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Crypto Custody Explained: Benefits and Risks

There is no shortage of horror stories about stolen funds, hacks and lost passwords in the crypto industry. This is where crypto custody comes into play. Casa CEO Nick Neuman breaks down three types of custodians, as well as the benefits and risks of each.

By CoinDesk Inc

Apr 19, 2023 at 3:58 p.m. UTC

Apr 19, 2023

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What Are Crypto Derivatives and How Do They Work

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What Are Crypto Derivatives and How Do They Work

As more institutional investors seek exposure to the crypto sector, financial instruments called "crypto derivatives" are particularly appealing. B2C2 CEO Nicola White explains how they work and why traders chose to trade derivatives instead of spot.

By CoinDesk Inc

Apr 13, 2023 at 3:37 p.m. UTC

Apr 13, 2023

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Bitcoin Ordinals Explained: How To Make Your First Bitcoin NFT

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Bitcoin Ordinals Explained: How To Make Your First Bitcoin NFT

NF Ts or non fungible tokens are widely known as Ethereum based tokens But now there’s a new way to create NF Ts on the Bitcoin mainnet Metagood CEO Danny Yang who inscribed one of the first collections of 10 000 NF Ts on Bitcoin explains how Ordinal NF Ts work and what’s next for [...]

By CoinDesk Inc

Apr 6, 2023 at 3:29 p.m. UTC

Apr 6, 2023

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Stablecoins Explained: 3 Things You Need to Know

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Stablecoins Explained: 3 Things You Need to Know

Stablecoins are meant to provide a predictable haven within the volatile world of cryptocurrency. Former Paxos Head of Portfolio Management and Columbia Business School Adjunct Professor Jesse Austin Campbell explains the use cases and risks you need to know about this type of cryptocurrency.

By CoinDesk Inc

Mar 22, 2023 at 9:09 p.m. UTC

Mar 22, 2023

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Ethereum's Shanghai Hard Fork: 5 Things to Know

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Ethereum's Shanghai Hard Fork: 5 Things to Know

The Shanghai Upgrade, expected in mid-April 2023, puts the final touch on Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake. Etherworld Founder Pooja Ranjan explains the significance of the network upgrade, what it means for withdrawals, ether (ETH) price and why ‘Shapella’ should now be part of your crypto vocabulary.

By CoinDesk Staff

Mar 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. UTC

Mar 16, 2023

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Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: Crypto Impact and What's Next

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Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: Crypto Impact and What's Next

The abrupt collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank prompted U S regulators to impose emergency measures to protect depositors This comes on the heels of crypto friendly Silvergate Bank’s shutdown in the same week Here’s a look at how SVB s closure is sending ripple effects across the crypto industry and what’s [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Mar 14, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. UTC

Mar 14, 2023

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Why Stablecoin USDC’s Unstable Weekend Matters

The second-largest stablecoin in crypto has restored its dollar peg after a tumultuous weekend, but it shows how important the token is in the ecosystem.

By Anna Baydakova

Mar 14, 2023 at 2:22 p.m. UTC

Mar 14, 2023

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Crypto Bank Silvergate Shutdown: 3 Key Takeaways

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Crypto Bank Silvergate Shutdown: 3 Key Takeaways

The crypto meltdown has claimed its first big casualty in the mainstream financial system. California-based Silvergate Bank plans to "voluntarily liquidate" its assets and wind down operations. Here are three key things to know about the company’s unwinding and what it means for the crypto industry and beyond.

By CoinDesk Staff

Mar 13, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. UTC

Mar 13, 2023

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What Does Web3 Actually Mean?

Brands like Nike Starbucks and Gucci have started to make big bets on Web 3 through non fungible token NFT sales or metaverse activations Web 3 has also been increasingly adopted in the crypto industry to refer to the future of the internet So what does this futurist vision actually mean Coin Desk's Doreen Wang [...]

By CoinDesk Inc

Mar 6, 2023 at 6:20 p.m. UTC

Mar 6, 2023

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What Is Staking and Why Is It In Regulators’ Crosshairs?

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What Is Staking and Why Is It In Regulators’ Crosshairs?

Staking is a popular way to earn passive income by putting your crypto investments to work. However, this process has been caught in the crosshairs of U.S. regulators. DARMA Capital Managing Partner Andrew Keys explains how staking works, as well as its pros and cons.

By CoinDesk Inc

Feb 21, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. UTC

Feb 21, 2023

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