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Will Investing in Crypto Ever Be Safe?
With a current market cap of just over 200 billion USD, cryptocurrencies took the world by storm with a sharp surge in value across the board back in 2017. However, just like any other investment opportunity, investing in crypto also comes with plenty of risks that investors must learn to leverage to their own benefit.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in The Chain
10 Facts About Bitcoin You (Probably) Didn't Know
Do you know why May 22 is such an important date for Bitcoin? Do you know who created Bitcoin in the first place? Bitcoin is a titan among cryptocurrencies, with a storied history and a meteoric rise in value. It has been at the center of international scandals and political debates, and it has made fortunes for dedicated miners and programmers. There are, unsurprisingly, a number of interesting facts about Bitcoin that you should learn if you want to be involved in the world of cryptocurrency.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in The Chain
10 Fast Facts About the Winklevoss Twins. Top Story - November 2018.
In the cryptocurrency world, there's been a lot of talk about people who became Bitcoin millionaires and Bitcoin billionaires. Some say that Satoshi Nakamoto himself may be hiding billions in Bitcoin, while others claim that the biggest Bitcoin holder could be a shadowy billionaire not seen.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in The Chain
What Crypto Is and Why It Is the Future
Most of us probably know at least one cryptocurrency, and it's most likely Bitcoin. Bitcoin became very known, as its price spiked all the way up to $20,000 and crashed down to around $6,000. Most investors money got wiped out and now believe this is a scam, but why? Just because you lost money? Investing legend, Warren Buffet believes that bitcoin will never reach its goal and is a scam. If it's a scam how did it go from $0.006 to $20,000. There must be a purpose, but he's just a broad and simple guy who is not really interested in the technology section. That's why he hasn't invested in either Amazon or Google.
By John Tasci7 years ago in The Chain
How to Recover Lost Cryptocurrencies—Or at Least, Try To
Those people who had the foresight to jump in when digital currency was cheap have made some pretty impressive money investing in cryptocurrency. They started buying and trading and selling, making transactions the same way any person would do with cash or a card in hand. Unfortunately, people discovered a shocking problem with digital currencies that they didn't foresee coming: Sometimes crypto gets lost.
By Connor Brighton7 years ago in The Chain
Reasons Why Ethereum Will Change the World
If you are into cryptocurrency or decentralized applications, you might already know that Ethereum will change the world. If you have no idea what those words I just wrote mean, an overview starting with Bitcoin will certainly be helpful.
By Salvador Lorenz7 years ago in The Chain
10 Signs Blockchain Is Here to Stay
Last year saw the price of Bitcoin jump to $20,000, whilst this year it has been sitting at around $6,500. The question that is burning a hole in everyone's pocket, though, is whether blockchain is here to stay, or if it's just a craze. Investors may have reason to rejoice, though, since it appears that blockchain is going nowhere as this invaluable resource ingratiates itself into modern day society each and every day.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in The Chain
Are We Becoming a Cashless Society?
Although cryptocurrency was first launched in the 1980s without success (and then again in the 1990s), it has become quite acceptable in recent years. Since that time, the digital world has exploded in popularity. As a form of digital currency, people find cryptocurrency quite convenient as they begin using cash less and less. According to economists, coins are more costly to create than they are actually worth, begging the question: Are we shifting towards a cashless society?
By Brad Gould7 years ago in The Chain
How Is the Price of Bitcoin Determined?
The price of Bitcoin is a very hot topic right now. People all around the world are talking about Bitcoin and its current value. Those with interest or investment in cryptocurrencies are watching particularly closely, even if they have no direct investment in Bitcoin itself.
By C.C. Curtis7 years ago in The Chain
10 Signs Someone Doesn't Know Anything About Crypto. Top Story - October 2018.
I remember going on a date with a guy who claimed to be a tech geek. He was one of those types who absolutely needed to feel like he was the smartest, most educated man in the room—even when it was clear he wasn't.
By Rowan Marley7 years ago in The Chain
10 Reasons Why ICOs Are a Bad Investment
ICOs have become hugely popular, and some have been extremely successful. From huge successes to massive failures, and a large number worthless ICOs that turned out to be scams, ICOs having been appearing in massive numbers over the past eighteen months. It can often be hard to tell whether or not ICOs are a bad investment, but things like the market, timing, and risk can all determine whether or not to invest in ICOs.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in The Chain
