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Cryptocurrency Articles

The why and how of investing in cryptocurrencies.

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March 7, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

Bitcoin Recently Surpassed $65,000 -- This Is Why Investors Are Excited

Investors are euphoric about Bitcoin again. Read on to find out why and what you can do to protect yourself from Bitcoin's inevitable volatility.
March 6, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Reaches Another All-Time High. What Next?

Bitcoin surged above $69,000 to set a new record. Find out what this means for crypto investors and whether Bitcoin might be able to hold on to its gains this time.
Feb. 28, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Is Surging. Can It Hit a New All-Time High?

Bitcoin just pushed above $57,000 on the back of the green light for spot Bitcoin ETFs and halving hopes. Find out what the top cryptocurrency's recent rally means for investors.
Feb. 21, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Is Holding Above $50,000. Is Crypto Poised for a Comeback?

Some insiders predict Bitcoin could reach $100,000 in 2024. Find out what's behind the coin's price surge and what it means for investors.
Jan. 28, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Are NFTs Poised for a Comeback in 2024?

NFTs soared in 2021 and then came crashing down to earth. Find out why NFTs may have a new lease on life in 2024 and beyond.
Jan. 11, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway

A New, Easy Way to Invest in Bitcoin Is Here. Should You Buy In Early?

You're early to the Bitcoin spot ETF party -- what now? Find out what part of the hype is worth buying into.
Jan. 3, 2024 | By Emma Newbery

Everything Crypto Investors Need to Know About Bitcoin ETFs and the SEC

Hope that the SEC will approve a spot Bitcoin ETF has fueled a recent crypto rally. Learn more about what the ETF is and what an approval might mean for investors.
Dec. 24, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Bitcoin Jumped Over 160% This Year. Is the Crypto Winter Over?

Bitcoin's price is hovering around $44,000, erasing some of the losses of recent years. Find out whether that makes it safe to buy Bitcoin in 2024.
Dec. 19, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

Bitcoin Surged in 2023. There's 1 Thing Leading Investor Optimism

A spot Bitcoin ETF approval could be just around the corner. Here's why it could be a good thing for investors and what to look out for.
Nov. 30, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

SoFi Is Quitting Crypto. All Your Questions, Answered

SoFi's decision to shut down its crypto arm will leave investors in a difficult place. Read on if you're wondering whether to sell or transfer your assets.
Nov. 22, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Binance's Changpeng Zhao Pleads Guilty. Here's What That Means for Your Crypto

Binance will pay over $4 billion in fines to settle money laundering charges. Find out what impact the deal might have on the crypto industry.
Nov. 22, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Kraken Is the Latest Crypto Exchange to Face SEC Charges. Are Any U.S. Platforms Safe?

The SEC accused crypto exchange Kraken of selling unregistered securities. Learn more about the charges and what they mean for crypto investors.
Nov. 5, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

What Sam Bankman-Fried's Guilty Charges Mean for Crypto

Sam Bankman-Fried was convicted on seven counts of fraud, but that doesn't make cryptocurrencies any safer. Here's how crypto investors can reduce risk.
Oct. 18, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Binance.US Says Dollar Deposits Aren't FDIC Insured

Unlike money in a bank account, if a crypto platform fails, there are limited protections in place. Find out how Binance.US customers can protect their funds.
Oct. 14, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

The 5 Biggest Crypto Heists Cost Investors $2 Billion. Here's How to Protect Yours

Savvy cybercriminals have looted crypto exchanges for huge sums. Here's how to protect your digital assets.
Oct. 9, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

People Said New York Was Too Tough on Crypto. But Perhaps It's Been Right All Along

New York introduced strict crypto regulation in 2015. Find out how its tough stance protected New Yorkers from some of the worst of the crypto collapses.
Sept. 22, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

There Are Only Six Bitcoin Billionaires in the Whole World. Is Crypto Becoming Irrelevant?

The number of crypto billionaires has fallen swiftly with the decline in prices and collapse of crypto platforms. Find out whether investors need to be worried.
Sept. 14, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Crypto Industry Update: Binance.US CEO Brian Shroder Resigns

Binance.US has laid off another 100 members of its staff, and its CEO has resigned. Find out what this means for Binance.US customers.
Sept. 10, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

A New Crypto Reporting Rule Could Impact Taxes on Your Investment. Here's What You Need to Know

Digital asset owners may have extra tax paperwork in the next few years. Read on to find out how new regulations may change your taxes.
July 30, 2023 | By Chris Neiger

The U.K. Could Ban Memes Promoting Cryptocurrency. Will the U.S. Follow Suit?

The U.K. says social media users can't promote cryptocurrencies without proper disclosures. Read on to find out how the U.S. is ramping up crypto regulations.
July 27, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Crypto Meets AI. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Cryptocurrency and AI are new worlds that could transform our lives. But that may come at the cost of existing protections. Learn why that matters.
July 21, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Crypto's Biggest Investors Played a Role in Its Downfall

The dust has settled on last year's crypto platform collapses. Find out why a Fed report says large investors are partly to blame.
July 14, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Here's What Happens When You Use Crypto Platforms as if They're Traditional Banks

Crypto platforms can look like banks and even act like banks, but they are not banks. Find out why it's dangerous to use a crypto platform for your day-to-day banking.
June 20, 2023 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

This Nobel Winner in Economics Is Slamming Crypto. Here's Why

Nobel economist Paul Krugman recently called cryptocurrency worthless and pointless. Read on to learn why his view is such a negative one.
June 8, 2023 | By Emma Newbery

Do You Own Solana, Cardano, or Polygon? The SEC Wants to Control Your Crypto

The SEC says many cryptocurrencies are actually securities. Find out how the security vs. commodity debate could impact your crypto investments.