Crypto Basics Articles
Explore the latest crypto basics articles from the Your Crypto Crash Course series.
Crypto Basics
How Crypto Taxes Actually Work: A Beginner's Overview
Buying and holding crypto usually isn't a taxable event — but a lot of everyday crypto activity is. Here's a plain-English overview of what actually triggers tax.
Ryan Carrington · October 15, 2026
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5 Crypto Myths That Are Costing Beginners Money
Some of the most common things people believe about crypto are simply wrong — and acting on them can be expensive. Here are five worth unlearning.
Ryan Carrington · September 14, 2026
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Crypto for Busy People: A Simple Way to Start Without Overwhelm
You don't need to watch charts all day to hold crypto responsibly. Here's a genuinely low-maintenance way to get started.
Ryan Carrington · August 21, 2026
Crypto Basics
What Is Cryptocurrency? A Beginner's Guide to How It Actually Works
What is cryptocurrency and how does it actually work? A clear, jargon-free guide to blockchain, wallets, and your first safe steps into crypto.
Ryan Carrington · July 20, 2026
Crypto Basics
Bitcoin vs. Altcoins: What's the Difference, and Where Should Beginners Start?
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of altcoins — what's actually different between them, and which one should a beginner actually learn first?
Ryan Carrington · June 26, 2026