... transactions. Simply put, each unit of cryptocurrency (coin or token) exists not as a physical coin or banknote but as a record in a global digital ledger. This ledger—the blockchain—represents a chain of blocks, each containing information about transactions.... ... be created to serve as money without the involvement of governments and banks. Over more than a decade of its existence, the price of Bitcoin has experienced dramatic rises and falls, but the underlying principle of decentralized currency has gained widespread ...

... sharply reducing risks, lowering leverage and "waiting for better days." Even the “Magnificent 7,” once growth locomotives, are now met with caution – their high concentration in indices recalls the vulnerability of the dot-com bubble, and global risks (such as Fed rates, geopolitics, recession) draw parallels with 2008. An important lesson from 2000 and 2008 is that periods of extreme pessimism create the groundwork for subsequent rallies. When all bad news is reflected in prices and investors go short en masse, the market often finds a bottom. The current record-long/short ratio of 2.5x suggests that bearish sentiment has already reached historical peaks. Perhaps “smart money” anticipates further declines, but such ...

... involving second- or third-tier securities, liquidity typically decreases as well. During such times, companies may stop paying dividends. The imposition of sanctions against specific enterprises can also impact the trading of their securities. Major global exchanges may refuse to allow such shares to trade. This means that the owner will be unable to liquidate their holdings. Political situations can also influence share prices. In these cases, predicting outcomes becomes quite difficult, if not impossible. Conditions can change in just minutes, making it unlikely that one can quickly exit their stock portfolio. Investing in shares of only one company carries the risk ...

... The first known transaction using Bitcoin occurred in May 2010 when programmer Laszlo Hanyecz purchased two pizzas for 10,000 BTC. 2011: Bitcoin reached parity with the US dollar and then surged to $31, before undergoing a correction to $2. 2013: The price of Bitcoin exceeded $1,000, only to decline to around $200 shortly afterward. 2017: Bitcoin achieved a new high of approximately $20,000, attracting significant attention from investors and media. 2020-2021: Amidst a global pandemic and economic instability, Bitcoin exhibited remarkable growth, reaching $29,000 in December 2020 and over $64,000 in April 2021. 2024: Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, surpassing the $100,000 mark. Factors Influencing the Growth of ...

... securities may arise. For investors, this expands the range of available tools—from stablecoins to DeFi applications. Strengthened Dollar in the Digital Environment. The U.S. focus on dollar-backed stablecoins ensures the dollar's ongoing role in the global digital economy. The dominance of USD stablecoins provides relative predictability: most transactions in the crypto sphere will remain in dollars. This enhances market confidence among those previously wary of crypto assets due to price volatility. Risks and Challenges Despite positive changes, investors should be aware of potential risks: Delays and Political Opposition. Many of the working group's proposals have yet to be legally implemented. Their realization will require the ...