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What Is a Self-Custody Wallet: Guide to Crypto Security

What Is a Self-Custody Wallet: Guide to Crypto Security

Have you heard of the expression 'Not your keys, not your funds?' Self-custody wallet gives you full access to your keys and in turn, your funds.

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14 min
27 April 2023
Dogecoin (DOGE) vs. Bitcoin (BTC)

Dogecoin (DOGE) vs. Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin and Dogecoin are two well-known cryptocurrencies in the world of crypto. The former is the biggest cryptocurrency in the world, while the latter is the biggest meme coin.

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14 min
25 April 2023
Best Bitcoin Alternatives: TOP 10 Altcoins to Watch

Best Bitcoin Alternatives: TOP 10 Altcoins to Watch

While Bitcoin remains the largest and most well-known cryptocurrency, there are many other altcoins in the crypto market that are worth watching.

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15 min
20 April 2023
Crypto Wallet vs. Exchange: A Comprehensive Comparison

Crypto Wallet vs. Exchange: A Comprehensive Comparison

Crypto wallets and exchanges are tools for managing digital assets. Wallets are programs or devices that store private keys and public addresses, while exchanges are platforms that facilitate trading.

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14 min
18 April 2023
Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash: What Are the Differences?

Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash: What Are the Differences?

Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash are decentralized digital currencies operating on blockchain technology. However, while they share some similarities, there are also some significant differences between them.

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12 min
14 April 2023
Web2 vs. Web3: Explaining the Difference

Web2 vs. Web3: Explaining the Difference

Welcome to the digital era where the internet is omnipresent and continues to evolve. Each day, newer technologies emerge and transform how we interact online.

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14 min
27 March 2023
Crypto Staking Taxes: How to Report Crypto Rewards on Taxes

Crypto Staking Taxes: How to Report Crypto Rewards on Taxes

Tax season is here, and it's important to understand how to report crypto staking rewards on Taxes. But how are these rewards taxed, and how do you report them?

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12 min
7 March 2023
Ethereum vs. Ethereum Classic: What Are the Differences?

Ethereum vs. Ethereum Classic: What Are the Differences?

Though Ethereum in their names, Ethereum and Ethereum Classic are two separate protocols, each with their blockchain. Both offer smart contracts, decentralized applications, and security, but they differ.

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12 min
13 February 2023
USDT vs. USDC vs. USDD - Difference Between the Stablecoins

USDT vs. USDC vs. USDD - Difference Between the Stablecoins

When we talk about stablecoins, we mean a specific type of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value regardless of the fluctuations in the crypto market.

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12 min
8 February 2023
How to Buy Bitcoin Under 18: The Easiest Way

How to Buy Bitcoin Under 18: The Easiest Way

“There is no rule against children buying cryptocurrencies. With a good knowledge base and support of guardians, minors can make cryptocurrency investments."

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12 min
28 September 2022
Best NFT Games in 2022-2023

Best NFT Games in 2022-2023

NFT games allow for an immersive and player-driven experience, providing a way for players to earn real-world value from their in-game achievements.

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18 min
15 September 2022
10 VPNs You Can Buy With Crypto

10 VPNs You Can Buy With Crypto

Many companies offering VPN services have moved to support cryptocurrency payments. It is the perfect way to stay anonymous while buying a privacy service.

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18 min
20 August 2022
What Is Kusama (KSM) Network?

What Is Kusama (KSM) Network?

Kusama is a network that uses improved governance parameters, which allow it to operate up to 4x faster than Polkadot.

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10 min
20 May 2022
Detailed Guide on Terra LUNA & LUNC

Detailed Guide on Terra LUNA & LUNC

The Terra network grew to be a network that encompasses a suite of applications and protocols. But the network is a hot topic among crypto enthusiasts for various reasons.

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10 min
13 April 2022
XinFin (XDC) Cryptocurrency Review

XinFin (XDC) Cryptocurrency Review

Thanks to a capacity to transfer value across borders at a shorter time period and at a lower cost compared to legacy systems, smart contract blockchains have long been considered to be a disruptive technology for the financial industry. However, most modern blockchain networks are overburdened and have high fees, limiting their opportunities. Fortunately, several high-efficiency platforms have emerged in recent years to tap into this potential to shake up the financial world.

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9 min
28 September 2021
Decred (DCR) cryptocurrency review 2022.

Decred (DCR) cryptocurrency review 2022.

Decred is a cryptocurrency based on Bitcoin's source code (with some modifications) to regulate and reward users who contribute in the blockchain development, and to participate in users’ decisions and changes in the blockchain.

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8 min
27 September 2021
Near (NEAR) coin review 2022

Near (NEAR) coin review 2022

Near coin review article. Read it to learn about Near blockchain details, coin history, how to use NEAR, and where to manage it.

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6 min
15 September 2021
Algorand (ALGO) Coin Review

Algorand (ALGO) Coin Review

Algorand is designed to bridge the gap between traditional finance and blockchain technology and facilitate the future of finance. It is creating next-generation financial protocols and products focusing on scalability, decentralization, and speed. Algorand is solving problems that other competing blockchains are facing. So, let’s dive into the details.

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8 min
10 September 2021
What is Harmony ONE – Everything You Need to Know (2022)

What is Harmony ONE – Everything You Need to Know (2022)

Take a look at our Harmony (ONE) guide. Here you'll learn the project's basics, how & where to buy ONE, how to stake Harmony, and a lot more!

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10 min
3 September 2021
What is Cardano (ADA) Coin & How Does It Work?

What is Cardano (ADA) Coin & How Does It Work?

Cardano Network and ADA coin review. Learn about tech details, history, and the future of Cardano.

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12 min
25 August 2021
What is VeChain (VET)? A guide for beginners (2022)

What is VeChain (VET)? A guide for beginners (2022)

Founded in 2015 VeChain has become a platform that aims to improve and control business processes, supply chain management, and even carbon emissions around the world. There are currently more than 500 firms and enterprises that use the VeChain based solutions, and their number continues to grow. So what is VeChain? Let’s go deeper together!

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12 min
17 August 2021
What is Ontology (ONT) Coin? A Guide for Beginners (2022)

What is Ontology (ONT) Coin? A Guide for Beginners (2022)

Launched in 2017, Ontology is a platform for projects of all types and sizes. It represents a giant step toward removing all barriers between blockchain technology and the business sector.

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10 min
9 August 2021
Everything about DeFi and Yield Farming

Everything about DeFi and Yield Farming

Yield Farming is an investment practice in DeFi that is used to maximize profits. What investors do is generate profits from their assets without having to sell and buy them repeatedly.

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13 min
5 October 2020
What is Ethereum 2.0 (Serenity)?

What is Ethereum 2.0 (Serenity)?

The Ethereum network has become very popular in the world of cryptocurrencies and is currently processing large volumes of transactions. In order to continue the growth of the network, node operators are forced to increase their computing power, which can lead to centralized control.

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15 min
22 June 2020
What is staking and how it works?

What is staking and how it works?

Staking is a thing everyone hears about quite often in the world of blockchain. In general, it’s very close to a bank deposit.

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4 min
13 February 2020
Cryptocurrency Wallet vs Exchange

Cryptocurrency Wallet vs Exchange

Owing to the excessive volatility of the cryptocurrency market, the popularity of various exchange platforms is insane. Trading on the exchange can be truly exciting and even profitable but, unfortunately, when it comes to the security aspect, the situation doesn’t seem so bright.

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11 min
21 January 2020

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