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Decentralized Finance : The Technology-First Revolution in Private Banking - Patrick Schueffel
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Decentralized Finance

The Technology-First Revolution in Private Banking

By: Patrick Schueffel, Floyd Dcosta

Paperback | 13 November 2026 | Edition Number 1

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This book traces the evolution of banking from traditional private wealth management to the modern era of decentralized finance (DeFi). It introduces core concepts of blockchain, smart contracts, and digital assets, positioning DeFi as a parallel financial system. The text explores the convergence of DeFi and private banking, offering strategic guidance for financial institutions to responsibly navigate this transformative landscape, focusing on innovation, compliance, and risk management.

The book's key topics are structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of the shift to a decentralized financial system. It begins with the historical evolution of banking, setting the stage for how technology has continually reshaped the industry. A foundational chapter demystifies blockchain technology, explaining concepts like immutability and smart contracts to ground readers in the technical principles of DeFi. The narrative then moves to the specifics of DeFi, unpacking key mechanisms like automated market makers and liquidity pools. A pivotal section explores the intersection of DeFi and private banking, outlining practical use cases like decentralized lending for high-net-worth individuals. Finally, the book addresses the critical challenges of regulatory compliance and offers strategic guidance for executives, providing a roadmap for institutional readiness and digital transformation.

The primary target audience is practitioners and executives. The content is tailored to help financial and technology professionals understand, evaluate, and integrate DeFi into their operations.

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