Crypto Basics

All you need to know about the basics of cryptocurrency in one place. Learn how Bitcoin, blockchain and altcoins work, how to actually use them, and why it matters to you.

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How Do NFTs Revolutionize Hollywood and Let You Earn from Successful Movies?

CoinMarketCap Academy takes a look at the growing-relationship between NFTs and Hollywood. Read more to find out how you can earn from successful movies!

The Potential Impact of Blockchain on the Audit and Assurance Industry

CoinMarketCap Academy takes a look at the ways blockchain is changing the audit and assurance industry. Let's find out how the Big Four are using this technology!

What Are Liquidity Pool (LP) Tokens?

A primer to the mechanics of liquidity pool (LP) tokens.

By Daniel Phillips

All That Glitters Is Not Gold in the Crypto Dating World

Is dating in crypto even a thing?

How Blockchain and AI Can Benefit Robotics — and Vice Versa

Blockchain could be used in areas that requires complicated logistics or a high level of reliability.

Earn Crypto - How To Get Free Bitcoins [BTC]? [2022]

It's still possible to get free Bitcoin, either through mining, tipping or airdrops.

Crypto vs Stocks - A Comparison

New to financial markets? Not sure what's the most profitable investment option? Here is a detailed and neutral analysis of crypto vs stocks. Find out which asset you chose go for!

A Guide to Crypto For College Students

How do I start a career in crypto? Do I need a blockchain degree to work for a crypto firm? We answer all those questions and more in our guide below.

A Special Report on Crypto Sanctions and the Status of Crypto in Russia

We take a look at the role of cryptocurrency in the sanctions against Russia and how this is changing Russia’s stance on digital currencies.

How to Buy an NFT? The Beginner's Guide

This week, we will walk you through the ways to buy your first NFT and explain how to identify a promising NFT collections!

Top Regulatory Threats to Crypto in 2022

How have countries all over the world decided to deal with crypto regulation?

Will the Next Generation of Elon Musks and Jack Dorseys Operate DAOs?

Why would the next Jack Dorsey, Elon Musk or Mark Cuban start a DAO rather than a corporation?

How to Stake Amp Token (AMP)?

What is Amp (AMP) and how to stake it? We will take deep dive into these questions in this guide along with the benefits and risks associated with staking Amp.

What Is Dark Pool Trading?

A comprehensive guide to dark pool trading, a market where smart money trades crypto. Let's find out what it is and how to check its trade orders!

Best Centralized and Decentralized Crypto Exchanges Of 2022

Check out CoinMarketCap Academy's latest list of the best centralized and decentralized crypto exchanges in 2022.

How to Connect MetaMask to (Almost) Any Blockchain?

Not sure how to connect your favorite chain to MetaMask? Here is a guide to make the process simple for you! Read more!

By Daniel Phillips

Cross vs Isolated Margin, Which One Is Better?

The beginner's guide to cross and isolated margins and how to prevent losses on cross margin trades! Read more!

What Is Leverage in Crypto Trading and How to Use It?

Considered a magic tool to multiply your investments by many, here is the beginner's guide to leverage trading in crypto with a list of best platforms you can try out as a newbie!

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