Decoding Crypto

Here are all the answers you need to defend yourself against the crypto haters. In this episode Ed & Ben give you plenty of ammo against some of crypto's most common criticisms.

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
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Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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Bitcoin is the most well known cryptocurrency, but Ethereum is a close second. Whilst they have a few similarities the currencies are like chalk and cheese. In this episode Ed & Ben give you a little Ethereum 101 as they explain what it is, how it works and what it's often used to facilitate.

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Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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This week the Australian government released plans for crypto regulations & ASIC boss Joseph Longo issued a warning around crypto investments. These headlines are sure to strike fear into the hearts of any crypto newbies, but fear not Ed & Ben are at your service. They talk you through all the steps you can take to minimise these risks, while navigating crypto's volatily.

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This month the RBA announced it would launch a pilot Central Bank Digital Currency. In this episode Ed & Ben explain what CBDC's are and why you should be sceptical.

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So many people get into crypto thinking it's a quick way to make money but there are so many other, and often better, reasons as to why you should be interested and involved in this technology. Ed & Ben discuss just a few of them!

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This week NFT creators and collectors can't stop talking about artist royalties. The conversations have spilled out of Twitter and sparking a discussion around whether or not NFT artists should get a cut when their artworks are sold on. Ed & Ben unpack the conversation and explain how NFTs work.

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
Executive Producer/Editor: Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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In September Ethereum are merging from a proof of work to a proof of stake system. Ed & Ben explain what that means & why it's super important.

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
Executive Producer/Editor: Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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You've heard about Bitcoin on the news, on social media and perhaps on our podcast. But what is it? Ben & Ed are taking things right back to basics and focussing on the king of crypto for this episode. Learn what Bitcoin is, how it works and why its important. 

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
Executive Producer/Editor: Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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A privacy tool that's been banned by the US governmentcould have big implications for what you’re able to do with your cryptocurrency. Ed & Ben explain what's happened with mixing service Tornado Cash, why it matters for you and they'll teach you a bit about crypto privacy along the way.

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
Executive Producer/Editor: Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here
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Scammers are becoming more and more sophisticated, anyone can get caught out - even our Ben. Today Ed & Ben discuss the some of the scams hitting crypto of late, how to protect yourself and some of the pitfalls to look out for. If you own crypto / are thinking of buying crypto, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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Hosts: Ben Simpson and Edwina Stott
Executive Producer/Editor: Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Andrew Brentnall

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You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here
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