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From private keys to KYC - here's everything you need to know about keeping your crypto secure.
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What’s a Rug Pull in Crypto?
Tasho Tashev
In 2023, crypto rug pulls cost investors an estimated $760 million globally, with a cumulative loss exceeding $27 billion to...
Tasho Tashev
Rug flying away from under coins, bank notes and credit cards
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What’s a Wallet Address?
Tasho Tashev
A wallet address is a unique alphanumeric string derived from a wallet’s public key through cryptographic hashing. Bitcoin addresses come...
Tasho Tashev
Post box with Bitcoin symbol on it
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Public Key
Sal Miah
Public keys are vital for secure communication, using asymmetric encryption to protect data transmission across networks, ensuring that only intended...
Sal Miah
Cryptographic key linking different users
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What’s a Hot Wallet?
Tasho Tashev
A hot wallet is a type of cryptocurrency wallet that stores private keys online, allowing for easy access and interaction...
Tasho Tashev
Computer and phone, both showing Bitcoin on their screens, connected to a cloud with a padlock inside, with a flame next to it to symbolize hot wallet
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What is a White Paper?
Tasho Tashev
A white paper is a detailed report explaining complex issues clearly and presenting an organization’s solution to the problem. It...
Tasho Tashev
contract being inspected under a magnifying glass
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How to Set Up a Crypto Wallet
Sal Miah
Creating a crypto wallet involves selecting a suitable app or device, securely storing the seed phrase, and transferring assets to...
Sal Miah
Crypto wallelt with cards, , money and instructions at the side, Bitcoins burssting from the wallet
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Who is Bitmain?
Sal Miah
Bitmain Technologies, founded in 2013, aims to create efficient, sustainable cryptocurrency mining with its Antminer series. The Antminer series changed...
Sal Miah
Bitcoin mining ASIC with BTC coins attached
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Is Bitcoin Dangerously Centralized? 6 Biggest Mining Pools
Sal Miah
Bitcoin’s decentralization principle faces challenges from increasingly centralized mining operations. Foundry USA, AntPool, ViaBTC, F2Pool, SpiderPool, and MARA Pool control...
Sal Miah
Bitcoin symbol with mining picks all mining the same coin
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What are crypto nodes?
Sal Miah
Nodes are essential components of blockchain networks and are responsible for maintaining the decentralized structure and network security. Nodes perform...
Sal Miah
Interconnected network structure, upheld by humans with a padlock at the centre
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Best Seed Phrase Storage Options
Tasho Tashev
A seed phrase is crucial for accessing and recovering crypto wallets. It is typically a sequence of 12, 18, or...
Tasho Tashev
Seed phrase sheet inside a safe
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What is a Seed Phrase?
  Seed phrases are crucial for securing your cryptocurrency holdings. They ensure you can always access your crypto, even if...
Tasho Tashev
Seed phrase 24 words connected to a digital wallet with a padlock next to both
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KYC in Crypto, Explained
Sal Miah
KYC in crypto is the process of confirming your identity by using official documents. These verify details like your name,...
Sal Miah
Mobile phone trading interface connected with a photo ID card
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