Step into Cryptoland, a plain‑spoken exploration of the wild frontier where brilliance collides with folly, greed, and utopian dreams. Written by a seasoned financial sector expert, this book unpacks Bitcoin, blockchains, NFTs and the Metaverse in clear, story‑driven language that cuts through jargon and hype. You’ll journey past trillion‑dollar bubbles, the darknet, Bored Apes, to a failed Fijian crypto paradise.
Cryptoland dissects day‑trading fantasies, influencer‑led schemes, DAO governance, and regulatory battles shaping the future of Web3, always asking the uncomfortable question: does any of this truly create value?
Wry, sceptical and meticulously researched, it’s ideal for curious investors, policymakers, and crypto‑enthusiasts who want a candid guided tour rather than a sales pitch.
If you’ve ever wondered whether crypto is revolutionary finance, elaborate casino, or something in between, Cryptoland gives you the tools and the stories to decide for yourself.
Robert W. Smith is an author of eight audio books on Fiji, and lived there between 2022 and 2024. Up to retirement, he worked in International Development as a finance and private sector expert. He has a master's degree from Oxford University where he now lives.