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May 15, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
The SEC Has Hit Crypto Companies With Almost $2 Billion in Penalties
From unregistered securities and exchanges to Ponzi schemes, the SEC pursues more cases of cryptocurrency infringements each year.
May 15, 2021 | By Lyle Daly
Coinbase Reaches 56 Million Users. Should You Open an Account?
Coinbase is on its way to a successful 2021. Check out the numbers for this highly rated crypto exchange and learn whether it's the right choice for you.
May 15, 2021 | By Lyle Daly
19 Million Americans May Start Buying Crypto This Year, Survey Shows
The number of Americans who buy crypto is on the rise. Explore recent info on how many people could buy in and the ways crypto demographics are changing.
May 15, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Should You (or Anyone) Buy Ethereum?
Ethereum is the world's second-biggest cryptocurrency and the first digital currency to provide smart contracts. Find out more and whether anyone should buy it.
May 14, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Ethereum Drops 9%. Is This a Buying Opportunity?
Cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, fell across the board yesterday after Elon Musk expressed concerns about Bitcoin's carbon footprint. Is Ethereum bad for the environment?
May 14, 2021 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
3 Lessons I've Learned Buying and Selling Bitcoin
Before you start investing or using Bitcoin, here are some of the lessons I learned the hard way.
May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Bitcoin Drops 12%. Is This a Buying Opportunity?
Cryptocurrencies fell across the board after Elon Musk said Tesla would no longer accept Bitcoin purchases. Find out what this means for Bitcoin.
May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Elon Musk's Tesla Suspends Bitcoin Purchases on Environmental Concerns
Crypto enthusiast Elon Musk is worried about Bitcoin's carbon footprint. Find out why Bitcoin uses so much energy and what the alternatives are.
May 13, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
This Brand-New Cryptocurrency Is Already Worth $37 Billion. Should You Buy?
A new cryptocurrency called Internet Computer promises to reinvent the internet. Find out what it is and why people are so excited about it.
May 11, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Barry Silbert Goes Short on Dogecoin
The founder of Digital Currency Group signals he believes Dogecoin's price will fall. Find out why Barry Silbert has shorted the popular cryptocurrency.
May 10, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Saturday Night Live: Did the Dogefather Deliver?
Elon Musk hosted Saturday Night Live and, as expected, the Tesla CEO mentioned cryptocurrencies three times. Find out what he said about crypto and Dogecoin.
May 9, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
4 Steps to Safely Buying Ethereum
The Ethereum blockchain is a platform for many new cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and smart contracts. Find out how to buy this popular digital currency.
May 9, 2021 | By Lyle Daly
Should You (or Anyone) Buy Bitcoin?
Bitcoin has skyrocketed in both popularity and price this year. Keep reading to see if you should buy Bitcoin and get in on the action.
May 8, 2021 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
If You Invested $1,000 in Bitcoin 10 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
A $1,000 investment a decade ago would have made you a multimillionaire. Here's exactly how much you'd have.
May 8, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
If You Bought 1 Dogecoin 5 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Dogecoin continues to dominate the headlines as its price jumps again and again. But what if you'd bought it years ago? You could be a millionaire now.
May 8, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Why Billionaire Mark Cuban Loves Ethereum
Mark Cuban is a fan of Ethereum's smart contract capability and overall flexibility. Here's why these self-executing contracts have the famous entrepreneur so excited.
May 7, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
5 Times Elon Musk Has Sent Dogecoin Prices Soaring
Dogecoin hit another record high this week on speculation about Elon Musk's Saturday Night Live hosting. Here are some of the ways he has pushed Doge's price up.
May 7, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Elon Musk Could Be in Hot Water if He Hypes Dogecoin on SNL
Elon Musk will host Saturday Night Live this weekend and people are speculating he'll mention Dogecoin. But will that get him in more trouble with the SEC?
May 2, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Texas Shuts Down Fraudulent Crypto Traders
The boom in cryptocurrencies has also led to a boom in crypto fraud. Texas has just shut down one dodgy dealer; here's how to avoid falling victim to another.
May 2, 2021 | By Dana Sitar
If You Bought $100 Worth of Ethereum a Year Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Wondering how last year's crypto investors are faring in the current boom? Here's how the second-most popular cryptocurrency, Ethereum, has done since last year.
May 2, 2021 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
If You Bought $1,000 Worth of Bitcoin a Year Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Here's how the leading cryptocurrency has performed for investors who bought shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic started.
May 2, 2021 | By Dana Sitar
If You Bought $10 Worth of Ethereum 5 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
Early Ethereum investors bought in at a much lower price than what the cryptocurrency is worth now. Here's how much you'd have today if you'd done the same.
May 2, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
4 Crypto Exchanges That Keep Your Bitcoin Extra Safe
Want to be sure you're using a secure cryptocurrency exchange? Here are four exchanges that go the extra mile to protect your Bitcoin.
May 1, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Mark Cuban Is Betting Big on NFTs. Should You Buy Them?
It feels like everybody wants to buy non-fungible tokens right now. Find out what's so special about NFTs and whether you should jump in.
May 1, 2021 | By Emma Newbery
Mark Cuban Says 60% of His Crypto Portfolio Is in Bitcoin
Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban sees Bitcoin as modern-day gold. Find out why he's bought into Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
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