Personal Finance Guides

Bollinger Bands Explained: Definition, Purpose, Use in Crypto Trading

By Marco T. Lanz April 1st, 2024

In this guide, we’ll delve deep into Bollinger bands and their application in cryptocurrency trading. We’ll tackle fundamental topics such as the definition and purpose of these bands, their origin, and historical development, as well as the key components involved in their calculation. 

Complete Guide to Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA)

By Tokoni Uti March 11th, 2024

Here is all you need to know about the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) – an initiative of the European Union (EU) that exists to make payments and financial transactions within the EU simpler. 

Essential Guide to Open Banking

By Tokoni Uti March 4th, 2024

In this guide, we will explore open banking which holds the promise of making the whole banking process better and discuss the benefits it can offer to individual customers and businesses.

MoneyLion Banking Platform: What It Is and How Does It Work?

By Marco T. Lanz March 4th, 2024

In this guide, we will speak about MoneyLion – a fintech company founded in 2013 that provides financial services through an innovative mobile platform and calls itself “the private bank for everyone”.

Studying Business Cycle: Soft and Hard Landings

By John Caroline March 4th, 2024

To help you make informed assessments of government policies and their impact on the economy, we have come up with this detailed and comprehensive guide that explains all about soft and hard landings – the essential phenomena of a business cycle.

Market Capitulation: Definition, Consequences, Examples

By Tokoni Uti March 4th, 2024

The guide below will provide you with insights about market capitulation – the simultaneous massive sell-off of assets. You will learn how it works, what are the consequences, and how to spot the signs of market capitulation.

Paper Trading: Definition, Functionality, Pros & Cons

By Tokoni Uti February 21st, 2024

Here is a helpful guide to understanding more about paper trading that helps investors get to know how the market operates and how their trading decisions would pan out without actually having to risk their own money.

Dead Cat Bounce in Investing: Meaning, Reasons, and How to Spot It

By Tokoni Uti February 7th, 2024

In this guide, we break down all about the dead cat bounce pattern, speak on what causes dead cat bounces to happen, and provide you with tips on how to spot one.

What Is a Crypto Loan and How to Borrow Against Crypto?

By Marco T. Lanz February 5th, 2024

In this guide, we will delve into the details of how crypto loans work, the different existing models (CeFi and DeFi), the requirements for applying, ways to use the obtained capital, and the advantages and disadvantages to consider before taking on debt.

What Are Sandwich Attacks in DeFi and How to Avoid Them?

By John Caroline January 17th, 2024

Sandwich attacks are becoming a popular kind of cyber manipulation faced within the DeFi space. Hence, it is important to get acquainted with its basics. Let’s explore everything there is to know about sandwich attacks in this detailed guide.

What Is Flash Crash in Crypto?

By Tokoni Uti December 31st, 2023

Here is everything you need to know about a crypto flash crash – a situation when crypto assets lose a significant amount of their value in a short period and then recover soon after. You will find out how it works, how it can affect you, and if it is possible to prevent it.

MiCA: EU’s Comprehensive Crypto Regulation Explained

By Marco T. Lanz December 20th, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore what MiCA is, go through its history and implementation timeline, look at the types of covered and non-covered crypto assets, requirements for token issuance and public offerings, and speak about notable provisions regarding service providers, cybersecurity, sustainability, and investor protection.

What Are Crypto Cards and How Do They Work?

By Tokoni Uti December 11th, 2023

In the guide below, we will speak on the crypto cards, their use, benefits, and the differences between the two major types of crypto cards: credit crypto cards and debit crypto cards.

When Lambo: What Do Lamborghinis and Cryptos Have In Common?

By John Caroline December 6th, 2023

Are you curious about the relationship between Lamborghinis and cryptos? Here’s a detailed guide offering you a massive unveiling of what “When Lambo” entails, its origin and how it relates to the crypto industry.

Dematerialization of Securities: Definition, Process & Benefits

By Tokoni Uti November 6th, 2023

Anyone who has ever invested in securities has encountered the term ‘dematerialization’. In the following guide, we will explore what dematerialization is, how it started, and why it is important.