Crypto Asset Investing in the Age of Autonomy was a Herculean effort.  When the opportunity presented itself for a follow‐up, Jake and I agreed that the only way to do it would be together. To say it's an effort is an understatement and, in accordance with the concept that it takes a village to raise a child, it seems to also take a village to write a book.  With that in mind, there are far too many people who deserve to be acknowledged but we'll do our best below.

Together we would both like to acknowledge the following:

We would like to thank the entire Tradecraft Capital team. You tirelessly shucked and jived, picked up slack, and filled any gaps required in operating our fund while we were furiously putting pen to paper. Carissa Posch and Albert Perez, thank you for all you do in getting our message out to the masses via our newsletters, TikToks, and podcasts. And, to Sofia Koo, for keeping the firm running when we had to focus on the book, thank you so much!

We also want to acknowledge Ron Levy and METal International and the Crypto Roundtable, the group of brothers really helped in our distribution strategy and more.

We would also like to thank Herb Schaffner. Herb, you brought not only wisdom and guidance but also tremendous contribution and encouragement to this work. Herb, brother, you are the best! Thank you!

And we would also love to thank and acknowledge Bill Falloon for his tireless stand for the authors and we really appreciate you!

We would also like to thank Susie Frank for your amazing work in helping us write our vision.

We would like to thank Ric Edelman for your ongoing partnership and for the fantastic Foreword in this book, as well as Don Friedman of DACFP.

We also would like to thank Michael Terpin, for your wisdom and collaboration; John Durrett, for your confidence in what we are creating; and Anurag Shah, for your insight.

We would also like to thank Josh Hong. Josh, you were among the first with whom we collaborated in this space.  We've learned much from you, and you've been a true friend as well as a colleague. Thank you!

In addition to the above, Jake has the following acknowledgments:

I would like to thank, again, my mom, for her support and tireless effort in helping us edit and review the material that goes out. I'd like to thank and acknowledge my ex‐wife Onkar, for her support in raising our beautiful son Rome; and my son, who gives me the inspiration to build a better world for him. And to Ellie Ruple, who is an amazing connector and someone who's helped me get my books in the hands of many influential people.

Finally, James has the following acknowledgments:

I'll start with Jake Ryan. I acknowledge you, Jake. You are truly a thought leader and a visionary, and it has been my absolute honor not only to build Tradecraft with you, but to collaborate on this new tome. You started me on this journey into the world of digital assets – little did I know that we'd be partners and co‐authors. I appreciate and cherish our partnership. Thank you!

I would like to thank my mom, Patricia Diorio. Mom, you not only have given me the gift of life but have always believed in me no matter what. Thank you!

I also thank OJ Zeleny. OJ, you've been a backstop and a grounding rod for many years and have always provided an environment for me to be creative and produce my best. Thank you!

I want to thank my family – my huge extended Italian family (you are too many to name, and you know who you are). You have been with me through the most difficult of times, and I thank you for your steadfast encouragement and staunch support of a lifetime of entrepreneurial musings. Thank you!

I'd like to acknowledge Maureen Charles. Maureen, as an author, coach, and friend, your mentorship has guided me in so many areas of my life, not the least of which is this one. Thank you!

I'd like to extend a special acknowledgment to Sofia Koo – far more than just my life partner, you're an incredible business colleague and a tireless advocate. I'd not be here without you. Thank you.

Finally, I'd be remiss not to acknowledge my late daughter, Bella Diorio. Bella, it was an honor and a privilege to be your dad. You inspired me to be my best in the world and bring that back home to our family. I know you looked at me funny when I started this crazy blockchain journey, but you were an enthusiastic supporter nonetheless. I wish I could have shared more of it with you. I miss you. Thank you for the years we had.