Author: Selik Varan
Selik Varan is a veteran storyteller and writer fascinated by blockchain technology, decentralization, and the tales of people who sparked innovations in the digital space. He has spent more than a decade creating content. He adds technical knowledge, insight and skillful writing to make sophisticated concepts in Web3 captivating and easy to understand.
Snapshot What makes Solana special? In the blockchain world, Solana appears to be unique due to the efficiency of its system, the low cost of transactions, and the presence of advanced developer tools. Many people in the crypto world prefer to set up and deploy tokens on the system due to its architecture that facilitates rapid execution. Step by step process of creating a token on Solana 1. Set up your environment 2. Create a New Token 3. Add Metadata The token can be gifted attributes like a logo, description, or website link through the Token Metadata program to polish…
Key Takeaways Introduction As we find ourselves in April 2025 with Bitcoin hovering approximately around the price of $67,000, the same question most retail investors are asking is: “Is it really worth that much?” Whether you’re an eager newbie in crypto or a slow and steady HODLer, you should know what factors contribute to Bitcoin’s staggering valuation — and if it makes sense for a crypto investor to hold on for the long term. So let’s get right to it. 1. Scarcity: Only 21 Million BTC Will Ever Exist The foundational concept of Bitcoin is remarkably straight forward yet it…
Summary As noted in the previous example, there is an upsurge in the number of people using centralized exchanges as well as venturing into early stage cryptocurrency investments. Reports from CoinDesk reveal that retail funding in token presales has increased significantly (by 240%) since the beginning of 2024. With stronger market access, simplified KYC measures ,and the potential for significant earnings, there is no reason not to invest. Seriously, who doesn’t want to get ahead of people before the new $PEPE or $ARB is untangled on Binance. Allow us to tell you how you can identify these opportunities and, with…
Summary: In late 2024, Coinbase announced enabling crypto purchases through prepaid cards, reflecting a change in the financial inclusiveness direction. This further establishes the borderless finance industry is shifting towards easier access for anyone, anywhere. But the pressing questions we need to ask are: does it practically work? Is this truly the best option to buy cryptocurrency in 2025? Let’s break it down. Why Use a Prepaid Card To Buy Crypto? Prepaid cards, especially Visa and Mastercard-branded ones, offer several advantages: If you’re extremely cautious with spending, a digital nomad, or just mildly curious about crypto, a prepaid card can…
What Is Avalanche (AVAX)? Avalanche (AVAX): A 2025 Powerhouse in Web3 In 2020 when Avalanche launched, it had a simple but striking goal: to speed up the execution time of smart contracts on a blockchain without sacrificing security or decentralization. Now in 2025, Avalanche is still relevant and claiming its chunk in the decentralized web evolution. But, what precisely is Avalanche? Also, why is the AVAX token making headlines in the asset tokenization, modular frameworks, and eco- crypto solutions circles? Let’s explore how Avalanche has, albeit quietly, become one of the major Web3 stories in the running for 2025. What…
Quick Take: Cheapest Ways to Buy Bitcoin in 2025 There is a huge demand for investment opportunities when Bitcoin price climbs up. Bitcoin has a closing price of $94,040.02 in the year of 2025 which signifies a price increase every other year. Therefore, it is vital to discover the best ways of acquiring this currency without overspending. Understanding the Fee Structures When purchasing Bitcoin, the payment options should also add value to your investment. Payment options break into two categories, maker fees and taker fees. For example, if Bitcoin is trading at $30,000 and you put a limit order at…
Key Takeaways Introduction Just about four years into what is arguably the most important legal case in the crypto world, Ripple Labs has once again found themselves in the limelight as April 16, 2025 stands out as a pivotal moment. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to file its last reply brief to Judge Analisa Torres concerning Ripple’s response on the opposing arguments to the penalties. 📄 Source: SEC’s court filing schedule – XRP Lawsuit Tracker Everyone in the industry is now waiting for what seems to be the last step in the process before a possible…
Key Takeaways Introduction Ethereum has furthered the progress of decentralized finance, but with that success comes the problem of congestion and gas fees. This has given rise to Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum which enhances scalability without sacrificing security. Arbitrum enables faster economic transactions and has thus become a cornerstone in the Layer 2 ecosystem, aiding Ethereum’s transformation into a fully scalable web3 system. What is Arbitrum? Arbitrum is a layer two solution created by Offchain Labs which aims to scale Ethereum through Optimistic Rollups. Simply put, it processes hundreds of transactions off-chain and posts a summary on Ethereum’s mainnet…