Cryptocurrency has come a long way and the journey has been very much like a yo-yo ride! Bitcoin is the first decentralized cryptocurrency, which has seen all the developments in the crypto market since its hush-hush beginnings. In simpler terms, Bitcoin is an online currency system which can be used for the purpose of investment or as a method of payment. However, it is not controlled by any government or corporate for that matter. In fact, Bitcoin is not regulated or managed by any central authority. It allows users to trade money without the need for a third party such as a bank, credit card company, or other financial institutions. It is seen more as an investment option currently rather than a payment method although that is gradually changing. Furthermore, because money transfers do not require names, there is little risk of identity theft. However, as the Bitcoin price volatility indicates, it is a very risky business and those who do invest in it should know about. There are also innumerable scams that have been carried out by cybercriminals with Bitcoin. So, if you are still thinking of buying Bitcoin, here's how to.
Step 1: Store your Bitcoin
To buy Bitcoin, you must first create a Bitcoin storage site, which is the first stage in the Bitcoin purchasing process. There are two ways to store Bitcoins online right now:
Another way to store your Bitcoin is a paper wallet, which is one of the most popular ways to keep your Bitcoin safe. The wallet is small and compact, and it is composed of coded paper. One of the advantages of a paper wallet is that the wallet's private keys are not stored digitally. As a result, it is immune to cyber-attacks and hardware system failures. When you receive your Bitcoin paper, it will
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