What is Ethereum 2.0 and why does it matter?

Quick summary: What’s this booklet about?

Dear reader,

Ethereum is the one cryptocurrency that forever changed the use-case of the blockchain technology. Even if you are relatively unfamiliar with the crypto-ecosystem, you have probably heard of Ethereum, the number two and perhaps most popular cryptocurrency after Bitcoin.

Blockchain technology has changed the way all global markets operate. From banking, fintech, agriculture, all the way to Healthcare, is leaving no stone unturned in terms of stepping up different industries in the global economy. But what is Ethereum, anyway? What is the difference between Ethereum and Ethereum 2.0, and does it matter?

If you are not a fan of extended definitions packed with technical terms in the cryptocurrency space, then this issue is just for you! We intend to explain what Ethereum is, how it works and how it fits into the grand scale of the crypto world… all in plain English! So grab a seat as we are sure you will enjoy this short and fascinating journey.

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I De Hoon
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By reading this book, you will learn:

1. Introduction

• 1.1: What ethereum is and how it works
• 1.2: Ethereum and ethereum 2.0

2. Ethereum ‘killers’

• 2.1: Polkadot
• 2.2: Binance smart chain
• 2.3: Solana
• 2.4: Cardano

3. Trading and investing

• 3.1: Trading
• 3.2: Investing

4. The cryptocurrency market

• 4.1: Market trends

5. New projects

• 5.1: Chainguardians.Io
• 5.2: Plasma.Finance
• 5.3: Beyond.Finance
• 5.4: Sigmadex

6. Conclusion