Crypto & Learning
Hungry for knowledge? Here you can get acquainted with blockchain, wallet security, DeFi and much more.
PUBLISHED 27TH MARCH 2023
Due Diligence and Red Flags in Web3
As the world of Web3 is constantly evolving, and new projects are popping up every day, there are a few key things you should keep an eye out for; red flags, if you will. In this article, we uncover some of the basics to be aware of when investing in Web3 projects.
PUBLISHED 6TH MARCH 2023
What is dollar-cost averaging (DCA), and how does it work?
When investing in crypto currencies, many enthusiasts dive in without having a clear plan. However, you can benefit greatly from taking a moment to reflect on your investment strategy. Let’s discuss DCA, and why everyone tells you to do it.
PUBLISHED 25TH NOVEMBER 2022
How Do Liquidity Pools Work?
If you have been in the DeFi world for some time, you would have heard of the term ‘Liquidity pool.’ It’s a term that gets thrown around a lot. What does it mean, and how does it work? More importantly, how can it work for you? This article will address those questions.
PUBLISHED 22ND NOVEMBER 2022
From hero to zero - The rise and fall of FTX and Alameda
In last week’s write-up on the sudden collapse of FTX and Alameda, we investigated what led to the debacle and what learnings the crypto community can take from it. In this article, we take a closer look at how FTX became one of the fastest-growing exchanges in the space, and what sketchy endeavours they’ve undertaken to get there.
PUBLISHED 11TH NOVEMBER 2022
Bad Tokenomics, Poor Security Measures: Why DeFi Has Had a Hand in Its Own Troubles
In this article, we take a closer look at the recent down-turn of DeFi as well as how reckless developers have played a part in it and discuss how DeFi may be able to redeem itself on the road ahead.
PUBLISHED 10TH NOVEMBER 2022
Decline In Gaming Activity On Ethereum: Minor Blip or Game Over?
Gaming activity has plunged more than 96% on Ethereum. In this article, we take a closer look at the state of GameFi on Ethereum and discuss whether this decline is merely a minor blip, or whether it poses serious concerns for the future of GameFi.
PUBLISHED 6TH NOVEMBER 2022
How Do Oracles Work In The Crypto World?
Have you ever placed a buy or sell order for a cryptocurrency at a specific price? Or have you ever profited from arbitraging the same coin across multiple exchanges? If you answer yes to one or both of these questions, you have likely benefited from a blockchain oracle.
PUBLISHED 2ND OCTOBER 2022
Five Types Of Consensus Mechanisms You Should Know About
How do blockchains ensure that transactions are real, valid, and not the product of fraud? The answer is consensus mechanisms, and in this article, we take a closer look at the pros and cons of five of the most popular consensus mechanisms in crypto.
PUBLISHED 14TH SEPTEMBER 2022
Ethereum Merge 2: 5 Misconceptions About The Ethereum Merge
With the excitement that the Ethereum Merge has created, several commentators attempting to explain what the Merge is have muddied up the purpose of the Merge. Here are five misconceptions about the Ethereum merge.
PUBLISHED 9TH SEPTEMBER 2022
Ethereum Merge 1: What Is The Ethereum Merge?
One of crypto’s most anticipated events is finally here: The Ethereum Merge. In this article, we take a closer look at what the merge is as well as how it benefits the environment and lays the foundation for greatly improving transaction output and gas fees on Ethereum Mainnet.
PUBLISHED 2ND SEPTEMBER 2022
All you need to know about stablecoins
With more than 15% of the global market cap, stablecoins are widely used and can be found in most portfolios. In this article, we take a closer look at the dynamics that give stablecoins utility as well as the risks associated with them.