The Anatomy of the Swipe speaks to software developers and entrepreneurs who are looking at implementing card-based payments for the first time, merchants who want to be able to accept payments for a website or store, or those who want to issue their own debit/credit card. This book walks beginners through modern innovations created because of card-based payments, as well as the motivations and revenue models of each party in the payments ecosystem.

Need to learn blockchain quickly? This crash course will get you up to speed on the basics quickly. This two-in-one audiobook bundle covers all important aspects of blockchain and its applications, especially in cryptocurrency.

How do cryptocurrencies work? Should you invest in them? In this audiobook, Devan Hansel, a tech-investor who has made six figures in profit from trading cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dash, etc., reveals all the fundamentals you need to understand the current market landscape and how it is being revolutionized by cryptocurrency. If you're curious enough to explore the possible options, this audiobook will teach you everything you need to know.

Millions of data enthusiasts from around the world compete on Kaggle, the most famous data science competition platform of them all. Participating in Kaggle competitions is a surefire way to improve your data analysis skills, network with an amazing community of data scientists, and gain valuable experience to help grow your career. The first audiobook of its kind, The Kaggle Book assembles in one place the techniques and skills you'll need for success in competitions, data science projects, and beyond.

The NFT market has exploded over the past years, reaching over $12 billion in sales in 2021, and it’s expected to grow even further. Whether you want to be an investor, creator, or both, you will first need to understand what you’re getting into. For all the press that NFTs get, they’re still widely misunderstood. And that misunderstanding could spell the difference between hitting the jackpot with your NFTs…and losing a lot of money.

I will uncover the secrets that have been locked away in jargon and present you with the entire world of cryptocurrencies. You will not only learn the advantages and long-term benefits, but also the precautions you have to take to avoid the disadvantages. You will be provided with step-by-step instructions and guidance in simple language to never feel overwhelmed with information. In addition, there is an abundance of tricks and tips that you will learn along the way to help you make the best decisions regarding making money.

We're at an inflection point in data, where our data management solutions no longer match the complexity of organizations, the proliferation of data sources, and the scope of our aspirations to get value from data with AI and analytics. In this practical book, Zhamak Dehghani introduces data mesh, a decentralized sociotechnical paradigm drawn from modern distributed architecture that provides a new approach to sourcing, sharing, accessing, and managing analytical data at scale.

In How I Rob Banks: And Other Such Places, renowned ethical hacker FC delivers a gripping and often hilarious discussion of his work: testing the limits of physical bank security by trying to "steal" money, data, and anything else he can get his hands on. In the book, you'll explore the secretive world of physical assessments and follow FC as he breaks into banks and secure government locations to identify security flaws and loopholes.

Crypto and Metaverse are the future of the internet–here’s why and how you can snag a piece of it. A few years ago, no one would have guessed that you could buy, sell, or rent virtual land on the Metaverse. People are becoming rich by investing in cyberland, NFTs, cryptocurrencies, and much more. You are living in a new, glorious era, and you might not have figured out all its features yet. Jump into the online sphere and be a key player in the growth of the future.

In this audiobook, you'll learn how to invest in ICOs, know what ICOs are and how they work, the risks involved in investing in ICOs, general investing principles, cryptocurrency investing strategies, and how to choose ICOs to invest in.

Blockchain technology has taken over the world, well...partially, at least to the point that when Mark Zuckerberg announces his own cryptocurrencies, concerned legal administrators question him for hours, fearing the American dollar will collapse. How do we deal with all of this? I’ll tell you how we will handle this new, potentially permanent trend: We’ll learn about it. If you know what’s going on, you can ride the wave.

Cryptocurrencies are the largest wealth redistribution in history that is just starting to gain attention. This book will tell you all about this new form of digital gold. It will teach you the concepts of cryptocurrency, explain the various associated benefits and risks, and give you tips to follow while investing in cryptocurrencies. Even if you think cryptocurrency is completely overwhelming and confusing, this book breaks everything down into simple, easy-to-understand language.

The purpose of this audiobook is to provide a full perspective of cryptocurrency trading, including how to make money investing in cryptocurrencies and how to know more about the cryptocurrency world. If you want to learn more about cryptocurrencies and whether the opportunity is worth it, then this audiobook will definitely help you make an informed decision!

Go beyond the hype and discover the facts at the core of crypto. By choosing not to participate in crypto at all, you might be missing out on a life-changing opportunity. Blockchain technology is changing the way the world works, and this is only the beginning. You may feel like you missed the bus with crypto, but you still have a chance to get into it and reap the rewards.

Inside, you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about the technology that powers cryptocurrency. You will also learn how to choose the most promising contenders for the next big thing and not lose your shirt while taking advantage of the high degree of volatility the market is currently experiencing. If you want to learn more about cryptocurrencies and whether the opportunity is worth it, then this audiobook will definitely help you make an informed decision!