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		<title>How to Buy Harmony (ONE)</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-harmony-one">How to Buy Harmony (ONE)</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/author/joedewitt">Joe Dewitt</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a>. Visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a> to get more great content like this.</p>
<p>Wondering how to buy Harmony? You can purchase ONE on Uphold or Crypto.com. As the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry expands, the limitations of single-chain platforms are becoming increasingly apparent. This led to a surge in interest in cross-chain solutions like Harmony (ONE). These platforms enable seamless communication between different blockchains, allowing for greater interoperability and &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-harmony-one">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Wondering how to buy Harmony? You can purchase ONE on <a data-lasso-id="82059" href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/uphold-crypto-convertor">Uphold</a> or <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/crypto-com">Crypto.com</a>.</strong></p>



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<p>As the decentralized finance (<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi">DeFi</a>) industry expands, the limitations of single-chain platforms are becoming increasingly apparent. This led to a surge in interest in cross-chain solutions like Harmony (ONE). These platforms enable seamless communication between different blockchains, allowing for greater interoperability and efficiency in transactions. Harmony, in particular, is gaining traction due to its unique architecture that prioritizes fast transaction speeds and low fees. By addressing issues such as network congestion and scalability, cross-chain platforms like Harmony not only enhance user experience but also play a crucial role in the broader adoption of DeFi and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-blockchain">blockchain technology</a>. This evolution represents a significant step toward a more interconnected and efficient decentralized economy.</p>



<p>Looking to invest in Harmony (ONE)? Discover how to buy this token with this step-by-step guide and begin your crypto journey today!</p>


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<div class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary"><p class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__title">Contents</p><div class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__fold"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="24" height="24" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="feather feather-chevron-up"><polyline points="18 15 12 9 6 15"></polyline></svg></div><ul  class="wp-block-advanced-gutenberg-blocks-summary__list"><li><a href="#how-to-buy-harmony-one">How to Buy Harmony (ONE)</a><ul><li><a href="#1-create-an-account">1. Create an Account</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#2-deposit-funds-into-your-account">2. Deposit Funds Into Your Account</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#3-purchase-harmony-one">3. Purchase Harmony (ONE)</a><ul></ul></li></ul></li><li><a href="#what-is-harmony-coin-one">What is Harmony Coin (ONE)?</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#brief-history-of-one">Brief History of ONE</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#where-to-buy-harmony-one">Where to Buy Harmony (ONE)</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#how-to-store-harmony-one-safely">How to Store Harmony (ONE) Safely</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#trade-sell-or-convert-your-one">Trade, Sell or Convert Your ONE</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#current-crypto-prices">Current Crypto Prices</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#is-one-a-good-investment">Is ONE a Good Investment?</a><ul></ul></li><li><a href="#frequently-asked-questions">Frequently Asked Questions</a><ul></ul></li></ul></div>



<h2 id="how-to-buy-harmony-one">How to Buy Harmony (ONE)</h2>



<p>Ready to buy Harmony (ONE)? Follow these simple steps to add ONE to your crypto portfolio.</p>



<h3 id="1-create-an-account">1. Create an Account</h3>



<p>The first step to purchasing your ONE would be to open an account with an exchange like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/crypto-com">Crypto.com</a>. Before you begin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-trade-cryptocurrency">crypto trading</a> you will be required to verify your identity. This involves stating your legal first and last name. Followed by selecting the government ID you wish to use, then taking a photo and sending it in. Finally, users must send in a picture of themselves to match the form of identification previously sent.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="2-deposit-funds-into-your-account">2. Deposit Funds Into Your Account</h3>



<p>Once you have created your account you will need to link a funding method to transfer money to your account. The most common methods are debit card or credit card as well as direct transfers from your <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/types-of-bank-accounts">bank account</a>. To deposit funds into your account, navigate to the “Deposit” or “Funding” section, where you will typically find options for various <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrencies-to-invest-in-for-august-2024">cryptocurrencies</a> and fiat currencies. Select your preferred deposit method, which may include bank transfers, credit card/debit card or cryptocurrency transfers.</p>



<p>If you choose to deposit fiat money, you may need to enter your banking details and follow the prompts to complete the transaction securely. For cryptocurrency deposits, you&#8217;ll be given a wallet address to send your coins, which you must copy and paste into your <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-crypto-wallet">cryptocurrency wallet</a> for transfer. Make sure to double-check all details before confirming the transaction, as deposits usually take some time to process and can vary based on the method you choose. Once the funds are deposited, you should receive a confirmation, and the available balance will reflect in your account shortly.</p>



<h3 id="3-purchase-harmony-one">3. Purchase Harmony (ONE)</h3>



<p>Once you have linked a payment method, you are now able to begin purchasing ONE. Navigate to the trading section and search for the Harmony coin (ONE). Select the option to buy tokens and enter your desired amount. Review the order details carefully before confirming the transaction.&nbsp;After your purchase is complete, it&#8217;s advisable to move your Harmony (ONE) tokens to a secure wallet for safekeeping, especially if you plan to hold them long-term.</p>



<h2 id="what-is-harmony-coin-one">What is Harmony Coin (ONE)?</h2>



<p>Harmony is a layer-2 blockchain platform designed to facilitate the creation and use of decentralized applications (<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-are-decentralized-applications">dApps</a>) on the<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-ethereum">Ethereum network</a>. Harmony focuses on processing validation speed by incorporating something called sharding. Sharding splits a blockchain company’s entire network into smaller partitions known as shards in order to improve latency across the network. This allows for Harmony’s 2-second transaction finality with 100 times lower fees than other blockchain transactions.</p>



<p>Harmony has a governance token known as ONE, which represents voting power on the project. ONE operates on the effective proof-of-stake (PoS) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/blockchain-consensus-explained">mechanism</a>, which allows for energy-efficient and low-cost node validations. Another benefit of PoS is the prevention of centralization. This is because validators with a large amount of staked tokens are obligated to run more nodes, while validators with less stake run fewer nodes. Harmony now has more than 1,000 active nodes — 640 of them being run by the community.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="brief-history-of-one">Brief History of ONE</h2>



<p>Harmony was founded in 2014 by a team of 12 people — seven of them former employees at Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), Google LLC (NASDAQ: GOOGL), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN). ONE reached its all-time high on Oct. 26, 2021 with a price of $0.3798 per token. The current market capitalization for Harmony is roughly $175 million with a circulation supply of 14.12 billion ONE.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="where-to-buy-harmony-one">Where to Buy Harmony (ONE)</h2>



<p>You can buy ONE on several <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/top-crypto-exchanges">crypto exchanges</a> including Crypto.com and Uphold. Make sure to always do your own research before <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-cryptocurrencies">buying cryptocurrency</a>, as they are very volatile assets. </p>


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<h2 id="how-to-store-harmony-one-safely">How to Store Harmony (ONE) Safely</h2>



<p>When thinking about how to store your cryptocurrency there are two paths to choose from: software wallets and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-hardware-wallets">hardware wallets</a>. A software wallet is an application on your computer or mobile device; a hardware wallet is a special type of cryptocurrency wallet that stores the user’s private keys in a secure physical device. This keeps your private key information off your computer and on the external device.&nbsp;</p>



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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Launched in 2014, Ledger has transformed into a fast-paced, growing company developing infrastructure and security solutions for cryptocurrencies as well as blockchain applications for companies and individuals. Born in Paris, the company has since expanded to more than 130 employees in France and San Francisco.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With 1,500,000 Ledger wallets already sold in 165 countries, the company aims at securing the new disruptive class of crypto assets. Ledger has developed a distinctive operating system called BOLOS, which it integrates to a secure chip for its line of wallets. So far, Ledger takes pride in being the only market player to provide this technology.</span></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ledger-hardware-wallet" data-lasso-id="82063">Ledger</a> is the most recognized and most credited hardware wallet currently available. The device is primarily an offline hardware wallet. Ledger also connects to <a href="https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/mobile-device-tips/what-is-bluetooth/1/" data-lasso-id="82064">Bluetooth</a> and USB, depending on whether you want to use your computer or mobile device. Ledger’s application also makes it much easier to secure, store and manage your assets.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Trust Wallet is a decentralized mobile software wallet, which means that it does not hold your funds so everything is on the blockchain. The best part is that Trust Wallet encrypts all of its users’ personal information and keys.</p>



<h2 id="trade-sell-or-convert-your-one">Trade, Sell or Convert Your ONE</h2>



<p>Once you have accumulated some ONE, you can trade, sell or convert it.&nbsp;The process of trading generally implies trading off of market structures and indicators, with the purpose of making profits in a respectable time frame. The process of selling is different, as the goal is to end your position with that asset. An alternative to selling could be converting ONE to another cryptocurrency. This can be done through a variety of <a data-lasso-id="82065" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-liquidity-provider-tokens-work/">decentralized exchanges (DEX)</a>. Essentially, instead of selling your position for fiat, you can convert your ONE to another crypto of your choosing and receive the same dollar-value amount of that crypto.</p>



<h2 id="current-crypto-prices">Current Crypto Prices</h2>



<p>The total market cap for all cryptocurrencies is roughly less than $2.1 trillion. The current crypto market structure seems to continue trending upwards as the DeFi industry continues to expand, although long-term market structure will depend largely on whether price action can hold current levels of support.</p>


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                    <div class="coin-price">$1.00</div>
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                        Solana
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                        Figure Heloc
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                                            <div class="coin-symbol">FIGR_HELOC</div>
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<h2 id="is-one-a-good-investment">Is ONE a Good Investment?</h2>



<p>If you believe in decentralized solutions and are looking to diversify your portfolio with layer-2 platforms, ONE may be a great choice for you. If you are looking to accumulate quick gains with high returns, then ONE may not be the best option for you. Always make sure to do your own research before investing in cryptocurrency.</p>


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<h2 id="frequently-asked-questions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>


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        <h3 class="text-blue-light_40 font-manrope text-blue-nocollight_30 text-sm not-italic w-full leading-5 m-0 font-bold  " itemprop="name"> Do I need to have a wallet to buy Harmony (ONE)?</h3>
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        <div class="text-blue-light_40 font-manrope text-blue-nocollight_30 text-sm not-italic w-full leading-5 m-0 font-medium" itemprop="text"><p>No, you do not need to have a wallet to buy Harmony (ONE), as you can purchase it through various cryptocurrency exchanges.</p>
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        <div class="text-blue-light_40 font-manrope text-blue-nocollight_30 text-sm not-italic w-full leading-5 m-0 font-medium" itemprop="text"><p>No, Harmony (ONE) cannot be directly purchased with fiat currency. It can only be acquired through cryptocurrency exchanges using other digital currencies such as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment-in-august-2024">Bitcoin</a> or <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-ethereum-a-good-investment">Ethereum</a> as trading pairs.</p>
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        <div class="text-blue-light_40 font-manrope text-blue-nocollight_30 text-sm not-italic w-full leading-5 m-0 font-medium" itemprop="text"><p>No, there is no minimum or maximum amount of Harmony (ONE) that you can buy. You can purchase as little or as much Harmony (ONE) as you would like, depending on your investment goals and budget.</p>
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<p>Decided Bitcoin will reach $100,000 in 2023 already? You can buy Bitcoin on Webull, HYCM, Uphold, eToro and Gemini! From its creation initiating an entire industry of decentralization to its current valuation over $2 trillion, Bitcoin is the first decentralized peer-to-peer cryptocurrency that introduced the world to blockchain technology. Out of a simple white paper &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/can-bitcoin-reach-100000-in-2024">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Decided Bitcoin will reach $100,000 in 2023 already? You can buy Bitcoin on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/webull-crypto" data-lasso-id="82242">Webull</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/hycm" data-lasso-id="82243">HYCM</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/uphold-crypto-convertor" data-lasso-id="82244">Uphold</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/etoro" data-lasso-id="82245">eToro</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/gemini-crypto" data-lasso-id="82246">Gemini</a>!</strong></p>




<p>From its creation initiating an entire industry of decentralization to its current valuation over $2 trillion, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/" data-lasso-id="82247">Bitcoin</a> is the first decentralized peer-to-peer <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrency/" data-lasso-id="82248">cryptocurrency</a> that introduced the world to blockchain technology. Out of a simple white paper from the alias Satoshi Nakamoto, the crypto market became a massive draw in the investing world.</p>




<p>As the price of Bitcoin fluctuates, many people wonder — will Bitcoin reach $100,000 in 2022? To find the answer, Benzinga breaks down some of Bitcoin’s previous price cycles, trading volume, previous investment advice and how this digital currency is still at the top of the heap. </p>



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            <a href="#is-bitcoin-at-100000-possible-or-impossible">Is it Possible For Bitcoin Reach $100,000 in 2024?</a>
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            <a href="#benefits-of-investing-in-bitcoin">Benefits of Investing in Bitcoin</a>
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            <a href="#cons-of-investing-in-bitcoin">Cons of Investing in Bitcoin</a>
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            <a href="#best-online-exchanges-to-buy-bitcoin">Best Online Exchanges to Buy Bitcoin</a>
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<h2 id="is-bitcoin-at-100000-possible-or-impossible">Is it Possible For Bitcoin Reach $100,000 in 2024?</h2>




<p>Bitcoin is a volatile asset, making it incredibly hard to predict its future price. One way to examine if it is possible for Bitcoin to go to $100,000 is to take a look at the previous market cycles’ price actions.&nbsp;</p>




<p>At the time of its launch in 2009, Bitcoin traded for less than a penny. About a year later, Bitcoin had its first rally, appreciating to over $30 per BTC. A few months later, Bitcoin entered its first bear market, reaching a floor of about $2.</p>




<p>Fast forward to 2013 when Bitcoin entered another rally reaching all-time highs of over $1,200 — leading to a 40,000% return on investment for investors who bought at the previous all-time high. Over the next year, Bitcoin depreciated to under $200.&nbsp;</p>




<p>In 2017, Bitcoin entered another bull market, appreciating to about $20,000 — an 800% return from the previous high of $1,200. The following years would develop into a bear market for Bitcoin, hitting a local low of about $3,200.</p>




<p>The post-COVID rally marked an all-time high for Bitcoin at right under $65,000 per coin &nbsp;— within the next few months, the price of Bitcoin consolidated, with a low touching $29,000.</p>




<p>In November 2021, Bitcoin gained heavy momentum that led to new all-time highs of about $69,000. Over the following months, the price fell to $42,000 soon after. Multiple global economic crises and 2 catastrophic crypto company implosions (FTX and Terra Luna) brought Bitcoin well below $20,000 in 2022. In early 2023 Bitcoin saw a surprising pump, breaking a few major resistance levels. After this resurgence, Bitcoin has a much greater chance to reach $100,000 in 2024, but there is no guarantee as the crypto market slowly recovers from the aforementioned collapses and competes with forthcoming regulations from the Securities and Exchange Commission. </p>




<p>If these Bitcoin bull cycles continue to grow modestly as previous cycles have demonstrated, it is possible for Bitcoin to reach $100,000. That would put Bitcoin’s market cap at roughly $2 trillion, not far behind Microsoft&#8217;s market cap of $2.4 trillion, which seems almost impossible for a payment system that’s fully decentralized. </p>




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<p>Block rewards and market sentiment make up two factors that have a role in determining the value of Bitcoin. Every 4 years the amount of Bitcoin rewarded to miners halves, slowly changing the supply in circulation, which affects the price. This is why crypto experts often cannot offer financial advice based on a price prediction.</p>




<p>The current market sentiment around Bitcoin has started to fall as the price has stagnated throughout 2023. Although many investors think this reduction may be the start of a bear market, it is probably too early to make such a claim. Until Bitcoin falls below its current level of support and forms lower lows, it is still possible the price may gain upwards momentum over the following months. </p>




<h2 id="will-bitcoin-be-unstable-at-100000">Will Bitcoin Be Unstable at $100,000?</h2>




<p>Historically, when Bitcoin reaches an all-time high and its price has topped, the price drops in a short period of time. After this drop in price, consolidation occurs before it enters the next bull run, which leads to dramatically volatile prices. If these historic cycles of Bitcoin price continue, it is likely that Bitcoin will not be a stable asset any time soon. </p>




<p>The average price has fluctuated quite a bit over the past few years, and investment advisors sometimes avoid crypto because they want more stability for their clients, especially if you don’t have a healthy risk appetite. Yes, Bitcoin is the largest cryptocurrency, but you will need to transition to a stablecoin if you want true “stability” and greater predictability. </p>




<h2 id="benefits-of-investing-in-bitcoin">Benefits of Investing in Bitcoin</h2>




<p>Investors gain many benefits by investing in Bitcoin.&nbsp; One of the most appealing aspects would be its finite supply — where there will only ever be 21,000,000 BTC ever minted.&nbsp;</p>




<p>A key value of Bitcoin is the code it’s built on, which has inspired the quickly growing decentralized finance (DeFi) industry. Blockchain and consensus mechanisms have enabled the future of smart contracts and peer-to-peer transactions, essentially creating an entire industry of decentralization.&nbsp;</p>




<p>Another benefit of investing in BTC is that the market never closes, which allows traders to buy or sell Bitcoin at any time of the day. This feature makes it extremely easy for traders to take profits as they don&#8217;t have to wait for markets to open to liquidate their positions. </p>




<p>Crypto enthusiasts can add or subtract from the market capitalization of BTC at any time, asset managers can trade on behalf of their clients or they can transition to another cryptoasset, if needed. </p>




<h2 id="cons-of-investing-in-bitcoin">Cons of Investing in Bitcoin</h2>




<p>A major con of investing in Bitcoin is that it is a hard asset to value, leading to its volatility. It’s important to consider that the value of speculative assets like crypto, art and gold comes from what people are willing to pay for them.</p>




<p>A price change on Bitcoin can be quite severe, and you can lose fiat currency if you’re trying to take short positions. Plus, the crypto market is not the same as a foreign exchange. You can study countries and their geopolitical or socioeconomic histories. An investment decision for cryptoassets can only be so informed, and these naturally risky assets are such that market participants may need to take advantage of a good opportunity over and over with short positions.</p>




<p>Yes, holding Bitcoin over many, many years may have made you money, but the platform has not held value, making value investing difficult. </p>




<p>Another con of Bitcoin is its limited use case. Bitcoin is best used as a store of value whereas other cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum have more diverse use cases. Bitcoin fees are relatively high, making it hard to complete transactions for micropayments or even day-to-day transactions. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-alt-coins/" data-lasso-id="82249">Altcoins</a> provide different features for small transactions like these.</p>




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<p>Bitcoin relies on the arguably outdated proof-of-work consensus mechanism, where computers validate blocks of transactions by solving mathematical puzzles every 10 minutes. This is the process known as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/cryptocurrency-mining/" data-lasso-id="82250">mining</a> cryptocurrency.</p>




<p>The first computer to solve the puzzle and clear the transaction is rewarded a small portion of BTC. Every 4 years the block reward for Bitcoin is cut in half, known as the “halving.” Historically, Bitcoin has entered bull markets around the halving. The rewards have a direct impact on the supply of BTC in circulation, which impacts price. You can read more about the technical aspects of Bitcoin from its <a href="https://bitcoin.org/en/bitcoin-paper" data-lasso-id="82251">whitepaper</a>.</p>




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<h2 id="bitcoin-as-an-investment">So, Can Bitcoin Reach $100,000 in 2024?</h2>




<p>As an investment, Bitcoin is completely speculative. A large following believes the DeFi space is a bubble waiting to burst. Others feel that DeFI is the most revolutionary technology humans have ever built, and it will completely restructure society. Bitcoin could certainly reach $100,000 in 2024 but the community is split whether or not it will actually happen.<br>If you are looking to invest in a long-term crypto project, then Bitcoin may be a great investment for you. Remember —  don&#8217;t invest more than you can afford to lose since Bitcoin will probably continue to be a volatile asset.</p>



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<p>Want to jump straight to the answer? SoFi is better for novice traders, and Webull is better for low transaction fees. SoFi Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI), a brokerage that offers a variety of cryptocurrencies takes a modern approach to personal finance by incorporating a social aspect where you can see users&#8217; investment allocations. The simplicity &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/sofi-vs-webull">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Want to jump straight to the answer? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/sofi-crypto" data-lasso-id="67688">SoFi</a> is better for novice traders, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/webull-crypto" data-lasso-id="67689">Webull</a> is better for low transaction fees.</strong></p>



<p>SoFi Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI), a brokerage that offers a variety of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrency/" data-lasso-id="67690">cryptocurrencies</a> takes a modern approach to personal finance by incorporating a social aspect where you can see users&#8217; investment allocations. The simplicity of the SoFi platform makes it perfect for beginning and intermediate traders.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Webull is primarily a stock brokerage, although it does offer a few options for crypto. The platform&#8217;s intuitive features cater to more experienced and self-directed investors but can still be learned fairly easily. </p>



<p>***<strong><em>As of November 2023, SoFi decided to end its crypto services by the end of that calendar year. However, this review offers a wealth of unique information about both platforms that could still be useful to you.</em></strong></p>


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<h2 id="what-is-a-cryptocurrency-brokerage">What is a Cryptocurrency Brokerage?</h2>



<p>Cryptocurrency brokers are intermediaries that facilitate the buying and selling of cryptocurrency. Neither SoFi or Webull are solely cryptocurrency brokers, as crypto is just a small portion of their offerings. However, both platforms let investors buy and sell certain digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin. Whereas the market sets the price of cryptocurrency assets through buy and sell orders, brokerages set the price of assets on their platform.</p>



<p>Examples of popular cryptocurrency exchanges are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/coinbase" data-lasso-id="67691">Coinbase</a> and Gemini. Both SoFi and Webull are brokerages, making it particularly easy to buy and sell cryptocurrency on these platforms. Simply connect and fund your account, and you&#8217;re ready to start buying cryptocurrencies.</p>



<h2 id="important-features-to-look-for-in-brokerages">Important Features to Look For in Brokerages</h2>



<p>When finding what brokerage that works best for you, be sure to consider the security of the platform, supported coins and trading features. Security should be most important to fully protect your assets. Take a look at what coins are supported on the brokerage to make sure it has the crypto you want to invest in. It is also nice to look at different trading features, as some platforms offer different screeners and chart intervals.&nbsp;</p>



<p>These small variables make a huge difference when it comes to the trading experience. Most exchanges like to focus on a specific feature and make it their selling point; make sure to consider all the options out there before picking what exchange works best for you.&nbsp;</p>


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<h3 id="features-on-sofi">Features on SoFi</h3>



<p>SoFi offers a great social investing aspect where you can see popular investors&#8217; portfolios to help make educated trades. It offers a mobile app as well as a market comparison section and a learning page to educate new traders. SoFi functions as a perfect way for users to start purchasing crypto without understanding the more advanced technical aspects. Another nice feature it provides is $10 of free Bitcoin for opening an account.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Trading on Webull is highly customizable, and you can view several charts at once. While not as simple as SoFi&#8217;s interface, Webull certainly has more flexibility and in-depth trading indicators that you can use to your advantage. If you&#8217;re an intermediate or experienced trader, then Webull may be a better platform for your needs.</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re a novice trader, then you may find Webull&#8217;s mobile app may be the better option for you. It&#8217;s easy to setup, and the interface is more inviting to beginners.</p>


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<p>Webull offers traders technical indicators, ratings from research agencies and an economic calendar. Its mobile app option lets you trade on the go. The application, available on iOS and Android, is easy to use and set up. Plus, the platform charges no account maintenance or opening fees.</p>



<p>Webull also offers options, fractional share investing and ETF trading on its platform for stocks. If you&#8217;re looking to make all your investments in one place, Webull is a great option. While SoFi also offers other investment vehicles too, we&#8217;ve found that Webull offers more flexibility for trading strategies involving options and other trading derivatives.</p>



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<h2 id="sofi-fees-vs-webull-fees">SoFi Fees vs. Webull Fees</h2>



<p>SoFi offers lower fees than most of its competitors, with a fixed 1.25% fee on all transactions. Fees on other exchanges may approach 4%, so SoFi certainly offers competitive rates.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Webull does not charge any direct transaction fees for cryptocurrency trades. There is a catch, however. Webull charges spread of 100 basis points, which is equal to a 1% markup.</p>



<h2 id="security-features-on-sofi-vs-webull">Security Features on SoFi vs. Webull</h2>



<p>SoFi uses tools such as SSL encryption and 2-factor authentication to ensure user security.&nbsp;</p>



<p>SoFi also has a partnership with <strong>Coinbase Global Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ: COIN), known for its security, to facilitate crypto transactions. Partnering with Coinbase adds to the security measures SoFi has already put in place.</p>



<p>Webull offers the option to use a 2-step login to ensure user security. Webull’s parent company ,Webull Financial LLC, is a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corp. (SIPC). Webull protects the securities of its members from fraud (not trading losses) up to $500,000.</p>


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<p>When deciding what exchange works best for you, it’s important to take a look at the supported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-alt-coins/" data-lasso-id="67693">altcoins</a> on the platform. Each exchange offers a different variety of altcoins. and you’ll want to make sure that you can purchase the crypto you are looking for.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="sofi-altcoins-not-on-webull">SoFi Altcoins Not on Webull</h3>



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<li>Cosmos (ATOM)</li>



<li>Tezos (XTZ)</li>



<li>Filecoin (FIL)</li>



<li>Synthetix (SNX)</li>



<li>Polkadot (DOT)</li>



<li>Compound (COMP)</li>



<li>Polygon (MATIC)</li>



<li>SushiSwap (SUSHI)</li>



<li>Enjin Coin (ENJ)</li>



<li>Maker (MKR)</li>



<li>Bancor (BNT)</li>
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<h3 id="webull-altcoins-not-on-sofi">Webull Altcoins not on SoFi</h3>



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<li>Zcash (ZEC)</li>



<li>Dash (DASH)</li>



<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-shiba-inu/" data-lasso-id="67694">Shiba Inu</a> (SHIB)</li>
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<h2 id="so-sofi-or-webull">So, SoFi or Webull?</h2>



<p>If you are new to purchasing crypto and like the idea of incorporating a social aspect into your investing, then SoFi would be a great platform for you. If you are an experienced trader looking for a more robust trading platform with a variety of technical indicators, then look no further than Webull.</p>


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<p>After the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, the DeFi community looked to develop ways to scale Bitcoin. Two solutions were proposed by developers — increase the average block size or exclude parts of the transaction to fit more data.&#160; After much disagreement amongst the community, Bitcoin Cash was launched in 2017, increasing the size of &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-forking-in-cryptocurrency">Continued</a></p>
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<p>After the launch of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/">Bitcoin</a> in 2009, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi/">DeFi</a> community looked to develop ways to scale Bitcoin. Two solutions were proposed by developers — increase the average block size or exclude parts of the transaction to fit more data.&nbsp;</p>



<p>After much disagreement amongst the community, Bitcoin Cash was launched in 2017, increasing the size of blocks to between 8 MB and 32 MB, which made it possible to process more transactions than Bitcoin’s previous capacity. Even so, what does forking mean for financial institutions, how does it impact crypto traders and what will central banks do about these currencies.</p>


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<h2 id="overview-of-blockchain">Overview of Blockchain</h2>



<p>Blockchain is a database, a collection of information stored electronically on a computer system. That data is kept secure though a consensus mechanism, the most prevalent being the Proof-of-Work (PoW) and Proof-of-Stake (PoS) mechanisms. These mechanisms are used to achieve agreement and security across the decentralized network.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The blockchain is formed by the individual assembly of “blocks,” where each block contains multiple transactions converted to a hash. When a new block is mined, the hash of the last block in the chain combines with a new set of transactions and creates a fixed-length hash for its newly created block. </p>



<p>Because these hashes are fixed, they secure the network because no one could estimate the amount of data under that hash. Yes, hours and hours of electricity are used to power these networks. While trying to use the lowest amount of electricity possible is important for many projects, it’s important to remember that forking is often better than letting a network balloon out of control.</p>



<h2 id="what-is-forking-in-cryptocurrency">What is Forking in Cryptocurrency?</h2>



<p>A fork takes place when groups of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/cryptocurrency-mining/">miners</a> and developers can&#8217;t agree on updates to the blockchain network. As a result, one group continues to operate under the same rules, while the other branches off and generates a new blockchain with updated software.&nbsp;Forks are common in the cryptocurrency industry as currencies grow and developers want projects to move in different directions.</p>



<p>However, there’s no need for a massive schism that breaks up the original entity. Instead, the forking developers simply move in a new direction, create a new name and continue as they see fit while the original token stays its course. </p>



<h2 id="hard-fork-vs-soft-fork">Hard Fork vs. Soft Fork</h2>



<p>A hard fork refers to a radical change to a blockchain protocol which results in two branches, one that follows the previous protocol and one that follows the new protocol. Once a user hard forks a protocol, that version rejects all transactions from the original protocol.</p>



<p>A soft fork, on the other hand, is a change in software protocol where only previous transaction blocks are made invalid. The soft fork is backwards compatible, as opposed to a hard fork that requires all nodes to be upgraded to agree.</p>



<h2 id="biggest-forks-in-crypto-history">Biggest Forks in Crypto History</h2>



<p>There have been many forks in crypto history. Here is a quick rundown of the biggest forks in the cryptocurrency realm.</p>



<h3 id="bitcoin-cash-fork">Bitcoin Cash Fork</h3>


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<p>The Bitcoin Cash fork was a result of the disagreement within the Bitcoin community, which was created to accommodate a larger block size and allow more transactions on the blockchain. Since it’s fork from Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash underwent another fork in 2018 and split into Bitcoin Cash ABC and Bitcoin Cash SV (Satoshi Vision). This disagreement was due to protocol updates that incorporated larger block sizes on Bitcoin Cash.</p>



<p>While a larger block size helps scale blockchains, it limits the degree of decentralization due to the large amounts of data that have to be stored from larger block sizes.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Dogecoin was launched by Billy Markus as essentially a weekend project. The founder had previously made an Animal Crossing inspired token — BELLS. This token received little credibility and was disregarded, although he found himself in a IRC chat room, where someone had linked dogecoin.com.&nbsp;</p>



<p>At the bottom of the website was a message along the lines of “contact if you want to make this a real coin.” Billy seized the opportunity and reached out, finishing the project that same night. A few days later the project launched as the infamous Dogecoin.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="ethereum-classic-fork">Ethereum Classic Fork</h3>


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<p>In 2017, a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) raised over $150 million worth of Ethereum. This DAO was hacked due to vulnerabilities in its code base. Essentially, the hacker was able to send a large amount of ETH while subsequently “asking” the DAO smart contract to give it back. This process was repeated several times, which is known as a recursive call vulnerability and was never patched.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Ethereum blockchain was eventually hard-forked to restore the stolen funds, although not all parties agreed. This led to the network splitting into 2 distinct blockchains — Ethereum and Ethereum Classic.</p>



<h3 id="solana-shutdown-fork-accident">Solana Shutdown Fork Accident</h3>



<p>In September 2021, Solana had a network shutdown incident where $12 billion was locked on the network. This was caused by an unknown load of 400,000 transactions per second and the network is only able to handle 50,000 transactions per second.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The network was unable to verify what was true and what wasn&#8217;t so the blockchain started forking, leading to parallel blockchains. This forking led to excessive memory consumption, causing nodes to go offline. Eventually the validator community elected to restart the network.&nbsp;Once the network was down, validators and developers were able to verify which smart contracts were true. No investors lost their assets.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="investing-in-cryptocurrency-forks">Investing in Cryptocurrency Forks</h2>



<p>There are many different forked cryptocurrencies to choose from, but their utility and value may be questionable. The most promising and most established is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/litecoin-price-prediction/">Litecoin</a>, which has established itself as a useful asset for microtransactions, making it much easier for individuals to send payments without high fees.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Take a close look at forked cryptocurrencies before you proceed with investment. And like any financial commitment, never invest more than you can afford to lose.</p>


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<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-forking-in-cryptocurrency">What Is Forking in Cryptocurrency?</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/author/joedewitt">Joe Dewitt</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a>. Visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a> to get more great content like this.</p>
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<p>Decided Near protocol is a good investment? You can purchase NEAR with fiat on Uphold! As technology continues to advance, developers are constantly looking for new networks to build their projects on. NEAR Protocol offers a wide range of utilities for both developers and investors.&#160; Other Layer 1 networks have become flooded with transactions, leading &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-near-protocol-a-good-investment">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Decided Near protocol is a good investment? You can purchase NEAR with fiat on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/uphold-crypto-convertor/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Uphold" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Uphold</a>!</strong></p>



<p>As technology continues to advance, developers are constantly looking for new networks to build their projects on. NEAR Protocol offers a wide range of utilities for both developers and investors.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Other Layer 1 networks have become flooded with transactions, leading to an increase in gas fees. NEAR Protocol has a different approach to combating high gas fees by using its signature Doomslug mechanism. Here is a look at how NEAR aims to eliminate the barriers to Web3 adoption.</p>


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<h2 id="what-is-near">What Is NEAR?</h2>



<p>NEAR Protocol is a Layer 1 blockchain designed as a community-run cloud computing platform that provides an environment to host the creation of other decentralized applications (DApps) like non-fungible tokens (NFTs).</p>



<p>The NEAR network is secured through a proof-of-stake variation consensus mechanism called Doomslug. Doomslug has two rounds of consensus, where the block is finalized after the first communication round, allowing for relatively instant block confirmations by having validators take turns verifying blocks, rather than competing directly.</p>



<p>NEAR uses Nightshade technology, a variation of sharding, which improves its transaction scalability. Sharding allows for a more scalable approach by splitting the blockchain transaction history so that each shard can be processed in parallel.</p>



<p>The project was founded by Erik Trautman, an entrepreneur who previously worked on Wall Street. Co-founders include Illia Polosukhin, who formerly worked at <strong>Alphabet Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ: GOOGL), and Alexander Skidanov, a computer scientist who previously worked at <strong>Microsoft Corp.</strong> (NASDAQ: MSFT).</p>



<h2 id="near-price-history">NEAR Price History</h2>


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<p>The total supply of NEAR is 1 billion tokens with a current market cap of roughly $2.5 billion after the depegging of Terra, ranking it in the top 20 coins by market cap. The network launched its mainnet on April 22, 2020. Since its launch, NEAR has been used for processing transactions, storing data, running validator nodes and providing governance for the network. </p>



<h2 id="near-competition">NEAR Competition</h2>



<p>The NEAR network hosts the creation of other DApps that makes the project a direct competitor with other Layer 1 platforms like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-ethereum-a-good-investment/">Ethereum</a>, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-solana/">Solana</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-avalanche-avax/">Avalanche</a>. These networks have much more credibility in the community, which gives them an upper hand when it comes to a potential return on investment. However, people seem to feel that there is room for more Layer 1 networks within the crypto industry.</p>



<h2 id="how-to-buy-near">How to Buy NEAR</h2>



<p>You can buy NEAR on Crypto.com. A centralized <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-brokers-cryptocurrencies/">exchange</a> like Crypto.com is a great choice for individuals to start buying cryptocurrency. Before you begin trading you will be required to verify your identity by stating your legal first and last name, uploading a photo of your government ID you wish to use, and sending in a photo of yourself.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


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<h3 id="best-hardware-wallet-ledger">Best Hardware Wallet: Ledger</h3>



<p>Ledger is the most recognized offline hardware wallet currently available. It connects to Bluetooth and USB, depending on whether you want to use your computer or mobile device. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ledger-hardware-wallet/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Ledger’s" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Ledger’s</a> application also makes it much easier to secure, store and manage your assets.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="best-software-wallet-trust-wallet">Best Software Wallet: Trust Wallet</h3>



<p>Trust Wallet is a decentralized mobile software wallet that does not hold your funds, leaving everything on the blockchain. The best part is that Trust Wallet encrypts users’ personal information and keys.&nbsp;</p>


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<h2 id="cryptocurrency-market-outlook">Cryptocurrency Market Outlook</h2>



<p>The current market sentiment around crypto has started to fall as the price of blue-chip cryptos like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/">Bitcoin</a> and Ethereum have continued to decrease over the last few months. Although many investors think this reduction may be the start of a bear market, it is probably too early to make such a claim. The following months will be very important for determining the future of the crypto market as it tries to recover after the depegging of Terra.</p>


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<h2 id="is-near-a-good-investment">Is NEAR a Good Investment?</h2>



<p>NEAR is a promising network with the capacity to host other applications. Within the future, influential projects may be built on the network. Looking down the pipeline, it is speculated that a native stablecoin (called USN) on the Near Protocol was launched in April 2022 &#8211; an event that has ignited DeFi capital rotation into the Near ecosystem, siphoning the total value locked from other alternative layer-one protocols. </p>



<p>For investors looking to diversify into other Layer 1 networks, NEAR may be a great investment for you. For investors looking to make high returns in a short period, NEAR may not be the best investment for you.</p>


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<p>In 2008 a whitepaper was released introducing one of the most revolutionary pieces of technology ever created, Bitcoin. Since its creation, blockchain and consensus mechanisms have enabled the future of smart contracts and peer-to-peer transactions, essentially creating the entire industry of decentralized finance (DeFi).&#160; Traditionally, Bitcoin has been one of the most volatile assets to &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-bitcoin">Continued</a></p>
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<p>In 2008 a whitepaper was released introducing one of the most revolutionary pieces of technology ever created, Bitcoin. Since its creation, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-blockchain/">blockchain</a> and consensus mechanisms have enabled the future of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/smart-contracts-for-beginners/">smart contracts</a> and peer-to-peer transactions, essentially creating the entire industry of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi/">decentralized finance (DeFi)</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Traditionally, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/">Bitcoin</a> has been one of the most volatile assets to ever exist and there is no evidence of that changing anytime soon. As price continues to fluctuate, many individuals ask themselves, when is the right time to actually purchase Bitcoin?&nbsp;</p>


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<h2 id="is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-bitcoin">Is Now A Good Time To Buy Bitcoin?</h2>



<p>Considering Bitcoin is extremely volatile, predicting the best time to buy can be difficult. To help us determine when the best time to buy may be, it is important to take a look at previous market cycles.</p>



<p>After the Bitcoin rally in 2013, the price of Bitcoin depreciated from $1,200 down to $200 leading to a nearly 85% decrease in value. The rally in 2017 marked all-time highs for Bitcoin, reaching roughly $20,000. Within the following years the price of Bitcoin depreciated to about $3,200. This bear market led to over an 80% decrease in value from the local high.</p>



<p>Taking a look at the current Bitcoin cycle which started in 2020, price reached all-time highs of $69,000 and eventually fell to roughly $29,000. Now although this cycle may not be over, historical price movement tells us that the price of Bitcoin may fall lower.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In situations like these where price is extremely volatile, the best way to purchase Bitcoin would be to dollar-cost average. Dollar-cost averaging is an investment strategy where an individual divides up the total amount they want to invest and makes purchases periodically rather than one large purchase.&nbsp;</p>



<p>For example, Bitcoin price drops to $20,000 after a purchase at $45,000. Now that investor is down over 50%. Well if the investor dollar-cost averaged they could have made smaller purchases as price decreased, lowering their average buy-in price.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Alternatively, Bitcoin rises to $65,000 after a purchase at $45,000. If the investor dollar-cost averaged their price, they would have missed a small amount of profits, although they would be much safer. This is a much more efficient way to purchase Bitcoin while minimizing the risk and maximizing reward.</p>



<h2 id="what-determines-the-value-of-bitcoin">What Determines the Value of Bitcoin?</h2>



<p>In a literal sense, the value of Bitcoin is determined by network effects, meaning that the value is derived by the amount of individuals trading Bitcoin. More literally, Bitcoin’s price is determined by supply and demand for the coin. As more people want to purchase Bitcoin, the price will increase, as supply is relatively stable.t. Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency created, initiating an entire industry of decentralized finance.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Block rewards and market sentiment also play a role in determining the value of Bitcoin. Every 4 years the amount of Bitcoin rewarded to miners halves, slowly changing the supply in circulation, which affects the price.</p>



<h2 id="why-is-bitcoin-moving">Why Is Bitcoin Moving?</h2>



<p>When looking at how assets move, it is important to consider the macro-psychology behind these markets. Traditionally when Bitcoin rallys, decentralized finance and cryptocurrency gain a lot of media attention. This attention is followed by what is called ‘the development stage’.</p>



<p>This is where more developers turn to building smart contracts and every day individuals start to realize the impact and importance of blockchain technology. Inevitably, the development stage brings new technology, which then brings more media attention and more users, eventually restarting the entire cycle.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Taking a look at this 2020-2022 cycle, it seems as if cryptocurrency and DeFi have experienced a peak in media attention. Market sentiment has also been falling as the price of Bitcoin has struggled to gain momentum, indicating this may be the beginning of the development stage.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="can-bitcoin-hit-a-new-alltime-high-in-2022">Can Bitcoin Hit A New All-Time High In 2022?</h2>



<p>It is definitely possible for Bitcoin to hit a new all-time high in 2022 considering its extreme volatility, although price would need to see some buying pressure. If Bitcoin establishes another leg of its cycle, the price will have the potential to go above $70,000. In order for this to happen Bitcoin needs to clear it’s strong resistance at $58,000. Breaking these levels would make Bitcoin even more volatile as these are well-established levels of resistance.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="where-to-buy-bitcoin">Where to Buy Bitcoin</h2>



<p>Traders can choose from many different <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-brokers-cryptocurrencies/">crypto exchanges</a>, a few of them being <strong>Coinbase Global Inc. </strong>(NASDAQ: COIN), Webull, eToro, Gemini and Voyager. A centralized exchange is a great way for individuals to start buying cryptocurrency. Make sure to take a look at what each exchange has to offer, as they do offer different features for investors.&nbsp;</p>


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<h2 id="will-bitcoin-keep-crashing">Will Bitcoin Keep Crashing?</h2>



<p>Historically, when Bitcoin reaches an all-time high and its price has topped, the price drops in a short period of time. After this drop in price, consolidation occurs before it enters the next bull run, which leads to dramatically volatile prices. If these historic cycles of Bitcoin price continue, it is likely that Bitcoin will not be a stable asset any time soon.</p>



<p>Keep in mind that this is not financial advice, always make sure to do your own research as these are very volatile assets.&nbsp;</p>


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<p>Decided WAVES is a good investment? You can get WAVES on FTX today. As the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry continues to grow exponentially, many new tokens and blockchains are being built every single day. One project, Waves, makes it easy for everyday people to join the crypto space and create their own tokens.&#160; Waves was &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-waves-a-good-investment">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Decided WAVES is a good investment? You can get WAVES on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ftx-exchange-non-us/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="FTX" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">FTX</a> today.</strong></p>



<p>As the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi/">decentralized finance (DeFi)</a> industry continues to grow exponentially, many new tokens and blockchains are being built every single day. One project, Waves, makes it easy for everyday people to join the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-trade-cryptocurrency/">crypto</a> space and create their own tokens.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Waves was initially launched to improve Ethereum’s speed, utility and user-friendliness. Since its creation, Waves has undergone various changes, making it the blockchain platform it is today. </p>


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<h2 id="what-is-waves">What is Waves?</h2>



<p>Waves is a multi-purpose blockchain platform that supports the development of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-are-decentralized-applications/">decentralized applications (DApps)</a> through smart contracts. Waves uses the proof-of-stake consensus mechanism to verify block transactions.</p>



<p>The platform was launched in June 2016 following the industry&#8217;s earliest initial coin offerings (ICO) and was founded by Ukrainian-born scientist Alexander Ivanov. Waves was created to help users create and launch their own crypto tokens. The idea is that individuals with no prior programming experience or knowledge of smart contracts will be able to deploy a contract.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>WAVES is the native token for the Waves blockchain used for standard payments and block rewards. Essentially, the WAVES token is used for all transactions on the network. Users are also able to stake WAVES to earn yield.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="waves-price-history">WAVES Price History</h2>



<p>The current market cap for WAVES is roughly $2 billion, with an unlimited maximum supply. WAVES price has grown considerably over the past few years. It experienced its first bull cycle back in December 2017 (same time as Bitcoin’s run) then entered a long-term bear market. At the end of 2020 WAVES entered another bullish cycle, seeing prices as high at $42.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="waves-competition">Waves Competition</h2>



<p>Since the development of Waves, other products have appeared offering similar services. Gravity, which is a cross-chain oracle network, and Neutrino are just a few examples. The benefit that Waves has on its competitors is that it was the first established product of its kind in the DeFi space, giving it much more credibility.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="how-to-buy-waves">How to Buy WAVES</h2>



<p>You can buy WAVES on FTX. A centralized <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-brokers-cryptocurrencies/">exchange</a> like FTX is a great choice for individuals to start buying cryptocurrency. Before you begin trading, you will be required to verify your identity by stating your legal first and last name, uploading a photo of your government ID and sending in a photo of yourself.  </p>


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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Previously based in Malta, the Binance Group is now based in the Cayman Islands. Binance has several locations and entities registered across the globe. In the United States, it’s known as </span><b>Binance.US</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The exchange in the U.S. uses the same cutting-edge technology and trading services as its global counterparts with the difference being U.S. regulatory compliance. It is operated by San Francisco-based BAM Trading Services.</span></p>
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<h2 id="best-hardware-wallet-for-waves">Best Hardware Wallet For WAVES</h2>



<p>When owning a digital asset like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrency/">cryptocurrency</a>, it is often smart to get a hardware wallet to keep your private keys safe. A hardware wallet is the best way to ensure that your private keys and digital assets remain secure.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="best-hardware-wallet-ledger">Best Hardware Wallet: Ledger</h3>



<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ledger-hardware-wallet/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Ledger" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Ledger</a> is the most recognized offline hardware wallet currently available. It connects to Bluetooth and USB, depending on whether you want to use your computer or mobile device. Ledger’s application also makes it much easier to secure, store and manage your assets.</p>


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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Launched in 2014, Ledger has transformed into a fast-paced, growing company developing infrastructure and security solutions for cryptocurrencies as well as blockchain applications for companies and individuals. Born in Paris, the company has since expanded to more than 130 employees in France and San Francisco.</span></p>
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                                                                                                                                                <li> Supports more than 1,500 different digital assets</li>
                                                                                                                                                <li> Tamper proof</li>
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<h2 id="cryptocurrency-market-outlook">Cryptocurrency Market Outlook</h2>



<p>This hesitant time in the market has resulted from investors waiting to see if <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/">Bitcoin</a> price will rally or continue to fall. The following weeks will be important in determining the future of the crypto market. </p>


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                                            <div class="coin-symbol">SOL</div>
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<h2 id="is-waves-a-good-investment">Is WAVES a Good Investment?</h2>



<p>For individuals looking to invest in alternative blockchain platforms, WAVES may be a good investment for you. WAVES may also be a solid investment for people looking to use its platform. If you are interested in deploying a token or smart contract and want to have a user-friendly blockchain experience, WAVES may be a great option. For individuals who want to maximize short-term gains and are looking for exponential growth, WAVES may not be the best investment choice. </p>


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<p>Looking for a simple and secure place to exchange crypto in Sweden? Look no further than CoinSmart! Entering the crypto space can be a tricky experience, navigating through the different exchanges may be confusing and overwhelming for new traders. Cryptocurrencies are volatile assets, causing investing in cryptocurrency to be highly risky.&#160; When finding an exchange &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-sweden">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Looking for a simple and secure place to exchange crypto in Sweden? Look no further than <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/coinsmart/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="CoinSmart" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">CoinSmart</a>!</strong></p>



<p>Entering the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-trade-cryptocurrency/">crypto</a> space can be a tricky experience, navigating through the different exchanges may be confusing and overwhelming for new traders. Cryptocurrencies are volatile assets, causing investing in cryptocurrency to be highly risky.&nbsp;</p>



<p>When finding an exchange in Sweden, it is important to consider what best fits your activity. Swedish exchanges may have very different features depending on your trading requirements.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here’s a look at the top exchanges currently available in Sweden.&nbsp;</p>


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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The crypto industry is booming, and CoinSmart is on a mission to make cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, as well as alt coins like Doge and Solana, accessible to everyone. With a crypto trading platform designed to break down the barriers of complex and confusing crypto transactions, CoinSmart offers simplicity, learning tools for all levels, as well as 24/7 omni-channel support. CoinSmart is a regulated, Canadian-headquartered crypto asset trading platform registered with the Ontario Securities Commission and securities regulators across Canada, allowing Canadians to buy and sell crypto in as little as five minutes. CoinSmart is also one of the first Canadian-run trading platforms to have an international presence, accepting customers across 40+ countries at a time when the digital asset industry continues to rapidly expand.</span></p>
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                                                                                                                                                <li>One of only two Canadian crypto trading platforms to receive marketplace registration, allowing Canadians to buy and sell crypto directly on a regulated platform</li>
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<p>The crypto industry is booming and CoinSmart is on a mission to make cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins like Doge and Solana accessible to everyone. With a crypto trading platform designed to break down the barriers of complex and confusing crypto transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/coinsmart/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="CoinSmart" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">CoinSmart</a> offers simplicity, learning tools for all levels, as well as 24/7 omni-channel support.&nbsp;</p>



<p>CoinSmart is a regulated, Canadian-headquartered crypto asset trading platform registered with the Ontario Securities Commission and securities regulators across Canada, allowing Canadians to buy and sell crypto in as little as five minutes. CoinSmart is also one of the first Canadian-run trading platforms to have an international presence, accepting customers across 40+ countries at a time when the digital asset industry continues to rapidly expand.</p>



<h3 id="2-best-for-security-coinbase">2. Best for Security: Coinbase</h3>


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                        <p class="mb-0"><p style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Coinbase is one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, serving customers in over 100 countries and supporting hundreds of crypto coins and tokens. The platform features a user-friendly interface with options like </span><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-cryptocurrency-staking"><span style="font-weight: 400;">staking</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and earning, as well as a &#8220;learn and earn&#8221; feature where users watch educational videos and answer questions to earn crypto assets. Trading fees can be high on the basic platform, but users can access the advanced platform for free.</span></p>
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                                                                                                                                            <li>Coinbase is best for beginners because of its user-friendly interface. </li>
                                                                                                                                                <li>The availability of over 30 products caters to the needs of traders of every mindset.</li>
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                                                                                                                                                <li>You can earn coins and tokens by watching tutorials and answering crypto-related questions. This platform lets you earn crypto just by spending your fiat via a debit card as you normally would when you use Coinbase&#8217;s Visa debit card. </li>
                                                                                                                                                <li>Offer a wide variety of altcoins. </li>
                                                                                                                                                <li>Ideal for new investors.</li>
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<p>Coinbase is one of the largest and most well-known cryptocurrency exchanges in the world. It is a great place for users to start buying and storing crypto. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/coinbase/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Coinbase" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Coinbase</a> offers additional services like the Coinbase Wallet app as well as Coinbase Pro. The Coinbase Pro feature allows for a more expansive trading platform with a live order book as well as a trading history. For anyone interested in buying cryptocurrency quickly and easily, Coinbase is a great choice.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="3-best-for-social-trading-etoro">3. Best for Social Trading: eToro</h3>


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                                                                                                                                                <li>Large client base for new traders to imitate</li>
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<p>eToro is a great exchange for individuals looking to get started trading cryptocurrency with a social aspect. The social trading platform provided by eToro is simple and smooth, offering a nice experience for users. Traders are able to see the positions of other traders, which adds an entirely new aspect to trading. This feature enables traders to replicate other traders’ actions in real-time, called copy trading. For anyone interested in buying cryptocurrency as well as viewing other traders’ positions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/etoro-crypto-non-us/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="eToro" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">eToro</a> is a great option.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>FTX is a trading platform designed by traders with the goal to provide a robust trading platform.&nbsp;</p>



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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Crypto.com strives to make cryptocurrency a part of everyday life by offering a full suite of services for crypto users. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The company offers a </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Crypto.com App, Exchange, Visa Card, DeFi swap, DeFi Wallet, DeFi Earn, Crypto.com Price, staking, crypto lending, and many other services</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> What really sets them apart, however, is the combination of super low fees and incredibly generous rewards programs for their users.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
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                                                                                                                                                <li>Passive investors who want to earn interest on their balance without frequent trading</li>
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                                                                                                                                                <li>One-stop shop for all your crypto needs (wallet, trading, spending, and more)</li>
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<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/crypto-com">Crypto.com</a> is a cryptocurrency exchange that allows users to buy, sell and trade digital assets. There are also a few credit cards offered by crypto.com with varying rewards, ranging from 1% to 8% APR. The Crypto.com credit card has a no-fixed-payment schedule as well as no monthly late fees or deadlines. For users wishing to earn crypto rewards on cash purchases, the Crypto.com credit card may be a good option.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="cryptocurrency-exchange-types">Cryptocurrency Exchange Types</h2>



<h3 id="broker">Broker</h3>



<p>A cryptocurrency broker is a firm or an individual that acts as an intermediary for market purchases. A broker enables buying and selling for customers at a set price. Usually, a broker will charge a premium for using the platform.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="exchange">Exchange</h3>



<p>On the other hand, crypto exchanges provide an online platform for individuals to buy, sell and trade cryptocurrencies all by themselves. Exchanges act as the intermediary and charge a fee for trading, this allows users to execute trades at their desired market price.&nbsp;</p>


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                                                                            <li>Wealth of investment opportunities</li>
                                                                            <li>Allows users to earn interest on select crypto investments</li>
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<h2 id="current-crypto-prices">Current Crypto Prices</h2>



<p>As the decentralized finance (<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi/">DeFi</a>) industry continues to develop, crypto price action continues to reflect that. Taking a step back, the overall crypto market seems to be holding, but it has fallen so much since the depegging of Terra that it will take some time to recover.</p>


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<h2 id="what-to-look-for-in-a-cryptocurrency-exchange">What to Look for in a Cryptocurrency Exchange</h2>



<h3 id="security">Security</h3>



<p>When dealing with cryptocurrency, security is one of the most important aspects to consider. When using an exchange, traders want to feel as if they can trust that their money is safe. A secure exchange should have control systems that detect and block suspicious transactions. It is also highly recommended to consider 2-factor authentication systems for additional security.&nbsp;</p>



<h3 id="exchange-rates">Exchange rates</h3>



<p>Most cryptocurrency exchanges take a small percentage as a fee for every buy and sell order. Exchange rates vary largely depending on the exchange a trader is using. It is always best to do your own research on all the different exchange rates before executing trades.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="crypto-regulation-in-sweden">Crypto Regulation in Sweden</h2>



<p>In Sweden, cryptocurrencies are recognized as property under Swedish law and are afforded the same protection as any other type of property. Swedish law does not contain any specific regulation against cryptocurrencies.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="what-you-need-to-open-a-crypto-account-in-sweden">What You Need to Open a Crypto Account in Sweden</h2>



<p>All exchanges require users to verify their personal identity before they can begin trading. Usually, It will start with filling out your personal information: legal first and last name. Followed by selecting the government identification you wish to use (ID, passport) then taking a photo and sending it in. Finally, users must send in a picture of themselves to match the form of identification previously sent.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="best-crypto-wallets-in-sweden">Best Crypto Wallets in Sweden</h2>



<p>When trading crypto, it is important to make sure that your assets are safe. This can be done by using a software wallet like ZenGo, or a hardware wallet like Ledger.</p>



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<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/companies/ledger-hardware-wallet">Ledger</a> is a great hardware wallet for those wishing to cold store their assets. The device is primarily an offline hardware wallet, which can also connect to Bluetooth and USB for computer and mobile use.&nbsp;</p>


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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Zengo is the most secure crypto wallet in Web3. Leveraging MPC technology, Zengo removes the vulnerability of the need for a private key, making it much more secure than traditional crypto wallets. </span><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/zengo-2"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Zengo</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s simple recoverability process makes it easy for anyone to access their crypto from anywhere, at any time. Because of Zengo, MPC technology usually reserved for multi-billion dollar institutions is now available to average crypto users.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Zengo is an Israel-based company that specializes in building products for blockchains with a passionate focus on user interface (UI) and security. Founded by Gary Benattar, Ouriel Ohayon, Omer Shlomovits and Tal Be&#8217;ery in 2018, their unique mix of security, engineering and cryptography expertise enabled the Zengo project to raise $20 million in series A investment.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The aim of the Zengo team is to make the crypto economy more simple and secure for everyday users, removing technical barriers to entry while maintaining the highest levels of safety. Zengo strives to support all relevant native crypto protocols, financial services and digital assets. </span></p>
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                                                                                                                                            <li>Zengo’s friendly and intuitive interface makes the wallet a great choice for novice investors. Unlike many other cryptocurrency wallets, ZenGo removes many technicalities and complexities from storing cryptocurrency</li>
                                                                                                                                                <li>Zengo eliminates the vulnerability of having a private key. This makes it a phenomenal choice for novice investors who don’t want the burden of keeping their private key safe and secure</li>
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                                                                                                                                                <li>Strong customer service — Zengo has live 24/7 customer support that can be reached via email, live chat or social media</li>
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                                                                                                                                                <li>For users that are willing to take the full responsibility of managing and storing their private key, ZenGo&#8217;s approach may be unfit</li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-tobuy-unus-sed-leo">How to Buy Unus Sed Leo (LEO)</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/author/joedewitt">Joe Dewitt</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a>. Visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a> to get more great content like this.</p>
<p>Want to jump straight to the answer? You can buy LEO on FTX today. After the Department of Justice announced it reclaimed the stolen bitcoin from the Bitfinex hack in 2016, the price of Bitfinex’s native token, Unus Sed Leo, skyrocketed. Although the hackers stole $65 million of bitcoin back in the day, the government &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-tobuy-unus-sed-leo">Continued</a></p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-tobuy-unus-sed-leo">How to Buy Unus Sed Leo (LEO)</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/author/joedewitt">Joe Dewitt</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a>. Visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga</a> to get more great content like this.</p>
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<p><strong>Want to jump straight to the answer? You can buy LEO on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ftx-exchange/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="FTX" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">FTX</a> today.</strong></p>



<p>After the Department of Justice announced it reclaimed the stolen bitcoin from the Bitfinex hack in 2016, the price of Bitfinex’s native token, Unus Sed Leo, skyrocketed. Although the hackers stole $65 million of bitcoin back in the day, the government was able to reclaim over $3 billion worth of the crypto in today’s dollars.</p>


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<h2 id="what-is-leo">What is LEO?</h2>



<p>Unus Sed Leo (LEO) is a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-cryptocurrency/">cryptocurrency</a> designed to benefit users of iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex. Some benefits for LEO holders include discounted withdrawals on Bitfinex exchange, as well as a 15% reduced commission fee for LEO holders.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Unus Sed Leo (LEO) holders can convert seamlessly between the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-ethereum-a-good-investment/">Ethereum</a> and EOS protocols with Bitfiniex acting as a bridge between these 2 chains. This makes a convenient dual protocol for traders looking to utilize both the Ethereum and EOS networks.&nbsp;</p>



<p>iFinex buys back Unus Sed Leo from the market on a monthly basis. The amount that is purchased is burned, which is equal to 27% of the revenues generated by iFinex. The company claims that this burn mechanic will continue until the total supply of LEO is 0.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="brief-history-of-leo">Brief History of LEO</h2>



<p>Unus Sed Leo (LEO) launched in 2019 following a successful $1 billion USD raised over 10 days. The token was founded by iFinex after Crypto Capital, a company that processed its payments, had its funds seized by the government. To cover the financial shortfall, iFinex launched LEO token and unveiled their plan to gradually buy back the token from investors until none are left.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="how-to-buy-leo-crypto">How to Buy LEO Crypto</h2>



<p>You can purchase LEO on a cryptocurrency exchange like FTX or Bitfinex. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-brokers-cryptocurrencies/">trading platform</a> like one of these is a great choice for individuals looking to start buying cryptocurrency. </p>



<div class="schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block"><p class="schema-how-to-description"></p> <ol class="schema-how-to-steps"><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1644442832906"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Open an online account.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">The 1st step to purchasing your LEO would be to open an account with an exchange like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ftx-exchange/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="FTX" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">FTX</a>. Before you begin trading you will be required to verify your identity. This involves stating your legal first and last name. Followed by selecting the government ID you wish to use, then taking a photo and sending it in. Finally, users must send in a picture of themselves to match the form of identification previously sent. </p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1644442846482"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Buy a crypto wallet (optional).</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">When thinking about how to store your cryptocurrency there are 2 paths to choose from: software wallets and hardware wallets.<br/>A software wallet is an application on your computer or mobile device. <br/><br/>A hardware wallet is a special type of wallet that stores the user’s private keys in a secure hardware device — keeping your private key information off your computer and on the external device.</p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1644442877830"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Make your purchase.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">Once you have created your account you will need to link a funding method to transfer money to your account. The most common methods are debit or credit cards as well as direct bank transfers. Once you have linked a payment method, you are now able to begin purchasing LEO.</p> </li></ol></div>



<h3 id="best-hardware-wallet-ledger">Best Hardware Wallet: Ledger</h3>



<p>Ledger is the most recognized and most credited hardware wallet currently available. The device is primarily an offline hardware wallet. Ledger also connects to Bluetooth and USB, depending on whether you want to use your computer or mobile device. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ledger-hardware-wallet/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Ledger’s" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Ledger’s</a> application also makes it much easier to secure, store and manage your assets.</p>


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<p>Trust Wallet is a decentralized mobile software wallet, which means that it does not hold your funds so everything is on the blockchain. The best part is that Trust Wallet encrypts all of its users’ personal information and keys. </p>


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<h2 id="trade-sell-or-convert-your-leo">Trade, Sell or Convert your LEO</h2>



<p>Once you have accumulated some LEO, you can trade, sell or convert it. The process of trading generally implies trading off of market structures and indicators, with the purpose of making profits in a respectable time frame.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The process of selling is different, as the goal is to end your position with that asset. An alternative to selling could be converting LEO to another cryptocurrency. This can be done through a variety of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-liquidity-provider-tokens-work/">decentralized exchanges (DEX)</a>. Essentially, instead of selling your position for fiat, you can convert your LEO to another crypto of your choosing and receive the same dollar-value amount of that crypto.</p>


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<p>Market sentiment has started to climb as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-bitcoin-a-good-investment/">Bitcoin</a> and Ethereum prices have rallied over the past week. Some analysts believe that we are in the midst of a small pull back on the way to exponential gains, others believe this may be the beginning of a bear market.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The following weeks will be crucial when determining the future for crypto. If buying pressure stays strong and Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to build momentum, prices may revisit all-time highs sooner than we think.</p>


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<h2 id="is-leo-a-good-investment">Is LEO a Good Investment?</h2>



<p>For active users of the Bitfinex exchange, LEO would be a great investment for you considering the different benefits of holding the token. For traders looking for exponential growth and quick gains, LEO may be a solid option considering the burn mechanics and popularity of the token. Although always make sure to always do your own research before buying cryptocurrency, as they are very volatile assets.</p>


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<p>Grimacecion is only available on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), so you&#8217;ll 1st need to buy BNB on FTX and transfer it to a crypto wallet to buy GRIMACE. The Decentralized Finance (DeFi) industry has seen a surge in popularity over the past year, and as crypto becomes more popular, more individuals learn how to create tokens. &#8230; <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-buy-grimacecoin">Continued</a></p>
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<p><strong>Grimacecion is only available on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), so you&#8217;ll 1st need to buy BNB on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ftx-exchange/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="FTX" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">FTX</a> and transfer it to a crypto wallet to buy GRIMACE.</strong></p>



<p>The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-is-defi/">Decentralized Finance (DeFi)</a> industry has seen a surge in popularity over the past year, and as crypto becomes more popular, more individuals learn how to create tokens. Now we have inevitably reached the point where people will create a token about anything.&nbsp;</p>



<p>A lot of the time these tokens are referred to as “memecoins” as the value primarily comes from cultural relevance. Although most of these meme coins don&#8217;t have any utility, this does not mean they are not valuable. Sometimes the most irrelevant tokens accumulate the largest following because of the social effects they create. </p>


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<h2 id="what-is-grimace">What is GRIMACE?</h2>



<p>GRIMACE token was created as a joke following the tweets of Elon Musk and Mcdonald&#8217;s Twitter account. Elon began by tweeting “I will eat a happy mean on tv if Mcdonald&#8217;s accepts dogecoin” which McDonalds replied to with “only if Tesla accepts grimacecoin.”&nbsp; Grimace is the fluffy purple character that tags along with Ronald Mcdonald in popular Mcdonald&#8217;s commercials.&nbsp;</p>



<p>At the time of these tweets, there was no existence of Grimace coin, it was purely a joke from the Mcdonald&#8217;s Twitter account. Hours after the Twitter altercation arose, GRIMACE and many other copy-cat tokens –– all with the hopes of becoming the next meme coin ––&nbsp; were created and began to explode exponentially.</p>



<p>Tokens like these are completely based on hype and the general fear of missing out (FOMO). This ideology is essentially the idea that if enough people experience the fear of missing out on a new coin, they will buy into it which will in return drive up the price.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 id="how-to-buy-grimacecoin">How To Buy GrimaceCoin</h2>



<p>So, you have a fear of missing out? Well, fear no more. Here’s how you can buy GrimaceCoin today. Just remember, tokens like these are extremely risky, and you shouldn’t be investing any meaningful amounts of money into projects based on the sidekick of Ronald McDonald.</p>



<div class="schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block"><p class="schema-how-to-description"></p> <ol class="schema-how-to-steps"><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1643236353701"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Open an online account with FTX.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">The first step to acquiring GRIMACE would be to purchase Binance Coin (BNB) from a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-brokers-cryptocurrencies/">crypto exchange</a> like FTX.  Before you begin trading you will be required to verify your identity. This involves stating your legal first and last name, followed by selecting the government ID you wish to use, then taking a photo and sending it in. Finally, users must send in a picture of themselves to match the form of identification previously sent. <br/><br/>You can also opt to purchase BNB on Binance.com, but you&#8217;ll need to use the U.S version if you&#8217;re located in the States.</p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1643236402377"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Download MetaMask or Trust Wallet.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">A software wallet like Trust Wallet and Metamask are 2 great options when it comes to holding your GRIMACE tokens. Although these wallets are primarily for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/is-ethereum-a-good-investment/">Ethereum</a> tokens, you will have to manually add the Binance Chain in order to receive GRIMACE to your wallet. <br/>This can be done by going to “Add Network”  in your wallet settings and entering the following information: <br/><br/><strong>Network Name:</strong> Binance Smart Chain<br/><strong>New RPC URL:</strong> https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/<br/><strong>ChainID: </strong>56<br/><strong>Symbol: </strong>BNB<br/><strong>Block Explorer URL:</strong> https://bscscan.com</p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1643236430348"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Send your BNB tokens to Binance Smart Chain.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">Once you have added the Binance Mainnet to your wallet, you can now send over your BNB from FTX exchange. To do this, copy your wallet address from your mobile or desktop app and paste it into the send prompt on FTX. Once you have verified it is the correct wallet address, go ahead and confirm the transaction.</p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1643236452563"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Make your purchase.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">Once you have purchased your BNB and sent it to your wallet, you are now ready to swap your BNB for GRIMACE. To do this, head over to a Binance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-liquidity-provider-tokens-work/">decentralized exchange</a> like <a href="https://pancakeswap.finance/swap">Pancake Swap</a>. Once you arrive at the exchange platform you will be prompted to connect your wallet, which you will want to accept. <br/>Once your wallet is connected you will be able to choose which tokens you want to swap. Select BNB for the first column and for the receiving column you will want to paste the following address: <br/><br/><strong>GRIMACE token address:</strong> 0x66ce488222d4d3894ac97e2fdc60987605ee5b00 <br/><br/>Now that you have BNB ready to swap to GRIMACE go ahead and confirm the transaction on Pancake swap and your wallet. Once the block is verified your tokens will be exchanged, which typically only takes a few seconds. <br/><br/>In order for you to see these new GRIMACE tokens in your wallet, you will need to manually add the token to your wallet. This is a very important and easy step, simply go to “import tokens” on your wallet and paste the token address we previously used to exchange (listed above). </p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1643236469878"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Purchase a hardware wallet (optional).</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">To keep your digital assets secure, it&#8217;s a good idea to use a cryptocurrency hardware wallet. These wallets are external devices that keep your funds offline, mitigating the risk of your cryptocurrency being hacked. The industry leader and one of the most affordable crypto wallets is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/go/ledger-hardware-wallet/?pl=page-content" data-vars-event-category="Lead Click" data-vars-event-action="Ledger" data-vars-event-label="Page Content Link" placement-label="page-content" rel="nofollow sponsored">Ledger</a>, which we recommend to any new crypto users.</p> </li></ol></div>


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<h2 id="leverage-your-crypto-amp;-earn-interest">Leverage your Crypto &amp; Earn Interest</h2>



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                        <p class="mb-0"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Maybe you think cryptocurrency is the future, or perhaps you were swept up in the initial waves of Bitcoin. BlockFi may be your next step if you’re ready to evolve as a crypto investor.</span></p>
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<h2 id="is-grimace-a-good-investment">Is GRIMACE a Good Investment?</h2>



<p>For investors looking for a high-risk/high-reward investment, GRIMACE may be the perfect investment for you. Considering there is not any utility for the project and it was created as a joke based on a few tweets, it is safe to conclude that this is a high-risk investment. For traders looking for mid/long term holds, this is definitely not the investment for you. Please always do your own research before investing in cryptocurrency as they are very volatile assets.</p>


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