Stories by Janine Grainger

‘Crypto is a tax-free investment’ (*and other crypto tax myths!)
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As crypto gains popularity, common myths about tax obligations arise, but experts stress that profits made from crypto transactions are taxable in New Zealand.

Bitcoin: What’s Trump got to do with it?
Last month
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Ripple's £5 million donation to Donald Trump's inaugural fund, alongside significant backing from crypto firms, highlights a strategic shift in US politics.

Crypto’s tech doesn’t like people
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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Despite a surge in crypto users, many newcomers find the technology confusing and inaccessible, hindering their ability to invest effectively.

No question is a stupid question: a guide to crypto right now
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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With crypto dominating headlines and social media, newcomers are urged to ask questions and understand the market before diving into investing.

Bitcoin is about to hit an all-time high! Now what?
Wed, 6th Nov 2024
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As Bitcoin nears an all-time high, investors like Sarah are eager to understand the market cycle and develop sound strategies for their investments.

Is Crypto gambling? Let’s ‘roll the dice’ on this debate
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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risk & compliance
As cryptocurrencies polarise opinion, the debate rages: is crypto merely gambling, or a daring avenue for diversifying investments?.

Questions NOT to ask a crypto investor
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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blockchain
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bitcoin
At social gatherings, crypto investors often face cringeworthy questions about their investments, revealing widespread misconceptions about the digital currency world.

‘How much crypto users buy’ is the wrong success metric for a crypto exchange
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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cryptocurrency
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Easy Crypto reveals it returned NZD $2.7M to customers affected by fraud, shifting focus from trading volume to security and user protection in the crypto space.

The lowdown on crypto ATMs and their place in the ecosystem
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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cloud services
Crypto ATMs are growing globally, with the US leading at 82% of market share. As the ecosystem expands, here's what to know before using one.

Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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healthtech
Bitcoin's cross-generational allure skyrockets as both Boomers and Gen Alpha seek control and financial independence amid rising distrust in traditional investments.

Why investors are swapping lawns for ledgers
Mon, 24th Jun 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
With home ownership out of reach for many, almost 60% of Kiwis see crypto as a more accessible investment than real estate, reflecting global trends.

Easy crypto on Crypto taxes: Ignorance is never bliss!
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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As crypto trading gains momentum, with colossal drops and staggering climbs, many traders forget about ensuing tax requirements, wrongly assuming it to be outside conventional financial regulations.

IWD 2024: Crypto is in ‘catch-up’ mode when it comes to inclusivity…
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Despite its promise of financial equality, the crypto industry struggles with inclusivity, marked by underrepresentation and male dominance in finance and technology.

The future of crypto wallets - do we really need seed phrases?
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
Crypto wallets evolution questions the sustainability of seed phrases amidst a surge in digital theft, as industry innovators contemplate safer alternatives.

Stablecoins: Clarifying myths and highlighting superpowers
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Stablecoins, an innovative class of cryptocurrency, combine the advantages of digital security and rapid transactions, despite myths and misunderstandings.