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Everyone involved in the cryptocurrency ecosystem is well aware of how bitcoin uses a proof-of-work algorithm. New coins are generated through the mining process, which becomes more difficult over time. However, not all cryptocurrencies in existence can be mined. Below are some of the more popular altcoins that offer no mining incentive, yet are still quite…
One thing a lot of people do not like about bitcoin is how it takes an average of 10 minutes before a transaction receives a network confirmation. Various other cryptocurrencies, also known as altcoins, try to improve this block time by quite a margin. Some projects focusing on faster block times are more successful than others, though. 4. Litecoin Litecoin…
Trading bots are rather common in the bitcoin world, as very few traders have time to stare at the charts all day. Most people trade bitcoin as a way to generate passive income while working their regular day jobs. With so many people relying on trading bots, the question becomes which one can be trusted and which one should be avoided. Below is a list of kn…
The bitcoin taxation season is almost upon us, which highlights a very important problem. Most people are unaware of how they should incorporate bitcoin into their tax assessment. Thankfully, there are quite a few tools available which will help users take care of these problems with relative ease. It is important to keep in mind very few countries require b…
A series of raids and detentions ignited fear and anxiety in the Venezuelan bitcoin community. Yesterday, Surbitcoin - the country's largest exchange - was forced to halt operations after Banesco, the exchange's main bank partner, decided to close the company's accounts. Turmoil brewed inside the local bitcoin community. Several police agencies in Venezuela…
Even though Bitcoin is by far the most popular cryptocurrency right now, there is a growing demand for so-called altcoins as well. In some cases, it can be quite difficult to find a good exchange that supports the altcoin one wants to trade. Below is a list of what we deemed to be the best alternative cryptocurrency exchanges to date. Always do your own rese…
