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How To Use Your Bitcoin

How To Use Your Bitcoin

by Coinstop Hardware
You’ve made the leap and purchased your very first Bitcoin… now what? Let’s take a look at the number of ways in which you can use your Bitcoin! HO...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency
How To Safely Buy Bitcoin

How To Safely Buy Bitcoin

by Coinstop Hardware
If you’re new to the world of cryptocurrency, you may be readying yourself to buy your very first Bitcoin. But how can you make sure you’re doing s...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Security
How To Recognise & Avoid Phishing Attempts

How To Recognise & Avoid Phishing Attempts

by Coinstop Hardware
The most common way people lose access to their cryptocurrency is through phishing attacks, and unfortunately, hackers are becoming more sophistica...
Cryptocurrency Security
How To Get Started With Crypto

How To Get Started With Crypto

by Coinstop Hardware
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the past few years, we’re sure you’ve definitely heard of cryptocurrency and bitcoin. But with lots to learn...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency
A Guide to the Blockchain Technology Behind Bitcoin

A Guide to the Blockchain Technology Behind Bitcoin

by Coinstop Hardware
As Bitcoin and blockchain continue to grow and become more user-friendly, the onus is on you to learn this evolving technology so you’re prepared f...
Blockchain Cryptocurrency
A Beginner's Guide on How To Use Uniswap

A Beginner's Guide on How To Use Uniswap

by Coinstop Hardware
The vast majority of crypto trading takes place on centralised exchanges such as Coinbase and Binance. These platforms are governed by a single aut...
Cryptocurrency DeFi
Bitcoin Isn’t Private, But It Can Be

Bitcoin Isn’t Private, But It Can Be

by Coinstop Hardware
There is a common misconception that Bitcoin is a completely private form of payment, free from tracking. However, if you look a little closer, you...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Privacy
What Is the Lightning Network And How Is It Changing Bitcoin

What Is the Lightning Network And How Is It Changing Bitcoin

by Coinstop Hardware
One of the biggest criticisms about Bitcoin is that due to its 3-5 transactions per second (TPS), it’s not fast enough to support the way in which ...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Lightning Network
Bitcoin Price Challenge  —  Month 1

Bitcoin Price Challenge  —  Month 1

by Coinstop Hardware
Having been a bitcoiner for over 10 years, I have seen it at its lowest and highest points. It’s been quite the journey, one that feels almost full...
Bitcoin Bitcoin Price Challenge Cryptocurrency
Why You Shouldn't Use CommBank To Buy Or Store Your Crypto

Why You Shouldn't Use CommBank To Buy Or Store Your Crypto

by Coinstop Hardware
Last week the Commonwealth Bank announced it will become the first Australian bank to allow its customers to buy, sell and hold crypto assets from ...
Cryptocurrency Security
Bringing DeFi To Bitcoin with Taproot

Bringing DeFi To Bitcoin with Taproot

by Coinstop Hardware
Next month in November, a critical update called Taproot is set to overhaul the bitcoin blockchain. The last update was over 4 years ago when the S...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency DeFi
3 Common Misconceptions About Bitcoin

3 Common Misconceptions About Bitcoin

by Coinstop Hardware
The recent rise in Bitcoin popularity has seen a number of media outlets reporting misinformation about cryptocurrency. If you’ve been in the marke...
Bitcoin Cryptocurrency