You’ve finally committed to making your first crypto purchase, but then you go to make it only to find that the transaction has been blocked by your bank. As annoying as this is, you’re not alone in having this occur, and you’re not out of luck in terms of being able to buy crypto. There […]

Bitcoin (BTC) has been legitimized by the approval and subsequent trading of spot Bitcoin ETFs. It reached a new all time high before the halving event for the first time in its existence, and inflows to the various ETFs are breaking records on a seemingly daily basis.  Ethereum (ETH) is the next digital asset that […]

PayPal and Cash App offer pretty much the same features for anyone looking for a peer-to-peer mobile payment solution. However, when you are considering which to use for Bitcoin, the answer gets a bit more detailed. According to some users on Reddit, making Bitcoin purchases on PayPal is more accessible, although they impose a three-day […]

According to Robinhood, “you’re the legal owner of the crypto” you buy on their platform and that grants you “rights and benefit of ownership, including the rights to appreciation and depreciation of the crypto”. Bitcoin ownership begins with ownership of private keys. Fortunately, Robinhood offers its users both custodial and non-custodial Bitcoin wallets. A majority […]

BONK may be a memecoin, but it was airdropped on users of the Solana blockchain network. Some of those users were then able to sell their BONK for quite large sums of money, and this certainly wasn’t the first time that a free airdrop proved to be lucrative on a blockchain network. It certainly wasn’t […]

Blockchain.com is a pioneering crypto exchange with a long track record of trust and reliability. With a presence in over 150 countries, the exchange offers a range of services catering to private and institutional investors. The platform supports over 20 crypto tokens and fiat currencies, and its fee structure becomes more favourable with higher trading […]

Two of the top 10 digital assets by market capitalization are stablecoins. In a sector of volatility, stablecoins offer a safe haven of stability in addition to a few other benefits. Both USD Coin (USDC) and Tether (USDT) are heavily used across both centralized and decentralized crypto markets, but which is the better stablecoin? Before […]

There are a lot of places where you can park your money in order to try and make profits over time. You can put it in a savings account, buy stocks, bonds, gold, cryptocurrencies, or even something alternative like real estate and collectibles. Deciding on which of these places to put your money depends on […]

Cryptocurrencies have ignited a fiery debate in the realm of the global economy. From crypto exchanges getting indicted by regulators to leading stablecoins collapsing in what seemed to be a blink of an eye, the crypto sphere is without a doubt as dynamic as it is volatile.  The entire arena has left many questioning its […]

Cryptocurrency ownership has become a hot topic in the world of business. Various entities have been working to amass significant crypto holdings, from tech giants to financial institutions and even hedge funds. Institutional investors ( realizing the potential for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies ) have made headlines for their substantial Bitcoin holdings. Tech giants such […]

It’s finally happened. One of your digital assets went to the proverbial moon. Your cryptocurrency pick is up over 10x and you’re absolutely beaming, but now what?  If your crypto assets see incredible gains it can be hard to decide what to do next. Do you sell it all, hold it, take profits, or something […]

Are you ready to capitalize on the next crypto bull run? In this article, we will explore the top five coins that have the potential to skyrocket during this coming bull rally.  Some cryptocurrencies we will look at include Ethereum (ETH), which takes the lead with its smart contract functionality and the recent upgrade to […]

Why aren’t cryptocurrencies more popular around the world than they currently are? Is it the lack of regulation, resistance from those who it would disrupt, or something perhaps more simple such as the technical aspect of the sector? It’s certainly not just one thing, but it’s possible that if hurdles such as those are overcome, […]

Bitcoin and digital assets in general are well known for their price volatility. A crypto asset can double in value overnight, or go up even exponentially faster like Ripple (XRP) did upon the judge’s ruling that it was not a security when bought from a crypto exchange.  With volatility being so commonplace, it can be […]

Ever since Bitcoin appeared, many other crypto projects have emerged, each with its own blockchain and tokens.  There are over two million crypto projects, each with its own governance token or coin specifically designed to “fuel” the platform or network. Some have coins or tokens just for their enclosed marketplace, while others have their own […]

Investing in digital assets has become more acceptable than ever before with the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs allowing traditional investors a way into the sector. Bitcoin isn’t the only crypto asset that you can invest in either, with literally thousands of other options available on various trading platforms.  Apart from deciding what assets you […]

You may have heard of the Bitcoin cycle. How Bitcoin’s price tends to follow a fairly predictable pattern that is based upon the known event of the Bitcoin halving. In Bitcoin’s history, there have been three halving events, and each one has brought a new all time high for the number one digital asset by […]

The arrival of spot Bitcoin ETFs has brought excitement and price movement to the Bitcoin market. By allowing more traditional investors an avenue in which they can purchase exposure to Bitcoin (BTC), spot Bitcoin ETFs have brought all sorts of new money into the sector.  With the ability to purchase spot Bitcoin ETFs in the […]

Blockchain technology doesn’t require cryptocurrencies in order to function, despite that being the current infrastructure of most blockchain networks. What makes blockchain technology so useful is its ability to be a distributed ledger that can be traced with irreversible transactions and fast settlement speeds.  This means that a government could use blockchain technology to replace […]

Signing up for a cryptocurrency exchange is a much easier process today that it was in past years. The onboarding process for most major exchanges has become extremely customer friendly, and the availability of information and help from these platforms has also become much more readily available.  The slowest part of signing up for a […]

As a newcomer to the crypto scene, the sheer volume of information you receive at the beginning of your journey can be overwhelming.  From learning about decentralized finance(DeFi) platforms to understanding the many types of blockchains, the complexity can feel like diving headfirst into a whirlpool of concepts and technologies.  What’s more, navigating through all […]

If you’ve spent any time in the crypto world, you’re probably familiar with the not-so-exciting task of dealing with taxes. In the US, the IRS treats crypto as property and thus bases cryptocurrency taxes on capital gains, with rates ranging up to 37%.  While keeping track of your crypto transactions for accurate tax reporting can […]

The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued its much-anticipated guidance on reporting digital asset income in 2019. Since then, it has become mandatory for all taxpayers in the US to address a mandatory digital asset questionnaire on their returns.  Accurate tracking and managing digital assets is more important than ever for crypto investors and traders […]

Though you may have heard of the millions of Bitcoins that have been lost due to someone throwing out an old harddrive, forgetting a password, or losing a device, there are also cases where people suddenly find and/or realize that they have a Bitcoin or some amount of Bitcoin in an old wallet or on […]

If you are looking for a portfolio tracker that also helps you conduct analytics for different coins and tokens in the DeFi space, CoinStats is one of the better options.  It comes with some of the most powerful features, including a real-time blockchain activity filter that lets you monitor your cryptocurrency transactions and their associated […]

Stablecoins are increasingly becoming popular in the crypto space. Occasionally, their trading volumes surpass even the most established cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The allure of stablecoins lies in their ability to offer stability and liquidity within the volatile cryptocurrency market.  However, beyond serving as a hedge against market fluctuations, stablecoins also present a practical […]

If you’re new to the cryptocurrency sector, or thinking about getting into it, it can be difficult to decide where to begin. Getting into cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology is no easier than getting involved in traditional finance, but the reality is that with both, knowledge is always key. Doing your due diligence whether looking to […]

There are various processes and options for sending crypto abroad and getting cash.  You can use a peer-to-peer exchange that lets you trade crypto for fiat with anyone around the world. You can also take advantage of the low fees on a centralized exchange and trade in your crypto for a stablecoin, then use that […]