Crypto 101: How To Invest (And Why)

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Most people’s views of cryptocurrency are shaped by headlines that focus on price. But there’s a deeper reality: This new technology is fundamentally changing how people and businesses transact, store wealth, and verify and store data.

While it’s still early in crypto’s journey, we’re getting a glimpse of the future with cryptocurrency applications that millions already use every day, such as stablecoins, global payments, and prediction markets, from household names like PayPal and Visa. Discover how cryptocurrency projects, while diverse, share a common theme: Innovators who want to improve the status quo are turning to cryptocurrency to make it possible.

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00 - Introduction
  • 01:31 - Polarizing views on cryptocurrency
  • 04:16 - Understanding blockchain
  • 07:01 - The core innovations of blockchain
  • 10:26 - Digital ownership and NFTs
  • 13:01 - Bitcoin’s performance and market perception
  • 16:46 - Evolution of the Internet & cryptocurrency's role
  • 20:31 - Bitcoin as digital gold
  • 24:11 - Ethereum’s role and smart contracts
  • 26:51 - Addressing common criticisms
  • 28:41 - Common concerns
  • 30:31 - XRP and regulatory challenges
  • 31:41 - Conclusion

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