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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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Crypto Basics
Stablecoins vs Flatcoins: Should the Crypto World Be Flat?
Stablecoins reduce volatility but lose to inflation; flatcoins attempt to maintain purchasing power via algorithmic supply adjustments tied to inflation rates.
By Werner Vermaak
1 week ago
6m
Easy
Crypto Basics
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Timeline: Key Dates for BTC and ETH Spot ETFs
With Bitcoin surging past $35,000 and Ethereum above $1,800, the crypto market is highly anticipating the approval of the first Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETF in the United States.
By Daniel Phillips
1 month ago
3m
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Crypto Basics
What Is MiCA? The EU’s New Crypto-Asset Regulatory Framework
MiCA is a framework developed to standardize the regulation of crypto-asset markets within the European Union.
By Daniel Phillips
1 month ago
5m
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Crypto Basics
Alternative Crypto Hardware Wallets
We take a look at some alternative cold wallets in the market, besides the usual suspects of Ledger and Trezor.
By Daniel Phillips
1 month ago
5m
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Crypto Basics
What Is On-Chain Analysis? How To Analyze On-Chain Crypto Data
Learn how to analyze on-chain crypto data to better understand transaction patterns, perform fundamental analysis and identify trends in the crypto ecosystem.
By Daniel Phillips
1 month ago
5m
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Crypto Basics
The Case for a 2024 Bull Run
Could we witness a crypto bull market next year?
By Daniel Phillips
2 months ago
5m
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Crypto Basics
What Is MetaMask Snaps?
MetaMask has recently released a feature that could dramatically increase the functionality of the popular crypto wallet. Learn more about how it works!
By 0xKira
2 months ago
4m
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Crypto Basics
Bitcoin Spot vs Futures ETF: What’s the Difference?
Not all Bitcoin ETFs are created equal. We break down the differences between spot and futures Bitcoin ETFs including how they track BTC price, fees, risks and more.
By Daniel Phillips
2 months ago
4m
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Crypto Basics
Bitcoin Halving History: A Look Back in Time
Bitcoin halvings - slashing rewards and generating FOMO since 2012. So many "bubble bursting" predictions, so little accuracy.
By Yousra Anwar Ahmed
2 months ago
10m
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Crypto Basics
What Is a DeFi Wallet and How To Choose the Right One
Find out how to choose the right DeFi wallet for your needs with our comprehensive checklist. Keep your assets secure and protected.
By Werner Vermaak
2 months ago
7m
Easy
Crypto Basics
What Is Blockchain Network Congestion?
Learn about blockchain network congestion, its causes and consequences in this article. Discover how layer 2 protocols, sharding and other solutions can solve the blockchain congestion issue.
By Ivan Cryptoslav
3 months ago
4m
Easy
Crypto Basics
The Story of Crypto & CoinMarketCap: How Far We’ve Come
CMC turns 10! On this occasion, let's take a trip down memory lane and explore the significant moments that shaped the crypto landscape!
By CoinMarketCap
3 months ago
21m
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Crypto Basics
Why Is Bitcoin Down Today?
Not sure what triggered the sell-off today? Here are some theories that emerged to explain the volatility!
By Yousra Anwar Ahmed
3 months ago
2m
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Crypto Basics
What Is Unibot? Rise of Telegram Bots
Telegram bots are all the hype lately — with Telegram trading bot, Unibot, leading the pack. Explore what telegram bots are and how they work!
By Daniel Phillips
4 months ago
6m
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Crypto Basics
NFTs and the Gaming Skins Market
Gaming skins and NFTs are a contentious topic within the $250 billion gaming industry — but will gamers, and gaming studios, be better off if gaming skins implement NFT tech?
By Will Kendall
4 months ago
12m
Easy
Crypto Basics
Ripple Wins Against SEC! What's Next?
Ripple's legal victory could pave the way for regulatory clarity and compliance in the crypto market, but critics expect SEC to appeal this ruling.
By Ivan Cryptoslav
4 months ago
5m
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Crypto Basics
Part 3: Legal Disputes and Drama - Craig Wright's Continuing Bitcoin Controversy
In the last part of this series, we take a look at Craig Wright's attempt to prove he is Satoshi Nakamoto, and his past, and ongoing, legal disputes.
By Will Kendall
4 months ago
49m
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Crypto Basics
Part 2: Bitcoin's Genesis - Exploring Craig Wright's Alleged Role as Satoshi Nakamoto
In part two of this series, we explore Craig Wright's ATO investigations, outing as Satoshi by Wired and Gizmodo, and how the crypto world reacted.
By Will Kendall
4 months ago
38m
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