Crypto Basics

All you need to know about the basics of cryptocurrency in one place. Learn how Bitcoin, blockchain and altcoins work, how to actually use them, and why it matters to you.
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Crypto Basics
DApps for Android and iOS in 2022
This week, CMC Academy takes a look at some popular DApps for our Android and iOS users.
By Werner Vermaak
3yr ago
6m
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Arbitrage Opportunities in DeFi
The DeFi sector comes with many arbitrage opportunities for traders. Let's understand different arbitrage methods available in this industry and how they work!
3yr ago
8m
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Why Are We in a Bear Market? When Will It End?
Where are we in this bear market? Is it different from the previous ones? What can put an end to it? Let us help you find the answers to these tough questions!
3yr ago
8m
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Custodial vs Non-Custodial Wallets
A deep dive into the key differences that separate custodial vs non-custodial wallets.
3yr ago
5m
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Modular vs Monolithic Blockchains: What’s the Difference?
This week, CoinMarketCap explains key differences between monolithic and modular blockchains and their architectures.
3yr ago
10m
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What Is Forex Trading?
Unlike trading between different types of cryptocurrency pairs, forex trading involves trading between different fiat currencies — and can be much more complex.
By Werner Vermaak
4yr ago
6m
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Are Bitcoin and Ether Commodities?
What the heck is, in fact, a commodity, and why would BTC be one, but ETH isn’t one?
4yr ago
7m
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3 Crypto Trends That Died in 2022
2021 was the year of innovation in the cryptoverse. Where many new ideas and trends managed to gain a big share of the market, some turned out to be fads. Find out which trends died in 2022!
By Daniel Phillips
4yr ago
7m
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9 Funniest Memecoin Names on CMC
CoinMarketCap Academy took a good hard look at the depths of our coin rankings and collected the 9 funniest memecoin names. Read more!
4yr ago
4m
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What Was The OneCoin Scam?
A visual look at the timeline of the OneCoin scam.
By Decentralized Dog
4yr ago
2m
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Waiting for a Bull Run: Six Trends to Keep an Eye on
Waiting for the next bull run? Check out these potential trends to diversify your portfolio!
By Daniel Phillips
4yr ago
10m
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Crypto Credit vs Debit Cards
This week, CoinMarketCap Academy explains the difference between crypto credit and debits cards. Not sure which one you should go for? Let's find out!
4yr ago
5m
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How Many Bitcoins Are There?
The maximum number of Bitcoins that will ever exist is 21 million — but have you wondered how much BTC are circulating currently, and how many Bitcoins are irrevocably lost?
By Daniel Phillips
4yr ago
6m
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Is Crypto a Scam?
Are the critics right? Is crypto a scam? Check out the most common claims against crypto and the level of authenticity they hold.
4yr ago
6m
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Top DApps of 2022 for Mac and PC
This week, CoinMarketCap Academy takes a look at some popular dApps to pick the best ones for our PC and Mac users. Read more!
By Werner Vermaak
4yr ago
6m
Moderate
Crypto Basics
Binance Launchpad vs Binance Launchpool: Key Differences
CoinMarketCap Academy takes a deep dive into two of the most popular Binance tools - Launchpool and Launchpad. Read more to find out what benefits these tools offer to users!
4yr ago
8m
Easy
Crypto Basics
How to Preserve Capital During Inflation Using Cryptocurrencies?
With inflation hitting 40-year highs and hyperinflation a consistent problem in numerous countries, could stablecoins provide a way for people to store their money and avoid devaluation?
4yr ago
5m
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How to Stake Cosmos (ATOM) - 6 Best Platforms
Are you holding Cosmos (ATOM)? Why not stake those ATOMs to earn more tokens? Here is a list of six best platforms you should check out!
By Daniel Phillips
4yr ago
7m