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How to enable two-factor authentication

Two-factor authentication keeps an account more secure by requiring two things to complete a task (like logging in or sending money out): something you know (like a password) and something you have (like you phone). Two-factor authentication is optional, but strongly encouraged to secure…

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Bitcoin and taxes: What you need to know

The rules around how bitcoin is taxed vary from country to country and they’re constantly changing. What do you need to do? We take a look at how you can stay ahead of the game.

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What is a consensus mechanism?

A closer look at the most popular consensus mechanisms and how they work to ensure public blockchains operate transparently and independent of any single authority.

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Luno’s view on forks

Uncover how and why blockchain forks occur, what they mean for the crypto community, and how Luno approaches their integration into the Luno platform.

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Understanding Ethereum fees: How gas works

Ethereum transaction fees hit another all-time high (ATH) this week, with miners earning a record $500,000 in fees in a single hour. To better understand this, let’s break down how Ethereum transaction fees (or gas) work.

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Decentralised Finance (DeFi) in a Nutshell

Imagine being able to bypass traditional financial institutions for things like loans, savings and insurance? Imagine no more–DeFi is here, and it’s changing the way we think about crypto and their use cases.

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Crypto around the world: Australia

In our Crypto Around the World series, we take a look at the crypto landscape in different markets around the world, focusing on infrastructure, investment, regulation, and adoption. This time we’re spotlighting the land of kangaroos and koalas, Australia.

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The CBDC race: Can the US take the lead?

Fed president, Jerome Powell confirmed in February 2020 that they’re “working hard on it [CBDC]” but recent reports claim the US is lagging behind. So who’s poised to win the great central bank digital currency race?

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