Blockchain technology transforms token economies by enabling new forms of value creation, exchange, and governance. Blockchain empowers individuals and organizations to issue, manage, and trade digital tokens without relying on traditional methods. This shift enables innovative economic models, from decentralized finance and digital collectibles to tokenized real-world assets, while also raising important questions about regulation, scalability, and long-term sustainability. As token economies evolve, understanding blockchain's role becomes essential for future digital markets and ownership. The Impact of Blockchain in Token Economies explores how blockchain technology transforms ownership, value exchange, and financial systems through tokenization. It examines real-world applications, regulatory challenges, and future implications across industries, from finance and supply chains to art and identity management. This book covers topics such as data privacy, ethics and law, and micro-credentials, and is a useful resource for business owners, economists, engineers, academicians, researchers, and scientists.
Kaur, Guneet: - Guneet Kaur is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in both industry and academia. As an editor at Cointelegraph, she is committed to empowering DeFi, crypto, and blockchain enthusiasts with great insights. Additionally, she has been actively involved in academia, co-editing books and authoring book chapters, published by IGI Global. She has also served as an assessor for blockchain courses by The Economist, and as head coach for blockchain and crypto-related courses by the Institute for Management Development. With a background in financial technology, corporate finance, and investment management, Guneet brings a unique perspective to the fields of blockchain and cryptocurrencies. She holds an MSc in Financial Technology (Fintech) and MBA in Finance & Marketing, as well as certifications in AML FinTech Compliance, Banking and Credit Analysis, and Capital Markets and Securities Analysis. Guneet's passion for education and professional development is evidenced by her involvement in multiple blockchain-related initiatives, as well as her work as a mentor and coach. She is a sought-after speaker and has presented at conferences and events worldwide.
Lekhi, Pooja: - Pooja Lekhi (Ph.D.) is a proficient professional with over nine years of experience in teaching and research within the business administration field, specializing in finance. She currently holds the positions of Vice Chair in the Department of Quantitative Studies and finance professor at University Canada West. Backed by a strong academic foundation and a comprehensive grasp of effective pedagogical and assessment methodologies, she adeptly communicates intricate technical and financial concepts with clarity. Her instructional responsibilities embrace both management and finance courses. She possesses a Ph.D. in business administration (finance) and a master's in business administration (finance) from Punjab Technical University in India. Her contributions numerous published research articles, magazine pieces, and book reviews. Moreover, she's frequently cited in various international media outlets, including Express.co.uk, capital.com, and currency.com. Her research interests span analyzing asset quality management practices in banks, evaluating banks' loan and investment portfolios, along with exploring cryptocurrencies and financial technologies.
