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Tokens (38)
Learn all about crypto tokens. From Bitcoin to stablecoins, Ethereum, memecoins, and much more.

Trading basics
DeFi
What is BEP-20? Exploring the token standard
In the infancy of cryptocurrency, generating a new token was a complex task. It required either the creation of an entirely new blockchain or the use of a Bitcoin fork. However, this landscape underwent a significant shift with the advent of Ethereum, which repurposed blockchain technology as a development platform.
Jul 15, 2025
Intermediate

Ethereum
DeFi
Trading basics
What is Wrapped Ethereum (WETH)?
Wrapped Ether (WETH) is essentially a version of Ether (ETH) but differs in numerous ways. WETH can be used on various platforms and decentralized applications (DApps) that support the ERC-20 token standard. WETH is pegged to ETH at a 1:1 ratio and can easily get converted. This leads to better interoperability on the Ethereum blockchain.
Jul 15, 2025
Beginners

Altcoin
Web3
Blockchain
Toncoin (TON) explained: can TON gain adoption with Telegram?
When Telegram first announced its partnership with the TON Foundation , there was undoubtedly a collective surge of excitement for the future of Web3 and its mainstream adoption. That's because Telegram has given The Open Network (TON) and Toncoin a stamp of approval by choosing to adopt it as the preferred blockchain to work with for Web3 infrastructure foundations.
Jul 15, 2025
Beginners

Altcoin
Staking
10 top Proof of Stake tokens in 2024
Proof of Stake (PoS) is a consensus algorithm used in blockchain networks to validate transactions and create new blocks. PoS differs from Proof of Work (PoW) in that it doesn't require nodes to solve complex mathematical puzzles. Instead, validators are chosen based on the amount of cryptocurrency they hold. This makes PoS more energy-efficient and cost-effective than PoW.
Jul 15, 2025
Intermediate

Blockchain
Altcoin
About Aptos (APT): is the Move-powered L1 still a Solana killer?
Since witnessing the rise of Solana throughout the 2021 bull market, we've had numerous other layer-1 blockchain projects emerge with big claims about transformative blockchain technology. One such layer-1 blockchain is Aptos — the project backed by ex-Meta engineers who were in charge of the now-defunct Libra and Diem project.
Apr 24, 2025

Ethereum
Blockchain
DeFi
What’s next for post-merge Ethereum?
This is an OKX — Okcoin research partnership. Adam Bloom is a Content Writer, podcaster, and yield farmer based in Los Angeles. Now that Ethereum has completed the Merge, it’s time to get ready for the next set of Ethereum upgrades — the Surge, Verge, Purge, and Splurge.
Apr 24, 2025
Intermediate

Ethereum
DApps
What is ETH 2.0 and the Shanghai upgrade?
Have you been wondering what ETH 2.0 is all about? Or maybe you've heard of the Shanghai upgrade and are curious to learn more? This blog post will give you a brief overview of both ETH 2.0 and the Shanghai upgrade. So whether you're a crypto novice or an experienced trader, read on to learn more.
Apr 24, 2025
Beginners

Memecoins
Understanding Dogecoin: a comprehensive guide to the largest memecoin by market cap
Dogecoin is a cryptocurrency launched in 2013 as a light-hearted and more approachable alternative to established digital currencies like Bitcoin (BTC) , Ethereum (ETH) , and Tether (USDT) . The around an open-source peer-to-peer digital currency that could be used for good.
Apr 24, 2025
Beginners

Bitcoin
Ethereum
Altcoin
What is a token generation event (TGE): how crypto tokens are distributed
A token generation event (TGE) refers to a crypto project creating and releasing a digital token to eligible users. TGEs usually involve the release of a utility token for the crypto project or service in question rather than coins, which often represent a store of value. TGEs can therefore be a significant moment in a project's roadmap and catalyst for growth.
Apr 24, 2025
Beginners

Memecoins
Memecoins: the playful side of cryptocurrency
Memecoins have grabbed plenty of crypto news headlines in 2024, and outperformed every other coin category in the crypto space. Memecoins aren't new. In fact, Dogecoin (DOGE), the oldest memecoin, has been around since 2013 — predating Ethereum’s launch date.
Dec 9, 2024
Beginners

Bitcoin
Blockchain
Trading basics
Meet BRC-20 tokens: the new Bitcoin token standard
BRC-20 has taken the Bitcoin community by storm since @Domodata created it on March 8, 2023. But what is the BRC-20 token standard? BRC-20 is a fungible token standard made explicitly for the Bitcoin blockchain.
Nov 14, 2024
Intermediate
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Altcoin
What is Helium? Exploring 'The People’s Network'
The Helium Network, commonly known as Helium, is helping to bring about advancements in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity. With the introduction of its flagship product, the Helium Hotspot, in 2019, Helium brought to market a new approach to wireless networks through its blockchain-based solutions.
Aug 2, 2024
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