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Call for Chapters: The Impact of Blockchain in Token Economies

Editors

Guneet Kaur, University of Stirling, United Kingdom
Lorena Nessi, Fairleigh Dickinson University, United Kingdom
Pooja Lekhi, University Canada West, Canada

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: April 20, 2025
Full Chapters Due: August 3, 2025
Submission Date: August 3, 2025

Introduction

Blockchain technology has revolutionized the financial and economic landscape by introducing tokenization—a process that transforms real-world and digital assets into blockchain-based tokens. This shift has given rise to a new paradigm in economic systems, known as token economies, where ownership, exchange, and governance of assets operate in a decentralized and programmable manner. This book, The Impact of Blockchain in Token Economies, explores the foundational principles, infrastructure, economic dynamics, regulatory aspects, and practical applications of tokenization across various sectors. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how blockchain-based token economies are reshaping industries, financial markets, and governance structures. With growing adoption in finance, supply chains, intellectual property, and identity management, tokenization represents a transformative force that challenges traditional financial models. The book aims to provide a structured and in-depth understanding of this emerging ecosystem, examining its theoretical underpinnings, technological enablers, and macroeconomic implications.

Objective

The primary objective of The Impact of Blockchain in Token Economies is to offer a comprehensive exploration of how blockchain technology is reshaping economic systems through tokenization. The book aims to provide readers with a clear understanding of the theoretical foundations, technological infrastructure, and economic principles driving tokenized economies. It delves into the role of blockchain as the backbone of tokenization, while also addressing regulatory, governance, and ethical considerations. By examining both theoretical perspectives and practical applications, the book aspires to equip readers with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of tokenized assets, decentralized finance, and digital markets. Additionally, it seeks to foster critical discussions on the future policy implications and macroeconomic impact of token economies.

Target Audience

This book is intended for a wide range of audiences, including academics, industry professionals, and technology enthusiasts. Researchers and students in the fields of blockchain, digital finance, and economics will find valuable insights into the conceptual and practical dimensions of tokenized economies. Financial professionals, including investors, asset managers, and business strategists, can benefit from understanding how tokenization is reshaping financial markets and unlocking new opportunities. Regulators and policymakers will gain a nuanced perspective on the legal and compliance challenges posed by tokenized systems. The book also serves as a guide for blockchain developers, entrepreneurs, and innovators seeking to build token-based platforms or explore decentralized applications. Whether readers are new to tokenization or seeking deeper knowledge, the book provides a structured framework for grasping the transformative impact of blockchain on modern economic systems.

Recommended Topics

Chapter 1: Introduction to Tokenization in Economic Systems Chapter 2: Theoretical Foundations of Tokenized Economies Chapter 3: Blockchain as the Infrastructure for Tokenization Chapter 4: Classification and Taxonomy of Tokenized Assets Chapter 5: Tokenomics: The Economics of Digital Assets Chapter 6: Regulatory Considerations and Legal Frameworks Chapter 7: Tokenization of Real-World Assets: Theoretical and Practical Perspectives Chapter 8: Financial Market Integration and the Rise of Tokenized Securities Chapter 9: Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Tokenized Lending Models Chapter 10: Token Governance and the Emergence of DAOs Chapter 11: Identity in the Token Economy – Decentralized and Self-Sovereign Solutions Chapter 12: Intellectual Property and Tokenized Digital Rights Management Chapter 13: Macroeconomic Implications of Tokenized Economies Chapter 14: Risks, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations in Tokenized Systems Chapter 15: Policy Implications and Evolving Role of Tokenized Economies

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before April 20, 2025, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by May 4, 2025 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters of a minimum of 10,000 words (word count includes references and related readings) are expected to be submitted by August 3, 2025, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, The Impact of Blockchain in Token Economies. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global Scientific Publishing specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2026.



Important Dates

April 20, 2025: Proposal Submission Deadline
May 4, 2025: Notification of Acceptance
August 3, 2025: Full Chapter Submission
October 5, 2025: Review Results Returned
November 16, 2025: Final Acceptance Notification
November 30, 2025: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Guneet Kaur University of Stirling editorguneetk@gmail.com Lorena Nessi Fairleigh Dickinson University nessilorena@gmail.com Pooja Lekhi University Canada West poojalekhi1990@gmail.com

Classifications


Business and Management; Computer Science and Information Technology; Security and Forensics; Government and Law; Social Sciences and Humanities
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