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May 23, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

GameStop Reveals Crypto and NFT Wallet

GameStop has launched a brand new crypto and NFT wallet that could serve to surge or sink its stock. Read the full article to find out why.
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May 23, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Today's Top 3 Crypto Gainers: Bitcoin Gold's Unexplained 40% Gain

GameStop's crypto wallet launch has pushed Loopring up by almost 30% in 24 hours, but Bitcoin Gold's gains remain a mystery. Find out why.
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May 23, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Why Uniswap Is Up 8% today

"Pharma bro" Martin Shkreli is released from prison and immediately starts tweeting about Uniswap, DeFi, and the future of finances. Here's why this matters.
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May 23, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Shiba Inu's Burn Portal Rewards Are Not That Hot

Shiba Inu developers want token holders to destroy their SHIB to help reduce supply and boost price, with a head-scratching incentive. Read on to learn more.
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May 23, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

Forget Dogecoin: These 2 Cryptos Could Beat It This Summer

DOGE is currently the world’s 15th largest cryptocurrency, but has tumbled nearly 90% since its high. Here are two cryptos that may offer higher rewards.
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May 23, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

This Crypto Mistake Cost Me Hundreds of Dollars

One writer found out the hard way that the really high APYs on some decentralized platforms are often not sustainable. Find out what lessons she learned.
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May 23, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Coinbase NFT Struggles After Widespread Launch

It's been weeks since Coinbase NFT opened to everyone, but sales and volume have been underwhelming to say the least. Find out more.
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May 22, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Cathie Wood Says Crypto Bear Market May Be 'Close to the End'

Cathie Wood says crypto should not look like the Nasdaq, but it does. Find out why this matters for Bitcoin's long-term price potential.
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May 22, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

3 Under-the-Radar Altcoins I'm Bullish On

There are over 18,000 cryptocurrencies, and the growth rate of the industry has been astonishing. Here are three currencies I'm interested in this year.
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May 21, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Binance CEO Says LUNA Collapse Left Him 'Poor Again'

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao is being transparent about the platform's losses and pushing for any compensation to go to smaller investors. Find out how much Binance lost in the Terra meltdown.
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May 21, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

This Computing Expert Thinks Cryptocurrency Should 'Die in a Fire.' Is He Right?

Berkeley's Nicholas Weaver visceral take down of crypto is a great read, but there is another side to the story. Find out if his arguments hold water.
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May 20, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Why The Sandbox (SAND) Is Up 10% Today

The Sandbox is rising as other cryptos begin to rebound. Read the full article to find out why.
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May 20, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Why Cosmos (ATOM) Is Up 14% Today

Cosmos is rising in value while others slump back. Read the full article to find out why.
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May 20, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Buterin Says Ethereum Merge Should Happen in August

After several delays, Ethereum co-founder says the Ethereum merge might be possible in August. Find out what it means for investors.
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May 20, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Largest Corporate Holder of Bitcoin Predicts a Single Coin to Be Worth 'Millions'

MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor says Bitcoin is a superior store of value, the "future of money," and will exit the crypto downturn a winner. Read on to learn more.
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May 20, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Wine NFTs: Gimmicks or Good Investment?

Fake wine and spirits cost the industry over $3 billion a year, some of which could be reduced by using wine NFTs. Find out how NFTs might change wine investing.
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May 19, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Coinbase Customer's Crypto Could Be at Risk if It Goes Bankrupt

Coinbase CEO takes to Twitter to reassure customers after the exchange's quarterly results revealed a surprise risk. Find out why all crypto investors might be worried.
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May 19, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Should You (or Anyone) Buy Cronos (CRO)?

Cronos increased by over 850% last year, but CRO has struggled in 2022. Find out more about this top 20 crypto.
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May 19, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

FTX to Expand Into Stock Trading

FTX.US has expanded to give investors a place to trade both stocks and cryptocurrencies side-by-side, on one platform. Learn more here.
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May 19, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Why TRON (TRX) Is Up 5% Today

TRX rose today, but what makes the coin so special? Read the full article to find out.
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May 19, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Coinbase Institute Launches to Drive Crypto Research, Awareness, and Future of Finance

The Coinbase Institute will issue Web3 and deFi-centric research regularly in partnership with colleges and government agencies. Read on to find out more.
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May 18, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Will Meta Create Its Own Crypto Platform? Its 'Meta Pay' Trademark Filing Suggests It Could

Meta has filed five more crypto-related trademark applications, this time around its Meta Pay product. Find out what this means for the social media giant.
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May 18, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

61% of Surveyed No-Coiners Have No Intent to Jump Into Crypto This Year

New study finds that 27% of respondents who don't own digital assets want to buy crypto but don't know where to begin. Read on to learn more.
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May 18, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Should You (or Anyone) Buy The Graph (GRT)?

The Graph is an indexing protocol that has gained traction since its launch in December 2020. Find out more about this behind-the-scenes cryptocurrency.
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May 17, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

Forget XRP: These 3 Cryptos Could Beat It This Summer

XRP is currently the world's 6th largest cryptocurrency, but it faces an uncertain future. Here are three cryptos that may offer higher rewards.