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Learn crypto: all our guides in one place

Everything we've explained about crypto, in the order you'll need it. Start at the top, or jump straight to what you want to know right now.

  1. The basics

    What crypto is, how it works and how to get started.

    What is Bitcoin?How it works, where it came from, live figuresWhat is Ethereum?Smart contracts, ether and stakingBeginner's guideBuy your first crypto, step by stepBuying Bitcoin or Ethereum in 2026? The differences at a glanceBitcoin or Ethereum: what is the difference and what suits you? We explain digital gold versus the platform for apps — factually and without hype.Glossary50 terms in plain English

  2. Storing it safely

    Your keys, your wallet and your own node.

    Crypto wallet: hardware, software or leaving it on the exchangeHardware, software, or leaving crypto on the exchange? A calm, plain-language guide to wallets, private keys, and which option fits you.Seed phrase & private key: how to protect your cryptoYour seed phrase and private key are the keys to your crypto — whoever holds them has access to your funds. A practical guide to storing them safely, including the most common mistakes.Hardware wallets in 2026: the complete beginner guideWith hijacked accounts now the biggest DeFi threat, more and more investors are opting for self-custody. This guide explains how a layered wallet strategy with a hardware wallet works.Storing crypto safely in 2026: hardware wallet or exchange?Where is your crypto safest — on an exchange or in a hardware wallet? We explain the difference and help you choose based on your amount and how you use it.Best hardware wallets of 2026: Ledger or Trezor?Since MiCA, more Europeans are choosing self-custody. We compare the best hardware wallets of 2026 — Trezor Safe 3, Ledger Nano X and Nano S Plus — on security, price and ease of use, with tips to avoid fake devices.Why more people run their own Bitcoin node at homeWith MiCA fully in force today and exchanges facing tighter regulation, interest in self-custody is growing fast. Non-custodial swap volumes rose over 340% this year. Here's why running your own node makes sense, and how to do it simply at home — for example with Umbrel.

  3. Spotting scams

    The most common tricks, and how to see through them.

    How to Spot a Crypto Scam: A Practical ChecklistLearn how to spot a crypto scam in minutes: a clear red-flag checklist, a decision tree and what to do if you suspect fraud in the EU.Pig butchering scams: spotting the WhatsApp con in timeAn unknown number, a friendly ‘wrong number’ text, weeks of chatting — and then suddenly a ‘brilliant’ crypto investment. This long-running scam often costs victims their entire savings. Here's how to spot the signs in time.Bitcoin Code is not Cryptocode: how the trading-robot scam worksGoogle shows our site hundreds of times a quarter to people searching for "bitcoin code". That is not us. What sits behind the name, how the "automatic trading robot" trick works according to the AFM and FSMA, and what to do if you have already sent money.

  4. Buying and trading

    Orders, fees, regular buying and tax.

    Trading explainedOrders, spread and price chartsAutomated crypto saving (DCA): calm, discipline, better pricesAlmost nobody times the market well. With dollar-cost averaging you buy automatically at fixed intervals — here's why it works and which platforms support it well.Fee calculatorWhat a purchase costs on each platformCrypto tax by countryRates and exemptions in each EU country

  5. Returns and risk

    Staking, airdrops and DeFi: what you can earn and what it can cost you.

    Staking explained: earning passively with crypto (and the risks)What is staking, how much can you earn with it and what risks do you run? A clear explanation of passive income with crypto, including the pitfalls.Airdrops explained: free crypto or a clever trap?What is an airdrop, why do projects hand out free tokens and how do you take part safely without getting scammed? A clear explanation with the most important safety rules.Yield farming in 2026: from wild returns to mature DeFiThe era of four-digit APYs is over. We look at how yield farming has matured and which strategies are realistic now.

  6. Going deeper

    For when you want to know more.

    What are stablecoins?Crypto that stays worth the same as the euroBitcoin Lightning Network explained: fast and cheap paymentsThe Lightning Network makes Bitcoin payments virtually instant and dirt cheap. How does this 'layer 2' work, what are the benefits and what should you watch out for?Bitcoin halving 2028: when is it and what does it mean?The next bitcoin halving is scheduled around spring 2028: the block reward drops from 3.125 to 1.5625 BTC. We explain how the halving works, what happened to the price historically, and why it matters now.Tokenized real-world assets (RWA): the biggest story of 2026Real estate, bonds and stocks as a token on the blockchain: what are tokenized real-world assets, why is Ethereum in the lead and what are the risks?What is a memecoin? Hype, risks and well-known examplesMemecoins can rise explosively and crash just as hard. What are they, why are they so popular and what risks do you run? A sober explanation with clear warnings.Quantum-safe bitcoin transaction: what it does and doesn’tBlock 964,199 carried the first bitcoin transaction signed with a quantum-safe signature. No softfork needed — and no, your coins are not safer for it.MiCA dossierThe timeline and what MiCA means for youMining explainedHow mining works and what it earns at home