Mastering Crypto Assets - by Martin Leinweber & Jörg Willig & Steven A Schoenfeld (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A definitive, all-encompassing book on digital assets of all types for investors

In Mastering Crypto Assets: Investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum and Beyond, a team of seasoned investors and digital asset strategists presents a comprehensive guide aimed at institutional and professional investors for integrating crypto assets into traditional portfolios. The book offers in-depth explanations of the structure of this new asset class and its impact on investment portfolios.

It guides readers on using fundamental and quantitative criteria to select blockchain-based assets, grounded in a robust foundation of knowledge and evidence. The authors demonstrate how to apply quantitative valuation concepts to digital assets like Bitcoin, understanding their role as digital stores of value in a traditional investment portfolio.

The book also delves into the unique risk and return characteristics of various digital asset sectors, adapting conventional investing methods to the digital realm. It goes beyond direct crypto asset investments, introducing related equities and strategies for accessing digital assets in restricted settings. It discusses both indexed and active strategies in the context of crypto assets.

A key feature of the book is exclusive interviews with industry figures such as Jan van Eck (VanEck), Peter L. Brandt (Legendary Trader), and Fred Thiel (Marathon Digital), with these interviews accessible through QR codes in the book for extended video content. This provides a dynamic and interactive learning experience.

Moreover, the book benefits from invaluable research assistance from Figment and CCData, enriching its analytical depth. It also includes insightful guest articles from digital asset experts like Matthew Sigel (VanEck), Marco Manoppo (Digital Asset Research), Marcel Kasumovich (Coinbase Asset Management), Timothy Peterson (Cane Island Digital Research), Gregory Mall and Rohan Misra (AMINA), and thought leaders from Token Terminal.

Mastering Crypto Assets is an invaluable resource not just for institutional and individual investors, but for anyone keen on adopting a sound, evidence-based approach to digital asset investment.

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Praise for MASTERING CRYPTO ASSETS

"VanEck follows a macro investing philosophy, always asking what political, economic and technological forces will affect portfolios. For us, it is foundational to study blockchains and Bitcoin and their effect on portfolios. This book contributes to that inquiry in a practical and useful way."
--Jan van Eck, CEO, VanEck

"The authors cut through the noise with precision, presenting an unflinching view of crypto assets as a tangible component of modern investment portfolios. This book is a must-read for anyone committed to fully understanding the risks and rewards of digital asset investing."
--Peter L. Brandt, Legendary Trader

"Mastering Crypto Assets is perfectly named. Investors aiming to understand everything from the history of crypto assets to asset allocation have guidance from a team with a wealth of experience."
--Eric Peters, CEO and CIO, Coinbase Asset Management

"In Mastering Crypto Assets, the authors brilliantly break down complex topics such as crypto valuations, staking, allocation strategies, and crypto risk management. Institutional investors have long needed a book that demystifies digital assets - this is that book."
--Jason Yanowitz, Co-Founder, Blockworks Group

About the Author

MARTIN LEINWEBER, CFA, is a Digital Asset Product Strategist at MarketVector Indexes, offering product development, research, and thought leadership. Before joining MarketVector, Martin was instrumental in managing active funds for large European institutional investors.

JÖRG WILLIG serves as the Head of Portfolio Management at a renowned private bank and has over two decades of experience managing funds for both institutional and private clients. He oversees the development of systematic investment strategies that encompass fixed income, equity, and real assets portfolios.

STEVEN SCHOENFELD is the CEO of MarketVector Indexes, a leading global index and data provider for equities, fixed income, and digital assets. He has 40 years of experience working in the investment management industry, including senior fiduciary positions at Northern Trust and Barclays Global Investors, and led the development of investable emerging market indexes at IFC/World Bank.