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‘Crypto is a tax-free investment’ (*and other crypto tax myths!)
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As crypto gains popularity, common myths about tax obligations arise, but experts stress that profits made from crypto transactions are taxable in New Zealand.
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Bitcoin: What’s Trump got to do with it?
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Ripple's £5 million donation to Donald Trump's inaugural fund, alongside significant backing from crypto firms, highlights a strategic shift in US politics.
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Why your money buys less every year — and how to fight back
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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As inflation erodes purchasing power, experts advise investing in assets that outpace price rises to safeguard your finances against currency debasement.
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No question is a stupid question: a guide to crypto right now
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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With crypto dominating headlines and social media, newcomers are urged to ask questions and understand the market before diving into investing.
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Bitcoin is about to hit an all-time high! Now what?
Wed, 6th Nov 2024
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As Bitcoin nears an all-time high, investors like Sarah are eager to understand the market cycle and develop sound strategies for their investments.
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Is Crypto gambling? Let’s ‘roll the dice’ on this debate
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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As cryptocurrencies polarise opinion, the debate rages: is crypto merely gambling, or a daring avenue for diversifying investments?.
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Questions NOT to ask a crypto investor
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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At social gatherings, crypto investors often face cringeworthy questions about their investments, revealing widespread misconceptions about the digital currency world.
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‘How much crypto users buy’ is the wrong success metric for a crypto exchange
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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Easy Crypto reveals it returned NZD $2.7M to customers affected by fraud, shifting focus from trading volume to security and user protection in the crypto space.
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Easy Crypto reveals $2.7m returned to fraud victims
Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
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Easy Crypto becomes the first exchange to disclose fraud refunds totalling $2.7M, stressing security as about 50% of Aussies & Kiwis show crypto interest.
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The lowdown on crypto ATMs and their place in the ecosystem
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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Crypto ATMs are growing globally, with the US leading at 82% of market share. As the ecosystem expands, here's what to know before using one.
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Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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Easy Crypto debuts a new wallet for Australian investors, simplifying crypto trading and storage for beginners with advanced security features.
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Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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Bitcoin's cross-generational allure skyrockets as both Boomers and Gen Alpha seek control and financial independence amid rising distrust in traditional investments.
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What happens when the global banking system ‘goes down’?
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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When a US cyber security firm’s update knocked out key global banking systems, many turned to crypto, demonstrating its unique resilience and potential.
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Why 'trust us, we’re an exchange!' simply isn’t good enough
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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Trust is paramount in the crypto world. Exchanges must earn it through robust security, user education, and transparency to ensure a safe investment environment.
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Why investors are swapping lawns for ledgers
Mon, 24th Jun 2024
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With home ownership out of reach for many, almost 60% of Kiwis see crypto as a more accessible investment than real estate, reflecting global trends.
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Kiwis turn to crypto over home ownership for financial freedom
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
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New research by Protocol Theory and Easy Crypto shows growing interest among New Zealanders in cryptocurrencies as an alternative to traditional home ownership, with nearly half considering investing.
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Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit
Mon, 13th May 2024
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Janine Grainger discusses the dangers of an excessive focus on sensational crypto headlines, stressing the importance of understanding broad market dynamics for astute investment.
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Easy Crypto founder advises calm approach in volatile Bitcoin market
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Easy Crypto's Janine Grainger illuminates post-halving Bitcoin pricing in the wake of unprecedented highs, warning new investors against hasty decisions amid a volatile market.
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Easy crypto on Crypto taxes: Ignorance is never bliss!
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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As crypto trading gains momentum, with colossal drops and staggering climbs, many traders forget about ensuing tax requirements, wrongly assuming it to be outside conventional financial regulations.
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The future of crypto wallets - do we really need seed phrases?
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
Crypto wallets evolution questions the sustainability of seed phrases amidst a surge in digital theft, as industry innovators contemplate safer alternatives.