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Frequently asked questions.
The short answers to what readers ask about the site, the show, the archive, and crypto itself.
01What is Crypt0's News?
Crypt0's News is an independent crypto news hub and broadcast. Every day brings researched headlines, market snapshots, the full Bitcoin price history, and a video breakdown from Omar aka Crypt0. The tagline says it all: Decentralizing The World.
02Who runs the site?
Omar aka Crypt0, a crypto content creator and broadcaster. He has covered Bitcoin and the wider market for years, and he personally writes the site's Daily Brief.
03Is everything free to read and watch?
Yes. Every article, video, chart, forum board and glossary entry is open to everyone, freely browsable from the first visit.
04How often does the site update?
Three fresh researched stories land every morning in the Daily Brief, prices refresh through the day, and the Bitcoin chart data tops up daily.
05Where do the market prices come from?
Bitcoin, ether and Solana stream live in your browser from the Coinbase exchange. Stock prices refresh server side from market data feeds. The long Bitcoin history blends exchange data with documented historical prices.
06What is the Daily Brief?
Three researched stories every morning, written by Omar aka Crypt0 in plain language. Each one links its sources and closes with what the news means for you as a reader.
07How do I watch the latest video?
The Watch section at the top of the homepage pins the newest published broadcast. Press play and you are watching the latest episode, with links to the full channel below.
08What can I do with the Bitcoin history chart?
Scroll to zoom from 2009 to today, drag to pan, switch between log and linear scales, and tap the red diamonds to read the story behind 55 landmark moments.
09I am new to crypto. Where should I begin?
Start with the Start Here page, then browse the glossary for any term that puzzles you. The FAQ answers common questions, and the Daily Brief keeps you current.
10Can I use Crypt0's News videos in my own production?
The footage library catalogs the archive for producers. Licensing inquiries go through the licensing page, where you can describe your project and request terms.
11What is the story behind the archive?
Omar started the channel in 2016 and documented the early crypto years daily. The 2026 rebuild turned the site into the home of that history, and the footage library restores the originals era by era.
12How do I contact the newsroom?
Write to crypt0@crypt0snews.com, or leave a message on the community board. Story tips, corrections and hello notes are all welcome.
13How do I buy my first Bitcoin?
Open an account with a reputable exchange, complete the identity steps, and link your bank or card. Start with a small amount you are comfortable learning with, place your first order, then move the coins to your own wallet when you are ready. Small first steps build lasting confidence.
14Is Bitcoin legal?
Bitcoin is legal to own and use in most of the world, including the United States, much of Europe and Latin America. A handful of countries restrict it, and rules keep evolving, so check your local regulations for the latest. The trend points toward clearer frameworks every year.
15What happens when all 21 million bitcoin are mined?
Mining rewards taper to zero around the year 2140, and miners earn their keep from transaction fees instead. The network keeps running exactly as it does today, with the 21 million cap holding for good.
16Can Bitcoin be hacked?
The Bitcoin network has run for over fifteen years with its core ledger intact. Thousands of independent nodes verify every block, and rewriting history would mean outpacing them all, a task that grows more demanding as the network grows. Exchanges and individual wallets have seen attacks, which is why holding your own keys with the habits in our security guide keeps your coins under your control.
17What is the difference between Bitcoin and Ethereum?
Bitcoin was built to be sound digital money with a fixed supply. Ethereum was built as a platform anyone can build on, powering DeFi, stablecoins and apps. Both run on open networks, and they complement each other: Bitcoin anchors value while Ethereum hosts the applications.
18How do taxes work on crypto?
Rules vary by country, and many tax authorities treat selling or trading crypto as a taxable event. Keep clean records of every transaction, dates, amounts and counterparties, and check your local guidance or speak with a qualified professional. This is general information to start from, and good records make tax season calm.
19What is a rug pull and how do I spot one?
A rug pull is a launch where the creators disappear with the funds. Sharp readers look for teams that show their faces, public code with independent audits, locked liquidity, and communities with real activity. Start small with anything new, and treat anonymous launches promising instant riches as entertainment.
20Why do prices swing so much?
Crypto markets run around the clock, and young assets discover their price through open trading. Swings reflect a young market finding value in real time. Patient holders zoom out: the long trend rewards steady hands while the daily moves provide the drama.
21What is the Lightning Network for?
Lightning carries bitcoin payments off the main chain for instant settlement at tiny cost. It opens the door to everyday spending, buying coffee with bitcoin, while the base layer keeps guarding the big settlements.
22How do I keep up with crypto news daily?
Make the Daily Brief your morning habit: three researched stories in plain language, written by Omar aka Crypt0, waiting in the news section every day. Add the history chart for context and the glossary for any term that puzzles you, and you will stay ahead of the conversation.
23What is a blockchain in simple terms?
A blockchain is a shared record book that thousands of independent computers hold copies of. Every page, called a block, links to the one before it, so the history stays in order and stays honest. Thousands of independent computers share control, which is why people trust it with money.
24What is mining and who are miners?
Mining is how new bitcoin enters the world and how transactions get confirmed. Miners run computers that compete to solve a puzzle; the winner adds the next block and earns fresh bitcoin plus fees. Anyone with the hardware can join, which keeps the network open.
25What is proof of stake?
Proof of stake is a way to secure a network by asking validators to lock up coins as collateral. Ethereum switched to it in 2022, cutting its energy use dramatically. Validators earn rewards for honest work, and the network stays decentralized.
26What is a smart contract?
A smart contract is an agreement written in code that runs itself. Lend money, trade tokens, or release payment on delivery, and the code carries it out exactly as written, with every step automatic. Ethereum made them famous, and whole industries now run on them.
27What is gas?
Gas is the small fee you pay to use a network like Ethereum. Every action costs a little computing power, and gas pays the validators who process it. Busy times bring higher fees, quiet times bring bargains, and layer 2 networks cut costs further.
28What is a DEX?
A DEX is an exchange run by code instead of a company. You trade directly from your own wallet through smart contracts, keeping your keys the whole time. Uniswap pioneered the model, and DEXs now move billions every day.
29What is staking?
Staking means locking up coins to help secure a proof of stake network, earning rewards in return. Think of it as putting your crypto to work while you hold. Rewards vary by network, and many wallets make starting a one tap affair.
30What is a hardware wallet vs a software wallet?
A hardware wallet keeps your keys on a small offline device, far from hackers. A software wallet lives on your phone or computer, handy for daily use. Many holders use both: software for spending money, hardware for savings.
31How do I send Bitcoin to someone?
Open your wallet, tap send, paste their address, and choose the amount. Double check the address character by character, since transactions are final. Within minutes the network confirms it, and the coins are theirs.
32How do I keep my seed phrase safe?
Write your 12 or 24 words on paper with a pen, and store copies in two separate secure places, like a home safe and a trusted family member's house. Keep it offline always: paper beats photos, and those words stay yours alone. Solid storage turns your seed phrase into a lifetime key.