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Crypto Basics

Plain-language explanations of crypto, Bitcoin, stablecoins, wallets, and the risks every beginner should know.

15 lessons · about 49 min total

Beginner 4 min

What is cryptocurrency?

A simple introduction to digital currencies and why they exist.

Beginner 5 min

Crypto risks every beginner must know

The honest risks of crypto, volatility, scams, irreversibility, and more.

Beginner 3 min

What is USDT?

A US-dollar stablecoin and the most-traded asset on P2P.

Beginner 3 min

What is USDC?

USDC is a dollar stablecoin known for regular reserve reporting. Learn what it is and how it compares to USDT.

Beginner 3 min

Why crypto prices move

A plain explanation of why crypto prices change so quickly, and what volatility means for you.

Beginner 3 min

What is APR, and why it is not guaranteed

APR explained simply, and why yield rates are promotional, variable, and never a promise.

Intermediate 3 min

What happens when a stablecoin depegs?

Stablecoins aim to track the dollar, but they can briefly move off it. Learn what a depeg is and the risks.

Beginner 4 min

USDT vs USDC: which stablecoin should Kenyans use?

USDT and USDC are both dollar stablecoins. Learn the differences in liquidity, networks, and use, and which suits you.

Beginner 2 min

What is a stablecoin?

Crypto designed to hold a steady value, usually pegged to a currency.

Beginner 3 min

What is KYC?

Identity verification, what it is and why exchanges require it.

Beginner 3 min

What is a blockchain?

The shared ledger that records every crypto transaction.

Beginner 3 min

What is Ethereum?

The network behind smart contracts, tokens, and most of DeFi.

Beginner 3 min

What is a crypto wallet?

Where your crypto lives and how keys control access.

Beginner 3 min

What is Bitcoin?

The first and most well-known cryptocurrency, explained simply.

Beginner 4 min

How to avoid crypto scams

Spot the most common scams before they cost you.

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