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What Is Cryptocurrency & Blockchain

Course 1: What Is Cryptocurrency & Blockchain?

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Course 1 What Is Cryptocurrency & Blockchain

Exploring Bitcoin, 20+ Cryptos, and Bit2MusicToken on Waves Blockchain

Introduction

This paid course is designed to help you understand the different cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin, their use cases, and how to navigate the crypto space effectively. You’ll also learn about Bit2MusicToken, a token on the Waves blockchain, and how it fits into the ecosystem.

Lesson 1: The Foundation – Bitcoin (BTC)

  • Launched: 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto
  • Purpose: Digital currency for peer-to-peer transactions
  • Use Cases: Store of value, payments, hedge against inflation

Lesson 2: The Altcoins – Exploring 20+ Cryptos & Their Uses

Beyond Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies have emerged with unique functions.

Smart Contract Platforms:

  1. Ethereum (ETH) – Smart contracts, DeFi, NFTs
  2. Binance Coin (BNB) – BNB Chain transactions, staking, trading
  3. Solana (SOL) – High-speed smart contracts, NFTs
  4. Cardano (ADA) – Research-driven blockchain, DeFi, DApps
  5. Avalanche (AVAX) – Fast transactions, scalable DeFi apps

Payment Cryptos:

  1. Ripple (XRP) – Cross-border payments, banking sector
  2. Litecoin (LTC) – Fast transactions, low fees
  3. Bitcoin Cash (BCH) – Scalable Bitcoin alternative
  4. Dash (DASH) – Instant, private digital cash
  5. Stellar (XLM) – Facilitates low-cost global payments

Privacy Coins:

  1. Monero (XMR) – Untraceable, private transactions
  2. Zcash (ZEC) – Privacy-focused, shielded transactions

DeFi & Utility Tokens:

  1. Chainlink (LINK) – Connects smart contracts with real-world data
  2. Polkadot (DOT) – Interoperability between blockchains
  3. Uniswap (UNI) – Decentralized trading protocol
  4. Aave (AAVE) – Lending and borrowing platform

Stablecoins:

  1. Tether (USDT) – USD-pegged stablecoin
  2. USD Coin (USDC) – Stablecoin backed by fiat reserves
  3. DAI (DAI) – Decentralized stablecoin

Metaverse & Gaming Coins:

  1. Decentraland (MANA) – Virtual world currency
  2. The Sandbox (SAND) – Digital real estate and metaverse gaming

Lesson 3: Bit2MusicToken – The Crypto Revolution for Music

  • Blockchain: Waves Blockchain
  • Purpose: A token designed for the music industry and digital transactions
  • Use Cases:
    • Supports music streaming and artist payments
    • Integrated within the Bold Hustles ecosystem
    • Offers investment and trading opportunities

Lesson 4: How to Buy, Store & Trade Crypto

  • Choosing the Right Wallet: Hot wallets vs. cold wallets
  • Using Crypto Exchanges: Binance, Coinbase, KuCoin, Waves.Exchange
  • Trading Strategies: HODLing, day trading, staking, DeFi farming

Final Thoughts

This course will provide the essential knowledge to confidently invest, trade, and use cryptocurrency while understanding how Bit2MusicToken brings value to the digital music space.

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