Explained
With 72M+ users and addictively simple gameplay, TapSwap is more than just a crypto fad — it’s evolving into a full-scale blockchain gaming platform.
Explained
Cointelegraph's Explained section simplifies blockchain, crypto, AI, and digital finance. We cover everything from basic concepts to trends like DeFi, NFTs, Web3, and smart contracts, helping you learn about digital assets, crypto security, and more. Whether you're a beginner or staying up-to-date, it offers easy-to-understand information.
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Pi Network is not “dead” in the sense of being completely abandoned or defunct, but it is struggling significantly with its price, user confidence and ecosystem development.
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VanEck’s $NODE ETF tracks firms that have adopted blockchain tech, not crypto prices. It exposes you to companies driving blockchain adoption.
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Yes, you can mine Bitcoin with a gaming PC — but between low performance, high electricity costs and tough competition from ASIC miners, it’s rarely worth the effort.
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Tornado Cash is designed to make transactions private, but allegations of money laundering led to US sanctions, though they were lifted in March 2025.
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Despite blockchain’s decade-long presence in finance, many industry veterans remain skeptical about its practicality and necessity.
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The viral Paws Telegram Mini App behind the tap-to-earn craze has migrated from TON to Solana, launching a new token and expanding into NFTs, DeFi and Web3 gaming.
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The $243 million Bitcoin heist orchestrated by Veer Chetal, Malone Lam and others led to a stunning kidnapping in Connecticut.
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Digital twin technology is being weaponized by cybercriminals to impersonate individuals in the crypto space, but blockchain provides ways to combat these scams.
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Crypto sealed bids fairly allocate tokens, limiting price manipulation and front-running. This often cuts bot interference, boosting equal access in popular launches.
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Circle’s refund protocol enables secure, programmable refunds in stablecoin transactions without giving full control to arbiters.
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Artificial general intelligence (AGI) promises to think, adapt and reason like a human — but how close are we really to this sci-fi dream?
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Scammers often impersonate Google to create a sense of urgency with fake subpoenas, but you can spot these phishing attacks and protect your data.
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As Ethereum continues to evolve, key upgrades like Pectra, Fusaka and Glamsterdam are driving improvements in global usability, layer-2 synergy and long-term resilience.
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In 2025, Bitcoin offers potential as an inflation hedge, but its extreme volatility and limited real-world use make it a high-risk bet.