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What are Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and how do they work?
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What are Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and how do they work?

TL;DR: Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) are a method of gathering resources for cryptocurrenc...

What is the Ethereum Cancun upgrade?
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What is the Ethereum Cancun upgrade?

The Ethereum upgrade seeks to enhance scalability, security, and efficiency within the Eth...

What is a crypto whitelist?
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What is a crypto whitelist?

A crypto whitelist is a list of approved participants for a specific event in the cryptocu...

Why do NFTs matter for gamers?
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Why do NFTs matter for gamers?

NFTs aim to provide true ownership of in-game assets, enabling gamers to sell, monetize, a...

What is the difference between Optimistic Rollups and ZK-Rollups?
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What is the difference between Optimistic Rollups and ZK-Rollups?

Optimistic Rollups and ZK-Rollups are both Layer 2 scaling solutions for Ethereum, with th...

How to buy fan tokens?
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How to buy fan tokens?

Fan tokens are digital assets that provide holders with access to exclusive content, votin...

How to create a cryptocurrency?
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How to create a cryptocurrency?

The creation of a cryptocurrency involves understanding blockchain technology, consensus m...

How to use AI for crypto trading?
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How to use AI for crypto trading?

AI aims to enhance crypto trading by automating transactions, predicting market trends, an...

How to calculate Return on Investment (ROI)?
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How to calculate Return on Investment (ROI)?

TL;DR: ROA, or Return on Allocation, is a ratio that compares the gain or loss from an ass...

On-chain vs. off-chain cryptocurrency transactions: what is the difference?
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On-chain vs. off-chain cryptocurrency transactions: what is the difference?

On-chain transactions occur directly on the blockchain, providing a level of security and...

 Expert tips: A former private equity manager who now funds DeFi tech
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Expert tips: A former private equity manager who now funds DeFi tech

ParaFi Capital managing partner Ben Forman breaks down some key DeFi concepts

Expert tips: A crypto fund founder
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A crypto-fund founder

In this edition of Expert Tips, we speak to Scalar Capital founder Linda Xie.

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How to send crypto

Learn how to send crypto to another wallet — to a friend, family member, or store.

Dollar cost averaging
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When is the best time to invest in crypto?

When prices are fluctuating, how do you know when to buy? Learn more about using dollar-co...

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How to read candlestick charts

When researching assets, you may run into a special form of price graph called candlestic...

Getting Started

How to donate crypto

Bitcoin, ETH, and other cryptocurrencies can make your giving go farther. Plus: 15 nonprof...

Expert tips: An investor who got in when Bitcoin was $10
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An investor who got in when Bitcoin was $10

Longtime trader Ray Tong shares practical advice for both new and experienced investors.

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How to invest in crypto via your retirement account

Over the last few years, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have fast emerged as a truly m...

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From avoiding FOMO to having a plan, 5 key ways to manage a crypto down cycle

How to minimize your losses (and even make savvy moves) during a falling market

How to gift an NFT?
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How to gift an NFT?

The process of gifting an NFT involves three main steps: obtaining the recipient's wallet...

What is a crypto dusting attack, and how to avoid it?
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What is a crypto dusting attack, and how to avoid it?

A crypto dusting attack involves sending small quantities of cryptocurrency, known as dust...

How to backtest a crypto trading strategy?
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How to backtest a crypto trading strategy?

Backtesting is a key step in developing a crypto trading strategy, offering insights into...

How to land an entry-level job in crypto?
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How to land an entry-level job in crypto?

Securing an entry-level job in crypto necessitates a grasp of crypto fundamentals, acquiri...

What is a rug pull and how to avoid it?
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What is a rug pull and how to avoid it?

A rug pull is a scenario in the cryptocurrency world where developers abandon a project af...

What is a black swan event in crypto?
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What is an NFT swap order scam and how to avoid it?

NFT swap order scams involve deceiving individuals into exchanging valuable NFTs for ones...

How to use AI for crypto trading?
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How to spot a scam in smart contract functions?

Smart contract functions are integral to blockchain interactions, but they can be manipula...

What is ERC-1155?
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How to read smart contract data?

Smart contracts are autonomous digital agreements that play a pivotal role in cryptocurren...

What is a flash loan?
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Bitcoin ATMs: how to use them and how do they work?

Bitcoin ATMs, or BTMs, are physical kiosks that facilitate transactions of Bitcoin in exch...

How to use AI for crypto trading?
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Can cryptocurrency be hacked?

Cryptocurrencies utilize blockchain technology, which aims to be secure and resistant to h...

How to protect and pass on your crypto after death?
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How to protect and pass on your crypto after death?

It's crucial to plan for the transfer of your crypto assets after death to prevent potenti...

Bitcoin Name Service (BNS) explained: a guide to .BTC domains
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Bitcoin Name Service (BNS) explained: a guide to .BTC domains

Bitcoin Name Service (BNS) is a decentralized naming database that provides human-readable...