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OverviewAn eye-opening discussion of how to apply new blockchain technologies to realize our digital potential In Zero Knowledge, Infinite Trust, pioneering cryptographer, blockchain innovator, and the co-inventor of the STARK cryptographic system, Eli Ben-Sasson, delivers a deeply insightful discussion of the fundamental values and mathematical foundations on which society’s technological backbone will be built. Skipping the speculative frenzy and political manifestos that characterize much of the popular discussion in blockchain, Ben-Sasson reveals how blockchain’s greatest promise lies in humanity’s timeless pursuit of integrity and trust in digital interactions. The book explains how Zero Knowledge Proofs and STARK technology are solving critical challenges that have prevented truly decentralized networks from achieving mass adoption. It demonstrates how to use these tools to protect privacy, secure personal data and digital identities, ensure election integrity, and address other contemporary threats to safety, security, and wellbeing. Inside the book: A discussion of current technological development in the context of a broader historical context, drawing original insights into how digital trust is evolving today An exploration of how mathematical certainty can replace institutional authority An up-to-date guide to using powerful blockchain technologies to reshape fundamental structures Perfect for tech professionals and enthusiasts concerned about digital privacy, corporate power, and the future of technology, Zero Knowledge, Infinite Trust offers a compelling new perspective on how to achieve the digital future we were all promised and have yet to realize. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eli Ben-Sasson , Nathan JeffayPublisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc ISBN: 9781394373826ISBN 10: 1394373821 Pages: 224 Publication Date: 28 April 2026 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Forthcoming Availability: Awaiting stock Table of ContentsIntroduction xi Chapter 1 Why Blockchain Matters 1 Chapter 2 The Brave New World of Bitcoin 7 Chapter 3 An Overview of Blockchain 17 Chapter 4 Bitcoin's Breakthroughs—and Blockchain's Expansion 27 Chapter 5 Beyond Currency: Blockchain as Infrastructure 37 Chapter 6 Social Media, AI, and the Gig Economy 49 Chapter 7 Roadblocks to Mass Adoption 65 Chapter 8 The Magic of Proofs 71 Chapter 9 Infrastructure for the Unbanked 83 Chapter 10 Blockchain in Practice: Usability, Scaling, and Privacy 89 Chapter 11 Research Springs to Life: From Breakthrough to Blueprint 103 Chapter 12 StarkWare: From Genesis to $8 Billion 117 Chapter 13 The Harshest Critique: Do We Even Need Crypto? 135 Chapter 14 Stablecoins and Meme Coins 141 Chapter 15 The Integrity Web 151 Appendix Questions About STARK Proofs Answered 165 Glossary 179 Notes 183 Acknowledgments 189 About the Authors 193 Index 19ReviewsAuthor InformationELI BEN-SASSON is CEO and co-founder of StarkWare, an $8 billion blockchain technology company, and a pioneering cryptographer who co-invented the STARK cryptographic system—widely regarded as the gold standard solution for blockchain scalability. A co-inventor of the STARK, FRI, and Zerocash protocols and founding scientist of the Zcash Company, he previously held research positions at Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study, Harvard, and MIT, and served as Professor of theoretical computer science at Technion in Israel. NATHAN JEFFAY is a journalist who spent 20 years covering complex topics for mainstream audiences, including Middle East geopolitics during the Arab Spring and the coronavirus pandemic. He applies his expertise in making difficult subjects accessible to illuminate blockchain technology for general readers. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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