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Crypto News: Bitcoin FUD, Ethereum ATH, & Staking Crypto

For the first time in months the  crypto markets are noticeably down.   Bitcoin had a quick correction to just  below $30,000 and Ethereum, which was   hanging out around its previous all time high,  has given up a...

Alex · 24 January 2021 · 194 · 3

Crypto News: Polkadot flips Litecoin, EOS takes a hit, and Bitcoin bear market???

If you follow the mainstream media for crypto advice, which is not an activity that we would typically recommend, Bitcoin is in a bear market. Never mind that it’s up almost 200% in the last three months, according to them, a quick 25% drawdow...

Alex · 16 January 2021 · 56

What is Litecoin?

Bitcoin’s little brother, the “silver” to Bitcoin’s “gold”, Litecoin has been around for years. Created by Charlie Lee in October 2011, Litecoin aimed to become a lighter version of Bitcoin, hence the name. It was...

Alex · 09 January 2021 · 39 · 2

Crypto News: Bitcoin Flips Visa and Mastercard, Polkadot Flips Bitcoin Cash

The word “anti-fragile” gets thrown around a lot these days. You hear it in podcasts, on the news and in articles. It’s a popular word but if you pay attention you’ll notice that it often gets misused.  Used correctly, an...

Den W. · 02 January 2021 · 144

What is Bitcoin? Bitcoin vs Gold as a Store of Value

For 5,000 years gold has been the world’s most reliable store of value. From the time of Socrates all the way to Snapchat, the shiny yellow rock has done a great job of protecting investor’s money from being inflated away. Like any asset...

Jacob Enderson · 24 December 2020 · 113

What is Bitcoin? An Alternative to the Dollar

Nicaragua. russia. Indonesia. What do  all of these countries have in common?   When their citizens want to save money, they  convert their local currency into dollars. If you’ve travelled anywhere in the developing  wo...

Alex · 22 December 2020 · 54

Crypto News: XRP price spikes, ETH 2.0 reaches 1 billion in locked value

It’s that time of year again, the glorious moment  when Bitcoin breaks its previous all time high and   crypto investors start looking at Lamborghini  color swatches. Heated arguments break out   all over the inter...

Alex · 19 December 2020 · 50

Bitcoin News Today: $20k+ Bitcoin Breakout

 Everyone  is celebrating today, Dec. 16th,   2020 as Bitcoin surges past 20K  - hitting a new all-time high.   And when I say surges, it literally blew past the   last line of resistance and is on its&nbs...

Jacob Enderson · 17 December 2020 · 82

Crypto News: Buy Stocks with Bitcoin, DeFi tokens hit EOS, Canadian dollar moves to Algorand

Another week and another stalwart  institution is buying up Bitcoin.   You know it’s big news when the institution  doing the buying is more than 150   years old! On top of Bitcoin buying we’ve got  lots...

Jacob Enderson · 12 December 2020 · 59 · 1

Best Bitcoin Wallet to keep your Cryptocurrencies safe [2020 Buyer's Guide]

In this article, we're going to look at the top five Bitcoin Wallets available on the market today. We made this list based on our own opinion, research, and customer reviews. We've considered their quality, features, and values when narrowing down t...

Den W. · 28 November 2020 · 153 · 1

What Exactly Is Blockchain?

I’m old enough to remember the year 2017 when bitcoin and blockchain were all the rage. The two were brought up together so often that the technologies seemed almost inseparable. But the two things are not synonymous, and blockchain has potenti...

Alex · 24 September 2020 · 130

Understanding Bitcoin Mining Pools: A Beginner's Guide

Bitcoin mining pools are like teamwork in the world of cryptocurrency. Instead of one person trying to mine bitcoins alone, many people join forces to increase their chances of success. Let's take a closer look at how these pools work and what they...

Dave Barter · 5 hours ago · 1

Exploring Stablecoins and Lightning Network: A Guide to Faster, Easier Crypto Transactions

In the cryptocurrency industry, innovation knows no bounds. Today, we get into an exciting frontier where the worlds of Bitcoin (BTC) and stablecoins converge, particularly exploring the integration of stablecoins on the Lightning Network. This blog...

Bert Beffort · 8 hours ago · 1

Understanding the Mechanics of Bitcoin

In the realm of digital finance, few innovations have captivated the world's attention quite like Bitcoin. Launched in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin introduced the concept of a decentralized, peer-to-peer electronic cash system. Over the years, it has evolved from a niche fascination to a global phenomenon, reshaping our percep...

barish · 8 hours ago · 1

Bitcoin's Journey: From Past to Present in Simple Terms

Exploring the journey of Bitcoin's ascent to the crucial $65,000 level against the Indian Rupee (BTC to INR) unveils a captivating narrative interwoven with historical context and profound market dynamics. From its humble beginnings to becoming a glo...

Bert Beffort · 1 day ago · 1

How do layer 2 solutions contribute to the long-term viability and sustainability of the Bitcoin network?

As the world's first and most prominent cryptocurrency, Bitcoin has faced numerous challenges over the years, with scalability being one of the most pressing. The increasing demand for Bitcoin transactions has led to congestion on the network, resulting in high transaction fees and slow confirmation times. However, Bitcoin layer 2 blockchain soluti...

Zara Zyana · 4 days ago · 1