Ethereum Papers

Why the Blockchain Matters

Ki Chong Tran

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Ethereum Papers Limited
20 January 2025

Finance; Distributed databases

Crypto could be the most important technology you don't trust.

Crypto isn't magic. It's math. It's culture. It's a coordination machine. In the right hands, it's a way to resist, to create, and to agree on what's real.

In Ethereum Papers, Ki Chong Tran, an early Ethereum investor and user, shares what's kept him in the space for more than a decade: the stories, the ideals, and the relentless push for decentralization.

Through sharp, accessible essays, you'll learn:

Why Ethereum matters even if you never buy a token How decentralization makes power slippery, neutral, and fair Why NFTs are more than overpriced JPEGs How unstoppable rules can build more trust than any middleman

This isn't a how-to guide. It's a why-you-should-care conversation about one of the most important - and misunderstood - technologies of our time. Whether you're a skeptic, a creative, or just crypto-curious, Ethereum Papers is your inside pass to the ideals driving the blockchain movement.

Smart, accessible, and just a little subversive.

By: Ki Chong Tran
Imprint: Ethereum Papers Limited
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 77g
ISBN: 9798218588946
Pages: 58
Publication Date: 20 January 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ki Chong Tran was born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County. He bought his first bitcoin in 2013 and was one of the first investors in Ethereum during the 2014 crowdsale. He's written for Gemini and Decrypt, and has worked for the Ethereum Foundation.

Reviews for Ethereum Papers: Why the Blockchain Matters

An engaging read beyond technology: a vision for the future ""A smooth and engaging read, packed with insightful reflections and quotes. Written by an insider, this brief excursus explores the core battles the Ethereum community has been fighting for years, without falling into the superficiality that often dominates public discussions on blockchain and cryptocurrencies. More than just technology, the book reveals the deeper ideals driving this movement, showing how its ambitious vision aims to reshape society at a fundamental level. I particularly recommend it to those who want to understand what the real ideals behind the Ethereum project are and how impactful they might be, without technicalities."" - Omar Desogus, Blockchain Engineer ""Fantastic! Ethereum Papers captures both the history and the idealism of Ethereum in a way that anyone can understand. A must-read for those curious about why blockchains matter."" - Jenna Didier, Artist & Founder of Materials & Applications