TIP: Consider Buying the Token After the ICO
There have been very few ICOs in the history of cryptocurrency where buying into the ICO netted a better price than one could have got on the open market.
Ethereum (ETH)
Ethereum’s Ether is one of the top cryptocurrencies. The Ethereum network uses a smart-contract system that facilitates the creation of tokens, decentralized applications, and more.
The token native to this network is called “ether.”
This section contains articles on Ether, ERC-20 Tokens, and the Ethereum platform.
FACT: The ethereum network is used to create about 1/2 of all ICOs. This means many coins on the market are Ethereum based.
Bittrex
Bittrex Global is a relatively popular crypto exchange. They were once also one of the more popular US-based crypto exchanges for trading altcoins. However, in 2023 Bittrex US filed for bankruptcy.
Investing Tip: Try “Coin to Coin” Exchange
You can trade one crypto for another and do a “coin to coin” exchange. If you have discipline and make good trades, it can be better than trading crypto for USD.
Coding Mishap Locks up Over $200 Million in Ether in Multi-Sig Wallets
Over $200 million in Ether has been locked inside some multi-signature wallets that use the Parity service. This occurred due to a few coding mishaps.
How To Create a Custom Token in MyEtherWallet (How to Add a Token)
To add a custom cryptocurrency token (such as a token from an ICO) to your MyEtherWallet, follow the instructions below. The gist is the same for all Ethereum wallets.
Proof of Stake (PoS)
Proof of Stake (PoS) is an alternative to Proof of Work (PoW) where mining power is based on how many coins a person holds. Essentially, new coins are created as interest paid on existing coins.
Reasons to Buy Ether
There are some compelling reasons to buy Ethereum’s Ether, the #2 coin by market cap. Forget about ETH’s price relative to BTC. Think about the fundamentals.
With BTC at $6.5k, One Might Ask, “Is Ether a Good Buy at $300?”
Bitcoin, the crypto with the highest market cap is at a high of $6.5k. Ether, the crypto with the second highest market cap is stagnant at $300. Is Ether undersold?
What is Up With Ether’s Price?
What up with Ether’s Price? If you bought BTC or LTC on Oct. 11, 2017, you saw 10% gains by by the 12th. If you bought ETH, you are lucky to have seen 2%.
Understanding Hard Forks in Cryptocurrency
A hard fork is when a single cryptocurrency splits in two. It occurs when a cryptocurrency’s existing code is changed, resulting in both an old and new version.