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The Ethereum Merge Is Complete. Here's Why That's Important

The Ethereum Merge Is Complete. Here's Why That's Important

On Wednesday night, a few minutes before midnight, ethereum officially adopted proof of stake. Its carbon footprint is expected to reduce over 99%.

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Best Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets for September 2022

Best Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets for September 2022

Your crypto wallet holds the keys to your coins and tokens, and it's how you'll buy and sell crypto. See our top picks for cold and hot crypto wallets.

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PayPal is considering launching its own cryptocoin, report says

PayPal is considering launching its own cryptocoin, report says

The trusted internet payment system is reportedly exploring its own stable cryptocurrency.

Robinhood will roll out an integrated crypto wallet in 2022

Robinhood will roll out an integrated crypto wallet in 2022

The company continues to expand its cryptocurrency capabilities.

Blockchain-Backed Aid Groups Could Be the Future of Philanthropy

Blockchain-Backed Aid Groups Could Be the Future of Philanthropy

Impact DAOs like Gitcoin aim to correct what they see as the institutional underfunding of public initiatives and causes.

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What Are Stablecoins and Are They Less Risky? The Details Crypto Investors Should Know

Stablecoins are different from other cryptocurrencies. Here's what to know about the "poker chips" of the crypto world.
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Set Crypto Price Alerts to Know When to Buy and Sell

The prices of bitcoin, ether and other tokens change quickly. Use alerts to optimize your crypto.
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Biden Administration Releases Framework for Crypto Regulation

The framework includes guidelines for stopping crypto-related crimes, as well as better protecting consumers and businesses.
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The Ethereum Merge Is Complete. Here's Why That's Important

On Wednesday night, a few minutes before midnight, ethereum officially adopted proof of stake. Its carbon footprint is expected to reduce over 99%.
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Arrest Warrant Issued for Terra Blockchain Co-Founder

Terraform Labs was behind the luna cryptocurrency that collapsed in May. South Korean prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for its co-founder.
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Treasury to Call for More Crypto Regulation, Report Says

The Washington Post says the Treasury Department will issue reports saying more crypto regulation is needed to protect consumers and the overall economy.
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Best Crypto Exchanges for September 2022: Buy and Sell Bitcoin, Ether and More

The best crypto exchanges enable you to trade coins and tokens easily while keeping your assets safe and your fees low.
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Best Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets for September 2022

Your crypto wallet holds the keys to your coins and tokens, and it's how you'll buy and sell crypto. See our top picks for cold and hot crypto wallets.
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FBI, House Committee Send Notices About Crypto Fraud

Bitcoin's price began dropping soon after.
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Hollywood's Next Hit Could Be Based on an NFT -- And You'd Never Know It

John Wick's creator is writing an anime based on the Forgotten Runes NFT collection. It's one of many brands leaping from the blockchain to the big screen.
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