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The Many Misconceptions About Bitcoin

06/27/2024 11:12 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
The Many Misconceptions About Bitcoin
There are some common misconceptions and inaccuracies about Bitcoin. With a balanced and factual approach it's possible to get a clearer understanding of Bitcoin's potential as a legitimate investment asset.

The Bitcoin Halving is Coming

11/21/2023 06:55 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
The Bitcoin Halving is Coming
The Bitcoin Halving is only months away now. Here's an explanation of what it is, why it happens, and the benefits it brings.

Bitcoin – The Who, What, When, Why, and How

03/09/2022 09:49 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Bitcoin – The Who, What, When, Why, and How
Bitcoin is the original and the most prominent cryptocurrency in use today. Here is an overview of bitcoin, how it works, and how to use it.

What is Blockchain and What are the Benefits of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency?

03/04/2022 01:35 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
What is Blockchain and What are the Benefits of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrencies are becoming a larger part of the overall financial system. To get a better understanding of why and how, it's important to know what blockchain is and what the benefits are.

Cryptocurrency – What’s It All About?, Part 2: Spending Cryptocurrency

03/22/2021 08:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Cryptocurrency – What’s It All About?, Part 2: Spending Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency is typically driven “by and for the people” in peer-to-peer exchanges. At least in theory, this permits it to flow more quickly and cheaply, with fewer fees and administrative hurdles.

Cryptocurrency – What’s It All About?, Part 1: Understanding Cryptocurrency

03/08/2021 08:00 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Cryptocurrency – What’s It All About?, Part 1: Understanding Cryptocurrency
It’s hard to scan the financial headlines these days and not spot at least one call to action related to Bitcoin’s latest moves. Has all the attention given you cryptocurrency fever, or are you at least wondering what it’s all about?

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