CRYPTOCURRENCY, EXPLAINED

WHAT IS IT?

Digital systems of money that are not issued by a government or controlled by banks. This decentralized structure is the biggest selling point of cryptocurrency. Essentially, they offer a way to take full ownership of your money, store it securely, and make — relatively — anonymous payments. (Sure, yes, to make it easier to dodge taxes and buy drugs, if you must.)

WHY IT SEEMS EXCITING

It could make you a billionaire!

WHY IT’S SCARY

The market is volatile, unregulated, and frankly, a headache to comprehend. Attempts to become a billionaire could quickly sabotage your entire savings account.

BUT...

It could make you a billionaire!