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The crypto markets’ response to the U.S. election results + MORE Nov 6th
The price of bitcoin hit a new high Wednesday as investors bet that former President Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election will be a boon for cryptocurrencies.
How did bitcoin investors respond to the presidential election?
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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, US Marshals Service tells AP Jul 18th
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world’s most polarizing internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought their extradition on rape and….... More »
Looking for a mortgage in B.C.? Don’t limit your options to the big banks + MORE Apr 3rd
At last, interest rates are coming down again. For Canadians who are in the market for a new home, facing renewal of their mortgage in the foreseeable future, or feeling unsatisfied with their current home loan, this poses two choices: do you pounce now, or stay on the sidelines in the hope that rat.... More »
The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2026 + MORE Mar 16th
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Markets slide as Trump's tariff war escalates - BBC.com Feb 3rd
Markets slide as Trump's tariff war escalates BBC.comForbes Daily: Markets Brace As Trump Triggers Trade War Among Allies ForbesMarkets in Asia, Europe slide as Trump starts wielding tariffs The Washington PostStocks tumble and dollar surges as Trump unleashes trade .... More »
What are the risks of trading crypto?
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Thinking about getting into crypto? Bitcoin, ethereum and their multitude of smaller competitors have created a new world of investment opportunities. No doubt, the crypto economy is exciting, but proceed with caution. Cryptocurrencies are still considered highly speculative, and not only because of their massive price swings.
Dramatic gains are possible, but so are devastating losses, and investors should understand crypto’s wide-ranging risks. Here’s an overview of crypto volatility risk, technology risks, regulatory uncertainty and other issues that could affect the value of your investment.
Price volatility
Cryptocurrency prices can fluctuate wildly from week to week, or even within a single day. On May 19, 2021, for example, bitcoin’s price dropped 30%, after the Chinese government cracked down on bitcoin mining and trading.
Crypto prices may also rise and fall based on diverse factors such as changing public sentiment, world news, mainstream adoption, protocol upgrades, impending regulation, hacks, scams and more…
