional databases and centralized systems. It explains the key features of DLT, including immutability, decentralization, and consensus mechanisms, making these complex topics accessible to beginners and intriguing for tech enthusiasts. Distributed ledger technology, the backbone of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, extends far beyond the realm of digital currencies.
At its core, DLT is a novel method of recording and sharing data across multiple sites, countries, or institutions, securely and without the need for a central authority. This technology promises to usher in a new era of transparency, security, and efficiency, with the potential to disrupt traditional business models and redefine the concept of trust in a digital world. This book begins with the fundamentals, introducing readers to the concept of distributed ledgers and how they differ from traditional databases and centralized systems.
It explains the key features of DLT, including immutability, decentralization, and consensus mechanisms, making these complex topics accessible to beginners and intriguing for tech enthusiasts.