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Sean Cunningham (named changed due to bad actors) is an experienced compliance professional with over 15 years of experience in adhering to various AML/CTF regulations globally and fraud/scam prevention across various financial services including crypto services. He has been actively involved in global initiatives aimed to enhance AML/CTF frameworks within companies with a key output of these being to further educate customers/industry in the area. Given the recent digital advancements used in frauds and scams, Sean wants to ensure individuals are aware of some of the basic identifiers to allow early awareness and hopefully reduce personal losses.
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Crypto

ASI Merger: What is Happening With Fetch.ai (FET)?

Three AI companies have merged, but what does it mean for you?
Crypto • Altcoins

What is an Altcoin? What are Altcoins for?

The term altcoin is derived from two words: “alternative” and “coin.” It refers to any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin.
Scam

Bitcoin Mining Scam: What to Look Out For

The Bitcoin Mining Scam is a new online threat coming at us. Our compliance expert explains another sophisticated scam to look out for.
Crypto • Crypto exchange

Bull vs Bear Markets: A User-Friendly Guide for Investors

What is a bull market? What is a bear market? What is the difference? Here is the explainer.
Bitcoin

Buy Bitcoin vs. Buy Bitcoin ETFs: A Comparison

Bitcoin Vs Bitcoin ETFs: Are there advantages of buying Bitcoin directly versus investing in Bitcoin ETFs?
Bitcoin

Buy Bitcoin: Why Online Businesses Should Accept BTC for Transactions

There’s yet another reason to buy Bitcoin: That is, that an increasing number of online businesses are accepting it as payment.
Crypto

Buy Ethereum (ETH): Why do Investors Buy Ether?

Ethereum caught your eye? Here are some of your burning questions about Ethereum answered!
Stablecoins

Buy Tether: All Your Burning Questions About USDT

Tether caught your eye? Here are all your red hot questions answered.
Bitcoin

Buying Bitcoin? You Can Now Can Store it on a Hologram

Did you buy Bitcoin? You could be storing it in a hologram in the future.
Crypto • Altcoins

Different kinds of crypto are used for different functions and purposes. Here are the important differences between cryptocurrencies.

Different kinds of crypto are used for different functions and purposes. Here are the important differences between cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin

Fear and Greed Index Hits "Greed". Time to Buy Bitcoin?

How do investors know when it is the right time to buy Bitcoin? They don't, but they can use some tools to guess.
Bitcoin

Frequently Asked Questions About Bitcoin

Want to know more about Bitcoin? There are no such things as dumb questions!
Crypto

From Wallet to Fiat: How to Cash Out Your USDC

Wondering how to change your investment returns from crypto into your local currency? Here's how.
Stablecoins

How to Bridge USDC on Arbitrum, Solana, and Cosmos

Here's how to bridge USDC across three prominent ecosystems: Arbitrum, Solana, and Cosmos.
Crypto

How to Set Up a Phantom Wallet: The CoinJar Guide

Playing around in the Solana ecosystem? Here's how to set up a Phantom Wallet.
Crypto

How to Transfer USDC on Solana Using CoinJar

CoinJar customers can now transfer USDC over Solana. Here's how this all goes down.
Bitcoin

How to Type the Bitcoin Symbol (₿) on Any Device

Want to use the Bitcoin symbol in texts and emails? Here are some shortcuts to typing it on the fly.
Crypto

How to Withdraw Crypto from Binance in Ireland

Wondering how to withdraw crypto from Binance? Here is a user-friendly step-by-step guide.
Crypto

Lost in Transit: Transferring Crypto on the Wrong Network

What happens when you use the wrong network to transfer crypto? And can it be fixed?
Crypto

Maker (MKR) is now SKY and Dai (DAI) is now USDS

What is going on with Maker (MKR) and Dai (DAI)? And what is Sky (SKY) and what is USDS? Don't panic, here's the breakdown.
Crypto

MATIC to POL: Polygon's Crypto Gets a Makeover

Polygon MATIC changes to POL. We have all the information you need.
Scam

Microsoft AI Trading Scam: A False Promise of Wealth

The Microsoft AI trading scam is yet another scheme to get your funds. Here's what to look out for.
Crypto

Move POL on Polygon with CoinJar Multichain Transfers

CoinJar users can now move POL across the Polygon blockchain network as well as Ethereum.
Crypto

Moving USDC Across Multiple Blockchains

Want to move USDC across blockchains? Multichain has arrived at CoinJar. Now you can do different things with your fave cryptos.
Crypto

Mt. Gox: Why Refunds are Sending the Bitcoin Price Down

The Mt Gox saga may send the price of Bitcoin south. But how? Here is the explainer.
Crypto

Multichain at CoinJar: Faster and Cheaper USDC Transfers on Solana

CoinJar customers now have the option to transfer USDC over Solana. Multichain is here!
Crypto

Multichain: What is a Bridge in Crypto? Bridging Explained

What is a bridge in crypto? As the interaction between different blockchains grows, this is everything you need to know.
Scam

SIM Swap: When Bad Actors Steal Your Crypto. What is “Phone Porting”?(And How to Avoid It)

A SIM-Swap threat aims to steal your crypto. Here's how to minimise your chances of getting hit with this "phone porting" danger.
Bitcoin

The Bitcoin Halving - What is it and When Will it Happen?

The Bitcoin Halving is a big deal in the cryptocurrency world. But what does it mean and when does it happen? We explain the highlight of the crypto calendar.
Scam

The Coin 1000 AI Scam: Deceptive Advertising and Fake Promises

New scams appear every day. Here is yet another crypto scam that aims to steal your funds.
Scam

The DubPay AI Trading Scam and its Fake Endorsements

Scammers are always on the scam and this is a new ploy to steal your funds.
Scam

Understanding Celebrity Scams: What to Look Out For

Scam protection expert Lukas Jackson explains what to look out for in new scams.
Crypto

Understanding Technical Analysis in Crypto: A Beginner's Guide

What is technical analysis? How does technical analysis work? Here is the explainer.
Scam

Unmasking the Quantum AI Scam – Here are the Tactics

The Quantum AI scam is on the rise. Here's what to look out for.
Crypto exchange

What is a Crypto Exchange? What is a Broker?

A crypto exchange that you want to use might not be an exchange at all, it might be a broker. Here's the difference between crypto exchanges vs crypto brokers.
Crypto

What is a Memecoin? Pepe, Doge, Shiba, Bonk, and Dogwifhat

Memecoins: Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Pepe, dogwifhat and BONK. What are they?
Stablecoins

What Is a Stablecoin? What are Stablecoins Used For?

What is a stablecoin? They are cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a steady value by pegging to other assets like the US dollar or commodities. Learn about them here.
Bitcoin

What is Bitcoin (BTC)? What is "Digital Gold" Used For?

What is Bitcoin? It is a digital currency that can be traded, exchanged, and used as a form of payment independent of central banks and governments.
Crypto

What is CeFi? Understanding Centralised Finance

What is CeFi or centralised finance? It’s a new industry that is a spin-off from the growth of cryptocurrency. Let’s talk about it!
Crypto

What Is Crypto? How do Cryptocurrencies Work?

Crypto has become incredibly popular. But how does this digital currency work? And are there cryptos other than Bitcoin?
Crypto exchange

What is DeFi? Decentralised Finance Explained

What is DeFi? Cryptocurrency has given rise to a new concept known as decentralised finance or DeFi. Here is the breakdown.
Crypto

What is Ethereum? What is ETH Used For?

Ethereum is a decentralised blockchain-based open-source software platform that allows for the development of decentralised applications (dApps).
Crypto

What is Multichain in Crypto? Understanding Blockchain

What is multichain in crypto? It's increasingly in relevance, so here's what you need to know.
Crypto

What is the Metaverse? How Can I Enter the Metaverse?

What is the metaverse? A metaverse is a fully-immersive online environment but there are many different metaverses! We explain the Metaverse meaning.
Bitcoin

When You Buy Can Affect Your Crypto Exchange Adventures

Your best crypto exchange adventures can be influenced by Santa. Here's how.
Crypto

Where to Keep Cryptocurrency: How to Store Crypto

Discover the best ways to store your crypto. Learn about software wallets, hardware options, and essential security practices.
Bitcoin

Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto, the Mysterious Bitcoin Creator?

The mysterious creator of Bitcoin has never been exposed... yet. Who is it? Here's what we know so far...
Crypto

Why is Crypto Crashing? Here is the Explainer

Why is crypto crashing today? Here is the explanation of some of the reasons why.
Crypto • Crypto exchange

You Can Use Wise to Withdraw Fiat From Select Crypto Exchanges

Having a Wise account now means that you can deposit and withdraw fiat from registered crypto exchanges like CoinJar.
Crypto

What is Solana? Here are Some FAQs About SOL

SOL caught your eye? Here are some questions about the cryptocurrency that might interest you!
Crypto

What is Tron? Here are Common Questions About TRX

Wondering what Tron is? Here is some information about the crypto TRX and its colourful founder.
Crypto • Stablecoins

What is USDC? Here are Some Common Questions

Has USDC got your attention? Here are some things to know about the stablecoin.
Crypto

What is Cardano? All Your Questions About ADA Answered

Here are all your thought bubbles about Cardano (ADA) popped and answered.
Crypto

What is Bitcoin Cash? | Mt. Gox Refunds Explained

Bitcoin Cash is being refunded to some people who held Bitcoin on the Mt Gox exchange. But what is Bitcoin Cash?
Crypto • Crypto exchange

What is OTC in Crypto? What is Over-The-Counter Used For?

What is an OTC desk? We explain why someone might want to use an over-the-counter desk for their crypto trades.
Bitcoin

What is Bitcoin? Quick-Fire Questions

Here are all your burning questions about Bitcoin and then some more questions about Bitcoin.
Scam

Christmas Scams: Tips to Stay Safe During the Holiday Season

New scams are on the loose. Here's one to be careful of at Christmas time.
Scam

Scam Uses Popular Anime Characters to Steal Your Money or Crypto

Have you seen your favourite character in an ad online? It might not be a legitimate use of the image. Here are the red flags to look for.
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