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New coins highlighted! Aptos, LidoDAO, and Stacks.

March 28, 2023

Stacks Stacks is a project built on the Bitcoin network designed to enable smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) for Bitcoin. The second layer of Stacks is a way to…

Is Crypto Haram? An Exploration of the Debate

March 23, 2023

Cryptocurrency, or simply “crypto,” has become an important topic in the financial world in recent years. It is a digital currency that operates outside of traditional banking systems and uses…

Bitcoin rises by 20%! Discover where this price explosion came from.

March 14, 2023

Important events from the past week A bank run occurred at the three major banks in the American (fin)tech sector: Silvergate Bank (SI), Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), and Signature Bank…

The history of money: from barter to bitcoin.

February 24, 2023

Money has existed for thousands of years, and its history is one of continuous change and evolution. Throughout history, the way we think about and use money has undergone various…

The rise and fall of famous financial bubbles.

February 16, 2023

Financial bubbles are temporary periods of economic growth characterized by rapid increases in the price of an asset, followed by a dramatic crash. Throughout history, there have been several famous…

NFTs on Bitcoin? Here you can read how that works!

February 9, 2023

In recent years, we have been inundated with NFTs in the form of funny pictures, collectible collections, and memes on the Ethereum network and other chains. However, they have never…

Platform basics: cost overview

January 28, 2023

At Knaken, we find it important to be as transparent as possible to our customers about the costs involved. It is possible to view these costs for each purchase or…

5 things to consider before buying crypto

January 3, 2023

When buying cryptocurrency, there are several important factors to consider in order to make an informed decision. Some of the key things to look out for when purchasing crypto include:…

Periodically buying crypto with an automatic transfer (DCA).

December 20, 2022

When is the best time to buy crypto? Will the price drop further, or have we already passed the lowest point? Many people get lost in technical analyses and, despite…

Nonce

A nonce, or "number used once," is vital in cryptocurrency for mining, transaction security, and preventing double spending, ensuring data integrity and network security.

Dino Decentralized in Name Only

Dino (Decentralized in Name Only) refers to projects that claim to be decentralized but are actually controlled by a central party, undermining true decentralization principles.

Wrapped Token

Wrapped Tokens are digital assets that represent cryptocurrencies on different blockchains, enhancing interoperability, liquidity, and utility in decentralized finance (DeFi) and cross-chain transactions.

DAO Governance Framework

A DAO governance framework enables decentralized decision-making, enhances accountability, and fosters community participation through smart contracts, voting mechanisms, and transparent processes.

DAO Decentralized Autonomous Organization

A DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) is an organization governed by smart contracts on a blockchain, allowing members to make decisions collectively without central authority.

Unpermissioned Ledger

An unpermissioned ledger is a decentralized blockchain allowing anyone to access, validate, and participate without central authority approval, promoting transparency and inclusivity.

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