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Bitcoin Fees: How They Work and 3 Ways to Save on Them

Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency based on blockchain technology with an overall value approaching $1 trillion. Currency can be exchanged without an intermediary like a bank or payment processor and there’s no central government or central bank in charge of creating new currency or affecting its value. But that doesn’t make Bitcoin transactions free. […]

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DAOs and How They Work

One of the strongest trends in technology has long been decentralization — from the creation of the internet connecting academics across the world, to the world wide web providing a platform for strangers to connect with one another. The advent of cryptocurrency has spurred another round of decentralization, the decentralized autonomous organization, or DAO. What […]

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What is Proof of Work? Definition & Guide

Cryptocurrencies are known for their high level of security — and in many cases, that security is made possible by a proof-of-work (PoW) algorithm. The proof-of-work consensus algorithm is currently used by Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Litecoin, and many other cryptos (although the Ethereum network is transitioning to a different algorithm known as proof-of-stake). Proof of […]

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Solana Coin (SOL): A Guide to the NFT & DeFi Coin

Many crypto investors are hoping their cryptocurrency portfolios will go to the moon. But with the growth of Solana (SOL), perhaps they should be aiming for the sun (“sol” in Spanish), instead. Solana is a relatively new cryptocurrency that, until recently, didn’t garner much attention. And given that there are so many new types of […]

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What is Polygon (MATIC)? How to Buy MATIC Coin

In early 2021, an Ethereum infrastructure project called Matic rebranded itself as Polygon. Polygon, which is designed for developers of Ethereum projects, works on the infrastructure of the Ethereum network or blockchain and has products that make things happen faster and with more security. Before the relaunch as Polygon, the existing Matic project had more […]

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What is MANA (Decentraland Coin)? How to Buy MANA

There are layers to cryptocurrency. Services, products, even nascent legal systems can be built on top of and within blockchains. For example, a whole range of cryptocurrency types are built on Ethereum and its blockchain, including something that combines services, products, and legal system — in fact, it’s a whole virtual world. That’s the idea […]

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How to get a debt consolidation loan with bad credit

If you’re wondering how to get a debt consolidation loan with bad credit, it’s still possible to get approved.

How to Pay Off Your Car Loan Early – 6 Incredibly Simple Ways

Paying off a car loan early will save you big money in interest payments. Learn more about the benefits and strategies to get out of debt..

The Ultimate Moving Checklist

So, you’ve decided to move. Be it for a new job, a fresh start, or just for an adventure in an exciting new locale, moving is a great way to kick off change in your life. But before you start assembling boxes, folding clothes, and bubble wrapping your most prized possessions, there are a few […]

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