842b cryptocurrency 101: what is it, how does it work + how much to buy

Nick Bradley, co-author of The Quick Start Guide To Investing, joined Glen James to break down the concept of cryptocurrency. They cover:

👉🏾 what is the blockchain and what is cryptocurrency?

👉🏿 why would I invest in Bitcoin over an ETF?

👉🏻 unpacking the concept of using Bitcoin as your key every spending currency

👉 is investing in cryptocurrency like investing in shares?

👉🏼 what platforms can you use to invest in cryptocurrencies and how do the fees work?

👉🏽 how much should the average person spend on cryptocurrency?

👉🏾 are there any major risks to investing in cryptocurrency?

👉🏿 how do you keep Bitcoin safe? Is losing Bitcoin an issue?

👉🏻 what is stablecoin?

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