Cryptocurrency is relatively new yet was shaped by ideas and innovations introduced decades ago. To better understand the forces that led to cryptocurrency, read our list of significant developments, developers, and digital events through the 1990s. These serve as crypto milestones which shaped the crypto industry into what it is today. The World Before Bitcoin […]
Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash: Similar, but Different
Bitcoin (BTC) has long dominated crypto conversations. Bitcoin Cash (BCH), which is distinct from Bitcoin, is far less famous than its namesake. But it is interesting in its own way, from how it came to be to who followed its lead. First off: Bitcoin Cash is neither Bitcoin nor physical cash. It forked from Bitcoin […]
Bitcoin vs The Stock Market: How Have They Grown?
The worst investment strategy is no investment strategy. No matter what generation group you are a part of, there is never a bad time to educate yourself on potential investments. We’ve all heard the timeless phrase “don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” In terms of finance, this strategy encourages one to spread […]
10 Best Crypto Podcasts You Need To Listen To
The cryptocurrency world moves quickly. So does the news cycle. Thankfully, crypto podcasts offer timely, expert analysis providing insights the day’s headlines won’t. From guest experts, crypto geniuses and current news, these podcasts have something for everyone interested in crypto. Here are the ten best crypto podcasts (and what we listen to here at Coinsource) in […]
6 Hidden Clues to Satoshi Nakamoto’s True Identity
Previously, we delved into who the mysterious creator of Bitcoin might be by examining common candidates. In this post, we look at cold-hard facts as clues to Satoshi Nakamoto’s true identity. Of note: No one knows if Satoshi Nakamoto is a man, woman, or group of individuals. However, Nakamoto presents himself as male, so that’s […]
What Is Cryptocurrency? 10 Things You Must Know About Crypto
Let’s get back to basics and discuss some aspects of crypto in simple terms. So what is cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency is currency in the form of a digital file. It gets “crypto” in its name by the transaction validation method used. Each transaction is cryptographically secured on the public blockchain ledger (more info on that momentarily). […]
How to Cash Out Bitcoin: The 3 Easiest Ways
From cryptocurrency brokers to exchanges to Bitcoin ATMs, you have options on how to cash out your Bitcoin. Think of them as different routes to the same destination. Some prioritize speed, some security, and others prioritize both! Here, we break the various options down. Peer-To-Peer: The Need for Speed Bitcoin peer-to-peer platforms allow you to […]
13 Useful Things You Can Buy With Bitcoin Today
Bitcoin is no longer the young money system on the block it used to be. After Bitcoin’s incredible rally in 2020, many large banks are feeling the heat to grant access to Bitcoin. If you’re done hodling some (or all) of your Bitcoin and are ready to spend, you’re in luck! You can now buy […]
Why You Can Trust Bitcoin ATMs
You’ve done your research and decided to buy some crypto. You like Bitcoin’s potential upside. Your investment might someday fund a Super Bowl vacation with friends, a scholarship at your alma mater, or your dad’s Mustang restoration. Ready to make a purchase, you’ve seen Bitcoin ATMs around next to cash ATMs. But you think, “Can I […]
Coinsource, Largest Bitcoin ATM Provider in the US, Reaches New Record of 40 Machines Across Washington State
Coinsource, America’s leading provider of Bitcoin ATMs (BTMs), has announced a rapid expansion in Washington State, reaching a record 40 kiosk locations. Coinsource is the leading Bitcoin ATM provider in the state, and is now operational in 44 states across the country. Sheffield Clark, CEO of Coinsource, said, “We are delighted to have reached this […]
Here’s Why Bitcoin Still Rules The Crypto Space
Bitcoin isn’t the only crypto, or even the first virtual currency envisioned. Hashcash, B-money, and bit gold are three influential precursors. But Bitcoin was the first to turn heads among the general public and maintain interest. By one count, more than 4,000 cryptocurrencies existed in January 2021. Yet as of writing this, Bitcoin’s total market […]
Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto? Here’s Who It Might Be…
Bitcoin has had a mysterious unanswered question from day one. Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? Satoshi Nakamoto is likely pseudonym whose identity (or identities) has never been revealed, and was the creator of Bitcoin. But that doesn’t keep the public from guessing who Satoshi Nakamoto is. A few details known about the secretive founder of Bitcoin: […]
“Why Buy Bitcoin?” Because of These 3 Wealth Creation Principles:
Those new to cryptocurrency may wonder what the big fuss is all about. A person can invest money in all sorts of ways. With so many options, why buy Bitcoin at all? We’ll take a look at some reasons. Bitcoin diversifies your assets. Diversification is standard investing advice for a reason. It helps you mitigate […]
Will We Have a Modern-Day Roaring Twenties?
In 1918-1920, the world experienced the Great Influenza Pandemic, which, in the U.S. alone, took 675,000 lives and sidelined the economy. Yet what followed those dark years was a time of great prosperity in the U.S.: the Roaring Twenties, made famous by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novels and romanticized today through movies, Art Deco ardor, and […]