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SWIFT: Convenient USD Payment Method
Learn about a secure USD payment method on EXMO — SWIFT, and how to deposit US Dollars directly from your bank account.
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Explained Simply: What is Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency is a decentralised medium of exchange with a distributed type of emission. Cryptocurrencies work through blockchain technology and are protected by special encryption. Breaking down the definition into its components will help describe a complex term in simple words.
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How does an exchange differ from an exchanger?
The main functions of cryptocurrency exchanges that the exchanger does not have. Difference in exchange rates and commission. Reputation and security. List of cryptocurrencies
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What is Bitcoin Gold (BTG)?
All you need to know about Bitcoin Gold: technical aspects, key differences and trading opportunities. How to buy and where to keep Bitcoin Gold (BTG).
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What is ICO in 2020
It is important to understand the main aspects of cryptocurrency if one is trading. In this article, you will learn what an ICO is, how it differs from the classic IPO, its pitfalls, and most importantly, why most of the modern cryptocurrencies are based on ERC-20.
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Interesting Facts about Ethereum: Top 10 Things All Traders Should Know
Do you want to know more about one of the most popular cryptocurrencies in the world? Let’s look at the top 10 facts about this Blockchain asset and the new era of cryptocurrencies that came after it.
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Bitcoin vs Altcoin: Differences
Bitcoin and Altcoin technical aspects. Differences for miners, investors and traders. Scaling the network and expanding the functionality. Mining equipment and technologies.
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EXMO Gift Card: what is it and how does it work?
In this article, you will learn everything about an EXMO Gift Card, which is used for quick and convenient account replenishment, transfer of crypto funds to other EXMO users, as well as outside the exchange space.
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What is Crypto Mining: Tips for Beginners
The essence of cryptocurrency mining. Why is it difficult and expensive to mine Bitcoin and popular coins? Mining equipment: proven machines and new items. Profit for new investors.
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What is Proof of Stake (PoS): Review, Staking and Comparison with Proof of Work (PoW)
This article will explain how Proof of Stake algorithm works, who created it, and how it differs from Proof of Work.
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What is a Smart Contract?
Definition of a smart contract. How smart contracts work on the Blockchain. Examples of use and possibilities of smart contracts, the future of the technology.
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What is an ERC20 token
ERC20 is deservedly considered one of the major tokens. The main feature that distinguishes ERC20 tokens from others is the fact that they are created, designed, and used on the Ethereum platform alone.
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What can you buy with Bitcoin?
The use of cryptocurrencies as an exchange medium for trading is one of the purposes of digital coins. With the development of the crypto market, digital money in many countries has acquired the status of an official means of payment.
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What is a Cryptocurrency Token: Definition, Types and Tokenization
We will simplify and use examples to tell you what a cryptocurrency token is and how it differs from cryptocurrency coins.
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Stablecoins: Definition, Features, Security and Advantages
Most cryptocurrencies were created to become a means of payment. The problem is that because of their small capitalisation, even the most popular cryptocurrencies often experience a great deal of price fluctuations. That is why, for example, a cup of coffee can cost 10 conventional coins, tomorrow it may cost 20, and the day after tomorrow, only 5. Stablecoins were created to solve such problems.
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What is the point of Bitcoin forks and when will be the next one?
Bitcoin is the unit of the first cryptocurrency based on Blockchain technology. Strong security, decentralisation and effective verification of transactions before being added to the block have created Bitcoin’s reputation and popularity. The Blockchain distributed ledger keeps records of all network participants and transactions. Each new user downloads the full Blockchain (or the last part for light wallets) in order to use the cryptocurrency wallet.
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How to find support and resistance levels
A complete guide for analysing the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies using support and resistance levels. Find out how to identify levels and analyse further price movements.
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What Is Litecoin (LTC)
The Litecoin project was developed by Charles Lee in 2011. Initially, the creator of the cryptocurrency did not plan to release new coins. His main goal was to upgrade Bitcoin, following negative feedback from Bitcoin’s holders.
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Transactions in the BTC blockchain
General principles of making transactions in the BTC blockchain. Travel payment and speed. Ways to calculate the cost of an operation. Additional delays. Transfers via altcoins.
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TOP 10 trader’s mistakes
With cryptocurrencies being popular, an increasing number of people have become interested in crypto trading. Since newbies lack the requisite experience and investment flair, many users lose money.