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Security
When it comes to cryptocurrency, security is the act of securing your crypto assets, protecting your accounts and passwords, and avoiding scams.
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What is an Investment Scam?
Investment scams are a form of fraud in which someone is tricked – directly or indirectly – into investing money into a product, business or “asset”. These scams exist across all financial markets, including the stock market, private businesses and the cryptocurrency sector. Investment scams usually target the vulnerable – inexperienced investors, for example – […]
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Red Flags and Identifying Scams
Certain scams are easy to identify from the beginning – to the point that even the most naive investor can spot them. However, scammers are becoming increasingly complex over time, making some schemes difficult for even the most experienced traders to sound out. Thankfully, there is a set of principles that anyone can follow to […]
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Strategies to Protect Yourself from Investment Scams
Before anyone invests even a cent of their money, they should employ several safety practices. Known as cyber hygiene, these actions can put a stop to scammers before losing funds becomes a possibility. The foundation of cyber hygiene in the modern internet era is multi-factor authentication (MFA). It is one of the most effective and […]
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Common Types of Investment Scams and Scammer Tactics
People can fall victim to many different types of investment scams. Some are easy to see through and avoid, while others can trick even the most internet-savvy investor. However, knowing the various tactics fraudsters use to entrap their victims can go a long way to creating a safer environment for investors – especially in the […]
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What are Money Mules?
Simply, a money mule is somebody who transfers the proceeds of crime on behalf of someone else.
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What is Phishing in Crypto?
Phishing is a common crypto scam where scammers pose as a trusted entity to trick people into revealing sensitive information. Learn how to recognise and avoid this type of scam.
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Creating a Secure Password
A secure password will make sure no one else can access your crypto. This guide will explain how to create strong passwords and how to store them safely.
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Guide to Crypto Self-Custody
Self-custody refers to the ability to have full control and access to your assets. Learn more on how to take self-custody of your crypto.
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What is the Double Spending Problem?
Double spending is the issue of spending the same digital currency more than once. Learn more about the types of Double spending attacks.