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4 weeks ago | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
This past month, hackers stole a staggering $1.5 billion from the crypto exchange Bybit in what the market dubbed “The biggest digital heist ever”
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1 month ago | 
securitybrief.asia | Janine Grainger
Bybit suffered a major hack, exposing vulnerabilities from human error rather than blockchain flaws, as attackers manipulated staff to divert funds.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Decrypt’s 2024 story of the year was ‘How crypto money changes American politics’ and it’s all about how crypto executives “revolutionized how corporations spend on elections”. Now, Ripple is gifting Donald Trump’s inaugural fund (which pays for his official swearing-in ceremony and lavish parties to follow) $5 million worth of XRP; while Coinbase shelled out $1 million (as did Circle, Kraken, and countless others).
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Dec 12, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Crypto investors are often seen as tech-savvy trailblazers who are unafraid to dive into complex tech and even more complicated topics like decentralised finance (DeFi) and blockchain. The reality, however, couldn’t be further from the truth. Soaring crypto prices have attracted millions of new participants, but many are still novices.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Crypto is everywhere right now - headlines, social media and even that one uncle who swore it was a fad might be telling you to ‘get in on it’. For beginners, this hype can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. With prices surging and everyone dissecting charts and ‘candles’, you might feel like your questions are too basic to ask. Spoiler alert: they’re not. Is it too late to invest?
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Nov 2, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Cryptocurrency is billed as the ‘wild west’ of the financial world - often misunderstood, sometimes celebrated (when it’s ‘up’) and occasionally dismissed as a game of chance. But is investing in crypto really just speculating and gambling, or is it a more edgy way to diversify your portfolio?
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
finextra.com | Janine Grainger
Cryptocurrency is billed as the ‘wild west’ of the financial world - often misunderstood, sometimes celebrated (when it’s ‘up’) and occasionally dismissed as a game of chance. But is investing in crypto
really just speculating and gambling, or is it a more edgy way to diversify your portfolio?
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Questions NOT to ask a crypto investorToo Long; Didn't ReadWhat not to ask a crypto investor. Explanations on how to answer some of the common misconceptions and beliefs surrounding crypto. Read by Dr. One You’re at the dinner table, the BBQ is sizzling, or you're small talking with colleagues at work - suddenly, conversation stalls.
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Aug 29, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
As of mid-2024, there are nearly 40,000 crypto ATMs scattered across the globe, with the United States commanding an impressive 82% of market share. The surge in physical touchpoints for digital currency is more than just a trend; it's part of a rapidly expanding ecosystem projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 63.4% from 2024 to 2030. These ATMs provide a physical interface for those who want to engage with crypto without using an online exchange.
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Aug 15, 2024 | 
hackernoon.com | Janine Grainger
Crypto isn't just a buzzword thrown around by tech geeks and financial pundits; it's become a household topic. From grandmas (or ‘Boomers’) to pre-teens (or ‘gen Alpha), everyone seems keen on getting a piece of the crypto pie. But why? What's driving this cross-generational appeal? The crypto drawcardA recent revealed that only 20% of respondents believe that the only safe investments are those insured by the government.
