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While Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency industry, in general, are making massive strides to become mainstream facilitators of payments and other services, they are still illegal in several countries. As the world and its institutions become more aware of the potential benefits of the technology, more countries are lowering regulatory barriers, however a number still outright […]
It is difficult to think of any industry where criminals do not operate in, especially one related to currency. Always on the lookout for the next vulnerable spot, pirate hackers are groups or individuals which specifically target crypto users and exchanges to try and steal their digital funds. They do this by hijacking user data […]
With so much attention on the rising price of Bitcoin and the new, overnight millionaires in the industry, it could be easy to overlook the important topic of taxes. Although blockchain’s decentralisation and anonymity might make you feel as though you can evade paying taxes, the law in various countries is extremely clear on the […]
Cryptocurrency exchanges oversee the trading and sometimes valuing of cryptocurrencies, and form an integral part of the industry. There are various types of exchanges, with some being centralised and others decentralised, but their role is almost always the same. The difference lies in the way that transactions are carried out. In this article, we will […]
Cryptocurrency exchanges play a fundamental role in the digital currency ecosystem. They provide the main transition point between fiat and virtual currencies whilst also managing the prices of individual tokens and coins. However, no matter their importance, the work made by cryptocurrency exchanges is often overlooked or misunderstood. This guide should help you better understand […]
Cryptocurrency mining is, in simple terms, a way to use computers to create new digital coins. These coins can be stored safely in crypto wallets, spent in exchange for goods, or exchanged for fiat or other currencies. In the case of the latter, an account with an exchange, such as CEX or Indacoin, is required. […]
A crypto mining rig is a computer system that can be used to mine Bitcoins and Altcoins such as Komodo. Whilst the rig may be specifically built to be a miner, it is common to find home computers that are adapted to this new purpose. It is also possible to have a mining rig which […]
Interest in cryptocurrency mining is increasing as more coins are available to mine, many offering good investment opportunities. If you would like to learn the important basics of crypto mining, you’re in the right place. This guide will help you through the most important things to know and do. 1. Get your hardware Whilst in […]
By now you have most probably heard of crypto mining and how you can create digital currency using your computer or other software and hardware. Mining has been seen as a great investment in the past, but as the complexity to create coins has required ever greater use of resources, is mining still a good […]
Cryptocurrency is unlike any other kind of money the world has known. It doesn’t exist in physical form, you cannot carry it in your purse or your physical wallet, and it is a truly democratic form of currency because it’s far removed from any government interference. Here’s a brief look at what is cryptocurrency, if […]