Crypto Concepts & Definitions | Cryptocurrency Basics | Ben Watson & Jim Ferraioli | 6-29-26
Cryptocurrency Basics | Ben Watson & Jim Ferraioli | 6-29-26
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Curious about the Crypto world? Heard terms like blockchain, mining, stablecoin, etc? In this first of four Cryptocurrency Basics webcasts, we’ll define some of the terms and concepts to help dispel some of the mystery around this emerging topic. Also in this class, we use the thinkorswim Desktop paperMoney platform to view various aspects of the Cryptocurrency market.
This webcast series helps traders learn cryptocurrency basics, how to invest in cryptocurrency, and some of the market factors that cause prices to fluctuate. Learn how to manage risk and to determine if cryptocurrencies could fit into your investment portfolio. 0426-2528
Digital currencies [such as bitcoin are highly volatile and not backed by any central bank or government. Digital currencies lack many of the regulations and consumer protections that legal-tender currencies and regulated securities have. Due to the high level of risk, investors should view digital currencies as a purely speculative instrument.
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I want to clarify that I'm not looking to point fingers or assign blame; I am genuinely trying to understand market dynamics. Looking at the data, it appears that an overwhelming majority of cryptocurrencies have lost significant value since their launch. I would love to get some insight on why this happens so frequently. Additionally, is it primarily retail investors who absorb these losses, or do institutional investors and venture capitalists also take a heavy hit during these market downturns?
Welcome back Ben, Thank You and Jim for your time.
Thank you very much and blessings.