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<h4><strong>Explaining this digital currency to family members, many of whom may not be familiar with the intricacies of cryptocurrency, can be challenging. </strong></h4> 
<p>To make your Christmas more enlightening, let’s tackle the top 5 most important questions about Bitcoin, breaking them down into easy words with relatable examples.</p> 
<h5><strong>1) What is Bitcoin?</strong></h5> 
<p>Bitcoin is a digital currency that exists only in electronic form, and it operates on a technology called blockchain. Think of it as a type of money, but instead of being physical coins or bills, it’s all online.</p> 
<p><strong>Example:</strong> Imagine having a wallet on your computer or phone that holds special digital coins – that’s Bitcoin! In the tweet below, you will find a very interesting resource for Bitcoin newcomers.</p> 
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 <p lang="en" dir="ltr">People save money for an entire lifetime and then gamble it way in minutes on assets they barely understand. </p> 
 <p>Want to own bitcoin long term? Do the work. Spend 500 hours on it. <a href="https://twitter.com/saylor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@saylor</a> explained it to me. <a href="https://t.co/M0b1EmiEwN">pic.twitter.com/M0b1EmiEwN</a></p> 
 <p>— The Wolf Of All Streets (@scottmelker) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottmelker/status/1737464835435061524?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2023</a></p>
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<h5><strong>2) How is Bitcoin Different from Regular Money?</strong></h5> 
<p>Help your family understand the distinction between Bitcoin and traditional currency. Unlike money issued by governments (like dollars or euros), Bitcoin is <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/?s=decentralized" target="_blank" rel="noopener">decentralized</a>. No single entity, like a bank or government, controls it. Also, there’s a limited supply of Bitcoin – only 21 million will ever exist.</p> 
<p><strong>Example:</strong> Think of Bitcoin as a global currency that doesn’t belong to any one country. It’s like having special money that everyone can use, and there’s only a set amount of it, making it kind of like a rare treasure!</p> 
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 <p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> explained in 3 minutes <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f440.png" alt="👀" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f64c.png" alt="🙌" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"></p> 
 <p> <a href="https://t.co/A8zp5uZI3c">pic.twitter.com/A8zp5uZI3c</a></p> 
 <p>— Bitcoin News (@BitcoinNewsCom) <a href="https://twitter.com/BitcoinNewsCom/status/1736161448605212743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2023</a></p>
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<h5><strong>3) How Can You Buy Bitcoin?</strong></h5> 
<p>Now, let’s delve into the process of acquiring Bitcoin. There are two main ways – buying it or earning it. People can buy Bitcoin on special websites called <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/?s=exchanges" target="_blank" rel="noopener">exchanges</a>, or they can receive it as payment for goods or services.</p> 
<p><strong>Example:</strong> It’s like buying something with regular money, but online. You can also think of it as getting paid a special kind of money when you do something cool or helpful!</p> 
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 <p>Learn how to earn ~9% BTC rewards by stacking <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24STX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$STX</a>.</p> 
 <p>S/o to all the stackies currently locking +$61M in Xverse pool! <a href="https://twitter.com/Stacks?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Stacks</a> <a href="https://t.co/BhGbEkAv5a">pic.twitter.com/BhGbEkAv5a</a></p> 
 <p>— Xverse – Bitcoin Wallet for Web3 (@xverseApp) <a href="https://twitter.com/xverseApp/status/1738197589571293423?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2023</a></p>
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<h5><strong>4) Why Do People Like Bitcoin?</strong></h5> 
<p>Discuss the reasons people are drawn to Bitcoin. One major factor is its growth potential and the value of Bitcoin can go up over time. Additionally, some people like that it’s not controlled by any single authority, giving them more control over their own money.</p> 
<p><strong>Example: </strong>Imagine you had a magic piggy bank, and every once in a while, the coins inside it became more valuable. That’s like Bitcoin. It has the potential to grow over time, and people like having something they can control without a big boss telling them what to do!</p> 
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 <p lang="en" dir="ltr">~3 years ago, I wrote a thread for people who wanted to learn about <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#bitcoin</a>.</p> 
 <p>Here is an updated version for you to share with friends, family and colleagues.</p> 
 <p>1/ At first glance, smart people think bitcoin is like a ponzi scheme or a bubble. Why? <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f9f5.png" alt="🧵" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"><a href="https://t.co/MMhM1gMSNF">https://t.co/MMhM1gMSNF</a></p> 
 <p>— Joe Burnett (<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f511.png" alt="🔑" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;">)³ (@IIICapital) <a href="https://twitter.com/IIICapital/status/1736397511718207653?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2023</a></p>
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<h5><strong>5) Is Bitcoin Safe?</strong></h5> 
<p>Addressing safety concerns is crucial. While Bitcoin transactions are secure due to the blockchain technology, it’s essential to emphasize the importance of responsible ownership. Explain that it’s like having a <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/?s=wallet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">digital wallet</a>, which it’s safe as long as you keep your passwords and keys secure.</p> 
<p><strong>Example: </strong>Think of your Bitcoin wallet as a super-secret piggy bank. As long as you don’t tell anyone your secret codes, it’s safe. It’s like having a magical piggy bank that only opens for you!</p> 
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 <p lang="en" dir="ltr">How to set up a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#bitcoin</a> wallet explained by the fantastic teacher, <a href="https://twitter.com/BTCsessions?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BTCsessions</a>.<a href="https://t.co/DYf4TBZYM7">pic.twitter.com/DYf4TBZYM7</a></p> 
 <p>— Documenting ₿itcoin <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f4c4.png" alt="📄" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> (@DocumentingBTC) <a href="https://twitter.com/DocumentingBTC/status/1737211811798126667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2023</a></p>
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<h5><strong>Conclusion</strong></h5> 
<p>I think our role is to encourage our family to ask more questions and explore the topic further. With these answers, you will provide them with a simple introduction to Bitcoin. This will make it easier for everyone to understand and spark curiosity about cryptocurrencies.</p> 
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