An investor should not be mistaken or confused about the fact that cryptocurrency investing is extremely risky. While record returns-on-investment and an endless chain of online hype make altcoins look like the must-invest vehicle, the reality is that there are as many stories of altcoin investors losing it all as […]
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A History of Bitcoin Forks: Top 5 Bitcoin Forks, Rated and Reviewed
Out of the almost 100 bitcoin forks that have taken place to date, only a handful have managed to establish themselves in the altcoin market. This article takes a look at the five best bitcoin forks in which you could invest today. The Top Five Bitcoin Forks The five most […]
The Cost to Get Listed on a Crypto Exchange
Exchanges are big business in the cryptocurrency sector. With increasing competition from over 500 exchanges and pressure on trading fees from decentralized exchanges and zero-fee trading platforms, exchanges are looking to generate revenue by charging listing fees. This presents a barrier to entry for many tokens, especially those from small […]
Best ERC20 Tokens, Rated and Reviewed
There are currently around 500 ERC20 tokens that have been issued by blockchain startups who utilized the Ethereum blockchain to create their own token projects. Some of these tokens have outperformed the market and ended up among the top 20 largest cryptocurrencies, while many others have lost over 90 percent […]
Life after Google: A Talk with Futurist George Gilder
Speaking exclusively to Bitcoin Market Journal, technology futurist George Gilder expressed his belief in the notion that blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies will introduce significant changes into a wide array of industries. Gilder is an investor and a well-respected author, having written a number of bestsellers. Notable among his books are […]
Bitcoin Basics: What Is 2-Factor Authentication and Why Is It Used for Bitcoin Wallets?
One of the fundamental methods of keeping a home secure is an alarm system. You need your key to get into the house, but once you enter, you have to cross over and punch in a passcode to keep security or the police from arriving to check on your safety. […]
Not Just Hype: Bitcoin Has Real-World Application in Venezuela
While bitcoin has been mostly used as a speculative investment in the United States and other parts of the Western world up to this point, there are a few less-developed countries where the digital asset may already be a better option than the local fiat currency. When inflation gets out […]
Why Blockchain Platforms Are So Valuable for Investors
Remy Carpinito, CEO and founder of Esprezzo, joined Bitcoin Market Journal’s own Sir John Hargrave for a BMJ Live discussion of blockchain platforms and their value for investors. In an informative interview, Carpinito shared some thoughts about blockchain technology in general and blockchain platforms in particular. What Is a Blockchain […]
Should Investors View Bitcoin as Digital Gold or a Better PayPal?
Bitcoin can be a difficult concept to grasp initially, which is why analogies are often used to paint a clearer picture for people who are new to the technology. In the past, bitcoin has been described as digital gold, digital cash, and — more simply — an improvement on PayPal. […]
Do I Need Blockchain Technology? A Realistic Look at the Pros and Cons
Blockchain technology: love it or hate it, there’s no denying that it has a huge buzz factor. Like most things buzzworthy, blockchain doesn’t always live up to the hype. While blockchain technology is hugely innovative in many ways, it has its limitations. So where does the hype stop and reality […]