Ammous then attended the American University of Beirut, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, followed by a Master’s in Development Management from the London School of Economics.

Ammous argues that Bitcoin, with its limited supply and permissionless nature, represents the most advanced form of money and a viable alternative to inflation-prone fiat currencies.

[5] The book has attracted endorsements from high-profile individuals, such as Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy, who has credited it as a major influence on his company’s decision to adopt a Bitcoin standard.

Congressman Warren Davidson praised The Bitcoin Standard as “one of the best books in recent memory,” further reflecting the influence of Ammous’s work on policy discussions.

Critics argue that his analysis does not fully address Bitcoin’s technical challenges, such as scalability and energy consumption, and that it oversimplifies complex economic issues.