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Crypto: The Good, The Bad, and The Blockchain

Harith Kamarul, Product Manager, Etherscan

10-Mar-25 18:00

Crypto: The Good, The Bad, and The Blockchain

Where did cryptocurrency come from, and how does it actually work? In this episode, we break down the basics—from Bitcoin’s beginnings to the mechanics of blockchain and decentralization. We also look at where crypto stands today, the challenges it faces, and what the future could hold, including financial risks and environmental concerns. Whether you're crypto-curious or just trying to sound smart at dinner parties, this is your 101 on the digital money revolution.

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Produced by: Sudais Ferhard, Dashran Yohan

Presented by: Dashran Yohan


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Categories:  technologyeconomyinternationalcontroversiesinvestmentsyoung financealternativesfinancial wellness

Tags:  what is cryptocryptocurrencybitcoinethereumblockchaindecentralisation





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