bitcoin
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What ‘Bitcoin Halving’ Means (and Why It Matters)
Bitcoin, the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency, has a unique feature called “halving” that occurs roughly every four years. The next Bitcoin halving event is a hotly anticipated occurrence in the crypto world, and with the next expected to take place on April 20, 2024, it’s a good time to get up to speed. What…
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Don’t Fall for This Crypto ‘Front Running’ Scam on YouTube
If you’ve ever made the mistake of searching “crypto” on YouTube, you’re probably still being bombarded with ads about how to make money via the digital currency. You will be shocked to learn that not all of these offers are on the level. One new trend, called “front running”, has been gaining traction of late,…
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Meme Coins, DeFi, and Other Crypto Buzzwords You Need to Know by Now
You could get away with not knowing much about cryptocurrency in 2021, but it’s a new year, and with the crypto market now worth $US3 ($4) trillion, you’ve got no excuse not to become crypto-literate. Here are some of the year’s biggest buzzwords you should know — and a couple less-new ones to make this…
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How Much Crypto Belongs in Your Investment Portfolio?
While there’s still plenty of room for debate about the long-term value of cryptocurrencies, many financial advisors now suggest including a small amount of it in your investment portfolio. Crypto remains a highly speculative investment, but it’s commonly used as a hedge against inflation and to diversify investments away from stocks. But what’s the right…