Beyond the Buzzwords: Building a Real Blockchain from First Principles
In this post, I build a simple blockchain in Python, focusing on mining, cryptography and the creation of the first coin.
Joao TeixeiraJune 24Authors
Joao Teixeira
Co-founder & Chief Researcher
I’ve spent over two decades in quantitative finance, leading research and risk at firms like Winton, Aspect, and Solaise Capital. My work focuses on building robust models, analyzing market efficiency, and turning data into practical trading insights.
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