Sam Thomas

Providing a comprehensive explanation of blockchain, cryptocurrency and the international regulation and challenges that apply, this book introduces the reader to the core topics, including: global regulation of blockchain and cryptoassets; the Internet of Things; the Right to be Forgotten and the right to erasure; environmental, social and governance metrics; smart contracts; initial coin offerings; data protection regulation; Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (‘DAOs’) and the Metaverse. Written by leading UK experts in cyber law, the Second Edition includes: - fungible and non-fungible cryptoassets (‘NFTs’)- remedy and tracing strategies- financial hygiene requirements that flow from anti-money laundering - counter-terrorist financing regulations. Explaining the fundamentals of blockchain and cryptocurrency in an accessible and understandable way, and sparking new thinking about how old problems can be solved in new ways, this book is essential reading for anyone wishing to have a wider understanding of this complex and evolving area of law. This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Cyber Law online service.

"Sam Thomas has given us the fruit of his daily walk and study of the Word of God. It comes from a lifetime of loving service to the people of God. His insights and gentle challenges will lift your spirits in your own walk with the Savior." -Dr. Michael Pocock Senior Professor Emeritus, World Missions Dallas Theological Seminary Life has pinned and bruised me with its sharp arrows mercilessly. If I did not have the Bible insights in my heart, I would have certainly perished like many others. I am almost positive you would also experience such difficult times as life matures and progresses. Listen Nothing lifts the weary and discouraged human spirit like the Bible insights and its guidance & promises. God is the best encourager you would ever find on this planet earth. He is the re-builder of life no matter what you experience. He heals, comforts, grants limitless hope, purpose, and security through the power of His eternal Word-the Bible. The book centers on Gospel and fundamental Bible doctrines for spiritual growth. If it helps someone who looks for encouragement, hope, and purpose amid life's chaos and turmoil, I fulfill the purpose of my life.

The second edition has been fully updated to take into account the major changes and developments in this area since the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulations, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018 and the proposed ePrivacy Regulation.

Sam Thomas's The Harlot's Tale takes readers back to Civil War England in this riveting sequel to The Midwife's Tale, hailed as an "ingenious, fast-paced mystery" by Kirkus Reviews It is August, 1645, one year since York fell into Puritan hands. As the city suffers through a brutal summer heat, Bridget Hodgson and Martha Hawkins are drawn into a murder investigation more frightening than their last. In order to appease God's wrath--and end the heat-wave--the city's overlords have launched a brutal campaign to whip the city's sinners into godliness. But for someone in York, this is not enough. First a prostitute and her client are found stabbed to death, then a pair of adulterers are beaten and strangled. York's sinners have been targeted for execution. Bridget and Martha--assisted once again by Will, Bridget's good-hearted nephew--race to find the killer even as he adds more bodies to his tally. The list of suspects is long: Hezekiah Ward, a fire and brimstone preacher new to York; Ward's son, Praise-God, whose intensity mirrors his father's; John Stubb, one of Ward's fanatic followers, whose taste for blood may not have been sated by his time in Parliament's armies. Or could the killer be closer to home? Will's brother Joseph is no stranger to death, and he shares the Wards' dreams of driving sin from the city. To find the killer, Bridget, Martha, and Will must uncover the city's most secret sins, and hope against hope that the killer does not turn his attention in their direction.