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July 12, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Bitcoin (BTC) Falls 5%, Breaching $20,000 as June Inflation Hits 8.8%

June inflation did not slow despite aggressive Fed interest rate hikes -- Bitcoin falls on the news. Read on for details.
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July 12, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Robert Kiyosaki Thinks Bitcoin Is a Bad Investment. Here's Why He's Wrong

The author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" warns of desperate times and advises cans of tuna and baked beans are the best investments. Find out what this means for crypto investors.
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July 11, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Investors Are Taking the Folks Behind Solana to Court. Here's Why

Lawsuit accuses Solana Labs, Solana Foundation, and others of misleading promotion. Find out what all the fuss is about.
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July 11, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Bitcoin (BTC) More Likely to Drop $10,000 in Price Before Gaining That Amount, New Survey Shows

The majority of surveyed Wall Street investors are bearish on Bitcoin. Read on for details.
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July 8, 2022 | By Lyle Daly

Coinbase Is Offering Up to $50 in Rewards for Staking Ethereum

Coinbase is rewarding eligible users who stake Ethereum for the first time. Find out how crypto staking works, who's eligible, and how to earn these rewards.
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July 8, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Bitcoin (BTC) Pops 8.6% in 24 Hours, More Than 12% for the Week, Crossing $22,000

The top crypto shows signs of life after logging its worst monthly loss in June. Read on for details.
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July 7, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Investors Are Pulling Out of Exchanges in Record Numbers. Should You?

Glassnode says balances on crypto exchanges have dropped by more than 20% since January. Find out why so many investors are opting for non-custodial wallets.
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July 7, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Ethereum Merge Achieves Another Milestone as ETH Price Climbs 19% for the Week

Ether's price increases double digits as Ethereum Merge gets a step closer. Read on for details.
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July 7, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

3 Times When It Makes Sense to Buy Crypto on the Dip

Crypto prices have fallen dramatically since November, and many investors who first bought the dip have seen their assets devalue. Read this before you try to buy the crypto dip.
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July 7, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Why Using a Credit Card to Buy Crypto Is Often a Bad Idea

Buying cryptocurrency with a credit card can get expensive. Find out why and how you can reduce the costs of crypto investing.
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July 7, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Your Biggest Crypto Questions, Answered

The cryptocurrency industry may have hit the mainstream last year, but a lot of people are still unsure how it works. If you're one of them, this is the article for you.
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July 5, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

KuCoin Denies Rumors That It's Insolvent. What's Really Going On?

KuCoin's CEO vehemently denies Twitter rumors that the platform could be in trouble. Find out how investors can protect their funds in these uncertain times.
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July 5, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Why Polygon (MATIC) Is Up 9% Today

Polygon's collaborations with Coca-Cola and Facebook have set the coin up for success and even bullish trends amidst the bear market. Find out more.
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July 5, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Bitcoin (BTC) Was Down 45% in June, Notching Its Worst Month Ever

The flagship cryptocurrency logged its worst single-month loss on record in June. Read on for details.
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July 5, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

How Insider Trading Is Hurting Everyday Crypto Investors

Research shows that traders made $1.7 million by buying a token before it listed on top exchanges. Find out how deep insider trading runs in the cryptocurrency world.
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July 4, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Cardano (ADA) Moves Toward Last Stage of Key Network Upgrade

Over the weekend Cardano developers announced a key advance in its blockchain. Read on for more.
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July 4, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin's Down 60% This Year. Here's Why I'm Not Buying the Dip

Buying the dip can be a way to pick up investments at bargain prices, but there's also a risk of trying to catch a falling knife. Here's why it isn't always a good idea.
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July 1, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

4 Altcoins to Watch Closely in July

The cryptocurrency market continues to be choppy, and many investors are braced for more bad news. However, the bear market could present some opportunities for long-term investors.
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July 1, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

2 Key Reasons Bitcoin Crashed Below $19,000 This Week

Bitcoin broke a key psychological price point of $20K due in part to these two factors. Read on to find out what they are.
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July 1, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Is Bitcoin a Ponzi Scheme?

Various people have labeled Bitcoin a Ponzi scheme because they say it relies on new people buying it to generate returns. Find out how true this is.
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July 1, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

I Wasted Over $100 in Crypto Fees Last Year. Don't Make the Same Mistake

Some of the fees on crypto platforms are outrageous. Find out what tricks you can use to minimize the costs of crypto investing.
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June 30, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

Bitcoin Dips Below 19K. What Does This Mean for the Coin?

The largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin falls below $19,000, reestablishing the bear market. Learn more here.
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June 30, 2022 | By Emma Newbery

Crypto Billionaire Says More Platforms Will Fail

Crypto exchanges and DeFi platforms are suffering the aftereffects of Terra's collapse. Learn why Sam Bankman-Fried thinks there's more trouble to come.
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June 30, 2022 | By Tor Constantino

Polygon (MATIC) Fell 17% Today as Crypto Market Slips

Polygon dropped as much as 17% during the past 24 hours despite a positive upgrade announcement. Read on to learn more.
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June 29, 2022 | By Katie Clinebell

TerraClassicUSD (USTC) Climbs 800% in 1 Week -- What’s Going On?

The Terra ecosystem finally has good news as a partnership with StarShip is announced, and the ecosystem's tokens see spikes across the board.