Will crypto and blockchain be the downfall of the state? | Decoded

For centuries, banks and governments have acted as mediators between citizens and their money, granting institutions immense power over our financial transactions. But times are changing. Enter the Blockchain, a new way of recording and securing transactions that promise to bypass the traditional custodians of our wealth. But how does Blockchain work exactly, and is it going to cause a revolution? For better or worse, we’re living through a huge moment in history as the world shifts towards digitization and decentralization, centuries after the Industrial Revolution brought about immense progress. In this episode, adapted from the Arabic-language series Dahaleez, Amr Waked explores the power and potential dangers of the Blockchain.

What’s the future of crypto?

The financial revolution once promised by cryptocurrencies has been knocked off course by regulators and allegations of fraud. So what does the future hold for crypto?

Cypherpunk stills and Eric Hughes interview under creative commons licence.

How Binance And CoinBase Make Money

Binance and Coinbase, along with most crypto companies also offer, staking rewards provide crypto owners a chance to receive income for supporting the token as part of the verification process. Typically, an exchange simply deposits your income, net of any fees, into your account. Coinbase and Binance take a commission on your rewards.