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tinam • Oct 6, 2022, 8:59 am EDT

Proof-of-Work vs. Proof-of-Stake – A Guide To Crypto’s Most Popular Consensus Mechanisms

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The long-awaited Ethereum ‘Merge’ is finally complete!  The blockchain’s shift from a Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus mechanism to a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) model represents one of the crypto world’s most significant network upgrades to date.  Officially executed on September 15th, 2022, the Merge slashed Ethereum’s energy consumption by 99.95% and led many to hope the blockchain would feature more robust scalability capabilities and increase security. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The long, often-delayed Merge process garnered plenty of headlines in and outside the crypto world. It also led many to grow more curious about PoW and PoS. As a result, both remain the most well-known and popular consensus blockchain mechanisms

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tinam • Oct 5, 2022, 11:11 am EDT

Robert Kiyosaki Touts Bitcoin As A ‘Buy’ Amid Epic Market Crash Predictions

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki is never shy about sharing his bold and often in-your-face financial predictions.  The notable businessman and author issued another ringing call-to-arms for the “poor to get rich” in an early October 2022 email blast.  He touted buying opportunities he believes will emerge in the coming months and encouraged followers to pay attention to activity by leading financial entities like the Federal Reserve.  Robert Kiyosaki Speaks The Truth Kiyosaki also Tweeted to his 2.1 million followers on October 2nd that investors should buy Bitcoin, gold, and silver if the U.S. Dollar gets more robust based

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jennyl • Sep 19, 2022, 2:43 pm EDT

What Is Crypto? An Ultimate Guide

1 out of 5 American adults has invested in or traded cryptocurrency.  With numbers like that, there’s no way you’ve avoided hearing about cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum. But as much as people talk about crypto online or in the news, many still wonder, “What is crypto?” It’s a concept that’s a bit complicated at first to explain, but it makes more and more sense as you dive into the crypto universe. So if you aren’t sure where to start when exploring, let us lead the way. Below is a quick introduction to cryptocurrencies. We promise to keep it simple.  So,

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tinam • Sep 11, 2022, 1:12 pm EDT

What Is The Ethereum Merge, And Why Does It Matter?

The final countdown has arrived here. Finally, one of crypto’s most significant milestones is close on the horizon after months and months of delays.  The media dubbed this history-making event ‘the Merge,’ the cumulation of Ethereum’s long-awaited shift from a Proof of Work (PoW) to a Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. The stakes are massive. So What Is The Ethereum Merge, And Why Is It Important? To start, a successful merge means Ethereum’s energy consumption will nosedive by 99.95%. Crypto’s long been a focus of concern from environmentalists who worry about PoW blockchains chewing up large amounts of power. https://giphy.com/vmas Earlier in

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tinam • Sep 8, 2022, 12:46 pm EDT

One Year In, El Salvador’s Bitcoin Gamble Keeps Making Waves

One Year In, El Salvador’s Bitcoin Gamble Keeps Making Waves  Many flock to crypto to try and escape the ever-present influence of central banks and governments. However, Bitcoin’s impact remains just too big to ignore by some leaders who occupy the halls of power in their nations.   El Salvador is one example led by the young, tech-focused Nayib Bukele. The Bitcoin advocate and frequent Tweeter made history in early September 2021 when Bitcoin was made legal tender in the small Central American nation.  Digital currency advocates, including Bukele, argued the move would boost the prospects of millions of El Salvadorans

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jennyl • Sep 6, 2022, 7:48 am EDT

What is Crypto Mining? 10 Things You Should Know

With the price of Bitcoin still somewhat volatile as of the time of writing, some people are looking into mining other forms of crypto. If that sounds like the kind of thing you want to get into, we totally want to empower that. Although you may be thinking, “So, what is crypto mining, and how do I get involved?” Below, we have listed ten of the most important facts related to crypto mining. Once you’re through soaking up this content, you’ll walk away with a full scope of knowledge on the subject. So, don’t wait, and get on the crypto mining bandwagon

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tinam • Aug 31, 2022, 7:42 am EDT

Can You Buy A Piece Of The Internet With Bitcoin? Maybe So.

What does buying the Internet look like? Some believe it might start at the bottom of the ocean.  In February 2019, Google announced development plans for the first undersea private intercontinental cable running from California to Chile. Over the last several years, entities like Facebook, Microsoft, and Google have been working hard to build expansive fiber-optic submarine cables.  Few might know these cables are the backbone of the modern Internet. The more than 700,000+ miles of cables in use carry 95-99% of global data.  Some argue that the moves by Google and other content providers to build these cables ultimately help to

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jennyl • Aug 10, 2022, 8:02 am EDT

How to Transfer Crypto From Robinhood

In 2022, 15.9 million people were using Robinhood. If you’re one of them, you might wonder how to transfer crypto from Robinhood. Thankfully, it is possible, but there are specific steps you’ll need to follow to move your cryptocurrency. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about transferring crypto from Robinhood to a secure account. Why Should You Transfer Crypto? If you’re a Bitcoin investor, you might want to transfer their cryptocurrency from Robinhood to a cryptocurrency exchange so that they can use it more easily.  It also helps you avoid any restrictions that Robinhood has on cryptocurrency.

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jennyl • Aug 9, 2022, 8:00 am EDT

What Is Staking Crypto?

Did you know that, in 2020, the size of the global cryptocurrency market was $826.6 million? Additionally, this market expects to see a value of $1,902.5 million in the year 2028, with a compounded annual growth rate of 11.1% between 2021 and 2028. Considering these statistics, you might be interested in taking part in buying and trading cryptocurrencies. However, this can be stressful if you don’t understand how crypto works. After all, how can you know how to approach crypto trading if you don’t understand the elements of crypto? Fortunately, this article will review the cryptocurrency term “staking crypto.” Finally, you

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tinam • Jul 29, 2022, 1:02 pm EDT

What You Need To Know About The Ethereum Merge

Maybe you’ve heard a lot about the upcoming Ethereum ‘Merge.’ But what is it all about?  Aside from being one of 2022’s most high-profile events in the crypto industry, the Merge is also one of the most substantial upgrades in Ethereum’s history. The merging of Ethereum’s mainnet with the Beacon Chain’s proof-of-stake (PoS) system spells the end of the proof-of-work (PoW) consensus mechanism for Ethereum.  The ‘Merge’ name is crypto slang for the PoW to PoS transition. This transition will enhance the security, speed, and scalability of Ethereum’s network.  This is a long-awaited change. Lately, headlines are intensifying as many

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