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Cryptocurrency Basics

Introduction

  • What is Cryptocurrency?
  • How does Cryptocurrency work?
  • Popular Cryptocurrencies
  • History of Cryptocurrency
  • How does a blockchain work?
  • What is "Decentralisation" and why is it important?
  • Mining and Consensus Mechanisms
  • Permissioned vs. Permissionless Blockchains
  • What is the difference between a coin and a token?
  • What are self-custody & non-custodial wallets?

Getting Started

  • How To Buy Cryptocurrency
  • Setting Up a Crypto Wallet
  • Securing Your Cryptocurrency
  • Understanding Exchange Platforms
  • Types of Cryptocurrency Wallet
  • Best Practices for Crypto Storage
  • Common types of Cryptocurrency Scams
  • How to identify a Cryptocurrency Scam?
  • How to avoid Cryptocurrency Scams
  • Do I owe taxes on Crypto transactions?
  • How to Track Your Crypto Portfolio

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

  • What is DeFi?
  • How DeFi Differs from Traditional Finance
  • Major Use Cases in DeFi
  • What are Smart Contracts?
  • Understanding Liquidity Pools
  • Staking and Yield Farming
  • DeFi Risks and Security
  • What Is Crypto P2P Trading, and How Does It Work?

How to identify a Cryptocurrency Scam?

This is not a complete list of information. There may be other signs of a scam that are not included here, so remember to be vigilant and approach every situation with a cautionary lens.

 

Identifying a crypto scam can be difficult, but there are some warning signs to watch out for:

Unsolicited offers: Be wary of unsolicited offers, such as emails or social media messages from people you don't know, offering investment opportunities or promising high returns.

Pressure to act quickly: Scammers often use high-pressure tactics to create a sense of urgency and encourage you to act quickly before you have time to think things through.

Lack of transparency: Scammers often provide little or no information about their company or how their investment opportunity works. Legitimate companies should be transparent about their operations and provide clear information about their team and business model.

Requests for personal information: Scammers may ask for personal information such as your name, address, and social security number, which they can use to steal your identity or access your accounts.

Promises of guaranteed returns: No investment is risk-free, so be skeptical of anyone who promises guaranteed returns on your investment.

Unregulated platforms: Be cautious of platforms that are not regulated by reputable financial authorities. Legitimate platforms should be licensed and registered with financial regulators.

Poor grammar and spelling: Scammers often use poor grammar and spelling in their communications, which can be a red flag that the message is not legitimate. However, with the fast-paced development of tools like ChatGPT, these potential warning signs are becoming easier to hide.

 

Overall, it's important to approach any investment opportunity with caution and do your research before committing any funds. If an opportunity raises any suspicions, it's better to err on the side of caution and avoid it.

 

 

More articles in this section

How To Buy Cryptocurrency

Setting Up a Crypto Wallet

Securing Your Cryptocurrency

Understanding Exchange Platforms

Types of Cryptocurrency Wallet

Best Practices for Crypto Storage

Common types of Cryptocurrency Scams

How to avoid Cryptocurrency Scams

Do I owe taxes on Crypto transactions?

How to Track Your Crypto Portfolio