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What Is an Initial Coin Offering (ICO)?

By Lyle Daly – Updated Feb 22, 2025 at 10:53AM

Key Points

  • ICOs let investors buy new cryptocurrencies, often using other cryptos like Bitcoin or Ethereum.
  • Starting an ICO involves creating a token, setting sale rules, and a strong marketing push.
  • Unlike IPOs, ICOs are largely unregulated, posing higher risk and scam potential.
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