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May 22, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Fed Working on Crypto-Like 'Digital Dollar'

The Federal Reserve announced a framework for the development of a digital dollar. It joins several other countries in exploring the benefits of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
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May 20, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Crypto Exchange Outages -- Why We Need Eth2

Several major cryptocurrency exchanges experienced outages yesterday. The huge growth in cryptocurrency means these platforms can't always keep up with the number of transactions.
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May 20, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

What the Chinese Bank Crackdown Means for Crypto Investors

The Chinese central bank has banned the country's banks from offering any form of cryptocurrency services. What does that mean for your investments?
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May 20, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

4 Ways Blockchain Could Impact Our Lives

Blockchain is a disruptive technology that could change how we bank, vote, buy homes, and even visit the doctor. Learn more here about blockchain's potential.
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May 19, 2021 | By Brittney Myers

Fidelity to Offer No-Fee Brokerage Accounts to Teenagers

Fidelity Investments has announced a brand new investment account for teens. Read the full article for more details.
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May 19, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

BlockFi Accidentally Sends Users Millions in Bitcoin

A small number of BlockFi users recently received mistaken Bitcoin deposits. Find out what happened and how the crypto lending company is trying to fix it.
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May 19, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Plummets After China Bank Crackdown

Regulators in China have cracked down again on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Find out what happened in China and how it might impact your investments.
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May 19, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Can You Sell NFT Art for $1,000,000?

Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, could help digital artists monetize their creations. Find out how these unique digital assets are revolutionizing the art world.
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May 18, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Falls to a 3-Month Low. Should You Buy on the Dip?

Bitcoin has already hit new highs this year, but this week it fell to a three-month low. Here's how to decide whether you should buy the world's first digital currency.
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May 17, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Dogecoin Co-Creator Calls Elon Musk a 'Self-Absorbed Grifter'

Dogecoin's co-creator took to Twitter to criticize Elon Musk. Find out what he said and why Musk has upset many crypto investors.
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May 17, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Where to Keep Your 2021 Emergency Fund

Using the wrong type of account for your emergency fund can be an expensive mistake. Learn about the best banking options to store your 2021 emergency fund.
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May 16, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

The 4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Buying Ethereum

Thinking about adding Ethereum to your crypto portfolio? Watch out for these all-too-common mistakes when buying it.
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May 15, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Dogecoin Reveal Devs Have Been Working With Musk Since 2019

Dogecoin's part-time developers continued the work after the coin's founders stepped away in 2015. But Elon Musk has been helping them.
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May 15, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

The SEC Has Hit Crypto Companies With Almost $2 Billion in Penalties

From unregistered securities and exchanges to Ponzi schemes, the SEC pursues more cases of cryptocurrency infringements each year.
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May 15, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

Coinbase Reaches 56 Million Users. Should You Open an Account?

Coinbase is on its way to a successful 2021. Check out the numbers for this highly rated crypto exchange and learn whether it's the right choice for you.
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May 15, 2021 | By Lyle Daly

19 Million Americans May Start Buying Crypto This Year, Survey Shows

The number of Americans who buy crypto is on the rise. Explore recent info on how many people could buy in and the ways crypto demographics are changing.
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May 15, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Should You (or Anyone) Buy Ethereum?

Ethereum is the world's second-biggest cryptocurrency and the first digital currency to provide smart contracts. Find out more and whether anyone should buy it.
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May 14, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Ethereum Drops 9%. Is This a Buying Opportunity?

Cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, fell across the board yesterday after Elon Musk expressed concerns about Bitcoin's carbon footprint. Is Ethereum bad for the environment?
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May 14, 2021 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

3 Lessons I've Learned Buying and Selling Bitcoin

Before you start investing or using Bitcoin, here are some of the lessons I learned the hard way.
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May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Drops 12%. Is This a Buying Opportunity?

Cryptocurrencies fell across the board after Elon Musk said Tesla would no longer accept Bitcoin purchases. Find out what this means for Bitcoin.
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May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Elon Musk's Tesla Suspends Bitcoin Purchases on Environmental Concerns

Crypto enthusiast Elon Musk is worried about Bitcoin's carbon footprint. Find out why Bitcoin uses so much energy and what the alternatives are.
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May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

This Brand-New Cryptocurrency Is Already Worth $37 Billion. Should You Buy?

A new cryptocurrency called Internet Computer promises to reinvent the internet. Find out what it is and why people are so excited about it.
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May 11, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Barry Silbert Goes Short on Dogecoin

The founder of Digital Currency Group signals he believes Dogecoin's price will fall. Find out why Barry Silbert has shorted the popular cryptocurrency.
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May 10, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

Saturday Night Live: Did the Dogefather Deliver?

Elon Musk hosted Saturday Night Live and, as expected, the Tesla CEO mentioned cryptocurrencies three times. Find out what he said about crypto and Dogecoin.
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May 9, 2021 | By Emma Newbery

4 Steps to Safely Buying Ethereum

The Ethereum blockchain is a platform for many new cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and smart contracts. Find out how to buy this popular digital currency.