Crypto Basics

All you need to know about the basics of cryptocurrency in one place. Learn how Bitcoin, blockchain and altcoins work, how to actually use them, and why it matters to you.
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What Is Dark Pool Trading?
A comprehensive guide to dark pool trading, a market where smart money trades crypto. Let's find out what it is and how to check its trade orders!
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
4m
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Best Centralized and Decentralized Crypto Exchanges Of 2022
Check out CoinMarketCap Academy's latest list of the best centralized and decentralized crypto exchanges in 2022.
By Andrey Sergeenkov
2yr ago
7m
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How to Connect MetaMask to (Almost) Any Blockchain?
Not sure how to connect your favorite chain to MetaMask? Here is a guide to make the process simple for you! Read more!
By Daniel Phillips
2yr ago
4m
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Cross vs Isolated Margin, Which One Is Better?
The beginner's guide to cross and isolated margins and how to prevent losses on cross margin trades! Read more!
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
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What Is Leverage in Crypto Trading and How to Use It?
Considered a magic tool to multiply your investments by many, here is the beginner's guide to leverage trading in crypto with a list of best platforms you can try out as a newbie!
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
4m
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What Is Quantitative Easing (QE)?
To combat the economic issues triggered by the pandemic, central banks in several countries implemented aggressive monetary policies, one of which is Quantitative Easing. Read more!
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
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A Cheat Sheet to the Best IEO Launchpads in 2022
This week, CoinMarketCap Academy dives into the concept of initial exchange offerings (IEOs) and looks at the best IEO launchpads available in the crypto market. Read more!
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
7m
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All You Need To Know About Solana’s Rising NFT Ecosystem
A look at the Solana NFT ecosystem, the second largest blockchain by NFT sales volume just behind Ethereum.
By Andrey Sergeenkov
2yr ago
5m
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Happy Doge Day!
4/20 means Dogecoin Day! For Doge Day 2022, we have prepared a special little prayer for better times ahead. Read more!
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
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Bitcoin vs S&P 500 – A Comparison
New to financial markets? Not sure what's the most profitable investment option? Here is a detailed and neutral analysis of Bitcoin and S&P 500, an asset class that generates ~10.5% return.
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
5m
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How to Make Money in the Metaverse?
From simply playing games to throwing thousands of dollars to own properties, here is a list of top ways to make money in the metaverse!
By Aden Batool
2yr ago
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How to Read and Analyze a White Paper?
Don't want to be a victim of rug pulls? Read the white paper before investing! Not sure how to analyze a white paper? Let us make it easy for you!
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
8m
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Binance Charity Crypto Card for Ukrainians
Binance announced the launch of a charity crypto debit card for Ukrainian refugees. Read more!
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
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Top Ethereum Killers - A Detailed Comparison
In the race to being an actual Ethereum killer, which project will reach the finish line first? Let's find out!
By Andrey Sergeenkov
2yr ago
6m
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How to Buy Dogecoin in 2022?
New to crypto? Want to buy Dogecoin (DOGE) but no one is helping you out? Here is a short guide to buying your favorite crypto! Read more!
By Hassan Shafiq
2yr ago
5m
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How Can We Achieve Crypto Mainstream Adoption?
Even though institutional investors and countries are taking an interest in crypto, the industry is far from mainstream adoption. What would it take to make it happen? Let's find out!
By Will Kendall
2yr ago
10m
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Crypto Margin Trading in the USA
With a tug-of-war going on between crypto and regulations, margin trading in the US is quite difficult. Here is a guide to simplify the process for the US citizens!
By Lakshman Prabhu
2yr ago
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Trading Futures on Binance: A Complete Guide for Beginners
Not sure how to start trading futures on Binance? Here is a complete guide for beginners with methods and risks!
By Avyan
2yr ago
13m