Crypto Basics

All you need to know about the basics of cryptocurrency in one place. Learn how Bitcoin, blockchain and altcoins work, how to actually use them, and why it matters to you.
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Should You Buy Crypto on Robinhood?
With the rising interest in buying and trading cryptocurrencies, CoinMarketCap takes a look at one of the more popular crypto and fiat trading platforms: Robinhood.
By Kevin Dwyer
3yr ago
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Crypto’s Great Clubhouse Catharsis
Clubhouse has exploded in popularity in 2021 — why are crypto fans so drawn to this new audio app?
By Werner Vermaak
3yr ago
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Crypto’s Role in Times of Political and Economic Uncertainty
With the world thrown into chaos by a pandemic (among other things) — what role does crypto play in helping out with economic crises?
By Andrey Sergeenkov
3yr ago
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What Is Smart Contract Risk?
Smart contracts themselves are not without risk, even though their name implies that they are "smart" — read more to find out how to mitigate smart contract risk.
By Andrey Sergeenkov
3yr ago
4m
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What Are Privacy Coins?
How private are privacy coins? Are they legal? We answer that, and more, in this privacy coins deep dive.
By Werner Vermaak
3yr ago
11m
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How to Gift Someone Crypto 
Do you really need an excuse to give the gift of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency?
By Decentralized Dog
3yr ago
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How To Invest in Cryptocurrency
Without giving any financial advice, here are some things to keep in mind if you're thinking of investing in any cryptocurrency.
By Werner Vermaak
3yr ago
10m
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What Is a Crypto ETF?
With a new head of the U.S. SEC, is a Bitcoin ETF in our future?
By Werner Vermaak
3yr ago
15m
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Elon Musk’s History in Crypto: the Good, the Bad and the Doge
CMC explores the dips and peaks of Elon Musk’s seven-year journey in the crypto industry.
By Andrey Kartsev
3yr ago
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Terra Ecosystem Map: How Does Terra Work?
Brush up on your navigational skills and take a deep dive into the Terra ecosystem with this new Terra ecosystem map.
By Brendan Murray
3yr ago
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Is Tether Untouchable? The Latest Twist in a Long-Running Drama
The stablecoin issuer has faced down a lot of threats over the last few years. Will its winning streak continue if whispers of criminal bank fraud charges prove true?
By Leo Jakobson
3yr ago
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Nine Things We Know About Coinbase's Stock Market Debut
From a controversial valuation to the risk factors affecting the business, this is everything we know about Coinbase's listing on the Nasdaq.
By Leo Jakobson
3yr ago
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