The Emerald Handbook of Blockchain for Business - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 183982199X ISBN 13: 9781839821998

Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited, 2021

Synopsis

Although an emerging technology, blockchain is here to stay. Since its inception, imaginative thinkers have identified new ways for this powerful technology to bring innovative solutions to problems in the business world. Considered by many as an extreme and disruptive change, how can business leaders overcome resistance to the implementation of blockchain solutions and maximize its potential?

The Emerald Handbook of Blockchain for Business equips academics, practitioners, and students with a broad understanding of the cutting-edge developments and applications of emerging blockchain technology. Covering the basic concepts while also showcasing practical applications in intricate real-world situations, this handbook bridges the gap between theory and practice, providing a useful balance of detailed and user-friendly coverage. Facilitating readers with a working knowledge of how blockchain functions and integrates within the business world, this handbook is essential reading for academics looking for a springboard for further research and practitioners needing a go-to resource for navigating the implementation of this fast-moving new technology.

About this title

About the Author

H. Kent Baker, DBA, PhD, CFA, CMA, is a University Professor of Finance in the Kogod School of Business at American University, USA. Professor Baker is an award-winning author and editor and one of the most prolific finance academics. 

Ehsan Nikbakht, DBA, CFA, FRM, is the C.V. Starr Distinguished Professor of Finance and International Financial Services at Hofstra University, USA. He received a Stessin Prize for 'Outstanding Scholarly Publication.'

Sean Stein Smith, DBA, CPA, CGMA, CMA is an Assistant Professor of Business and Economics at Lehman College, City University of New York, USA. Professor Smith has published widely on blockchain and cryptoassets.

Edition details

• Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 183982199X
• ISBN 13: 9781839821998
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 464
• Editor: Baker H. Kent, Nikbakht Ehsan, Stein Smith Sean