Explained
Bitcoin may be decentralized, but its price isn’t immune to the influence of whales, protocol upgrades, ETF approvals and global regulations.
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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How Much Bitcoin Does BlackRock Own and Why It Matters in 2025.
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With 93% of all Bitcoin already mined, the race for the remaining coins is intensifying. Here’s how it impacts scarcity, mining rewards and the future of the network.
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Despite market volatility and evolving investment tools, hodling remains the go-to strategy for Bitcoin believers in 2025.
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Bitcoin’s explosive July rally pushed its market cap to $2.4 trillion, overtaking Amazon, silver and Alphabet, cementing its place among the world’s five most valuable assets.
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A cybersecurity expert warns that quantum computing could silently break Bitcoin, stockpiling encrypted data today to crack it in the future.
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As the adoption of digital assets grows rapidly, there has been a significant increase in the amount of funds lost to scams and hacks.
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A $1-million Bitcoin would upend global finance, reshaping wealth, inflation, energy markets and the very role of fiat currencies.
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A fake hardware wallet bought via TikTok led to a $6.9-million crypto theft; hackers are now targeting devices meant to keep funds safe.
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Explore the history of attempts to change Bitcoin’s 21-million hard cap and why it has proven to be hard to create an alternative to the apex asset.
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Veer Chetal, a 19-year-old hacker, used social engineering to steal $243 million in Bitcoin, then exposed his identity during a livestream and reoffended while out on bail.
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Unlike traditional messaging apps that rely on internet infrastructure, Bitchat operates on direct device-to-device communication.
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Ethereum’s Fusaka upgrade arrives in November 2025, quietly boosting scalability and network resilience without changing smart contracts
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Japan is proposing a major reform in its tax regime for crypto assets. If passed, these changes will make digital asset investing simpler for crypto investors.
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Aplus and SBI VC Trade launch Japan’s first point-to-crypto program, letting users earn XRP, BTC and ETH from everyday spending.