Cryptocurrencies are digital, decentralized currencies secured by cryptography. Nodes validate transactions in grouped blocks using consensus mechanisms, such as proof of work or proof of stake.

SALT LAKE CITY — We are living in the digital age, and it seems like there isn’t anything you can’t find online — and that includes money in varying forms. One type of currency picking up steam is ...

How cryptocurrency works Cryptocurrencies are produced, tracked and managed through what’s called a distributed ledger such as blockchain. In a distributed ledger, the currency’s movement is processed ...

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President Donald Trump just held a pricey dinner for top owners of a cryptocurrency that bears his name. Meanwhile, lawmakers are working behind the scenes to regulate crypto on Capitol Hill. In other ...

If you’re completely new to this industry and want to gain exposure - this beginner’s guide on investing in crypto will explain everything. [iStockphoto] The global cryptocurrency investment market is ...