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  • Localcoin Security Update: March 20th, 2023

    • By Localcoin
    • March 20, 2023
    sec updateWe want to assure our customers that Localcoin was not affected by the recent security incident at GeneralBytes. As a non-custodial cryptocurrency exchange, we do not hold our customers' funds or personal information, which minimizes the risk of security incidents impacting our customers. We are ...Read more
  • 3 Crucial Steps to Keep Bitcoin Safe After The FTX Collapse

    • By Localcoin
    • December 7, 2022
    3 Crucial Steps to Keep Bitcoin Safe After FTX Collapse
FTX was the second-largest cryptocurrency derivatives exchange launched in 2019. It offered futures, options, and spot markets for a variety of digital assets. The sudden collapse of FTX came as a shock to the entire industry. The total loss of customer funds was estimated to be upwards of $8 bil...Read more
  • 10 Common Crypto Terms You Should Familiarize Yourself With

    • By Localcoin
    • February 24, 2022
    PhotoIf you’re looking to dive deeper into the world of cryptocurrency, you’re bound to come across some terminology you’re unfamiliar with. Cryptocurrency and the technologies it relies on are relatively new and rapidly evolving. Whether you’re getting into cryptocurrency for the first time or you’re...Read more
  • Did You Know You Can Buy Crypto at an ATM Near You?

    • By Localcoin
    • February 8, 2022
    Banner imageCalling all cryptocurrency beginners, investors, enthusiasts: we want to talk about how you buy and sell crypto. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth time, you want your crypto transactions to be as simple, secure and as fast as possible. That’s why Localcoin ATMs are an ideal choice fo...Read more
  • How to Buy Ethereum in Canada & The U.S: A Breakdown for New Crypto Users!

    • By Localcoin
    • January 28, 2022
    Banner imageEthereum — the closest crypto competitor to Bitcoin by market cap — is redefining cryptocurrency. More than just a currency, Ethereum is a multi-purpose platform that’s home to the coin Ether (ETH), as well as user-made applications, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and more. The many uses and benefits...Read more
  • How to Buy Dogecoin in Canada: A Breakdown for New Crypto Users!

    • By Localcoin
    • January 17, 2022
    Banner imageDogecoin may have started as a bit of a joke, but over the years it’s proven itself as a coin to be taken seriously. As this coin rose to fame, so did its market cap, helping it go from an internet meme to a viable currency with millions of investors. If you're ready to purchase your first dogeco...Read more
  • Everything You Need to Know About How to Buy Bitcoin in Canada

    • By Localcoin
    • January 10, 2022
    banner image It’s hard to think of a time when cryptocurrency wasn’t capturing headlines. From celebrities and academics to political figures, it feels like everyone is talking about cryptocurrency — especially Bitcoin. Millions of people all over the world own Bitcoin and recognize the potential value in in...Read more
  • What is Green Cryptocurrency & is it Actually Eco-Friendly?

    • By Localcoin
    • December 30, 2021
    Green cryptoAs cryptocurrency grows, so too do the number of questions concerning its energy use. Bitcoin’s energy consumption in particular has become a highly discussed topic as of late. Because it is the world’s largest crypto coin by market cap, Bitcoin is also the biggest energy consumer compared to oth...Read more
  • How Does Blockchain Work? A Guide to the Decentralized Digital Ledger

    • By Localcoin
    • December 17, 2021
    Banner imageMany current and aspiring crypto users have heard of “blockchain” — the technology that powers many cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin. That said, there are many who don’t know what it actually is, how it works or why it’s so important. If this sounds like you, you’re definitely not alone. Consi...Read more
  • Different Wallets for Different Cryptocurrencies? And Other Crypto Wallet FAQs

    • By Localcoin
    • December 9, 2021
    Banner imageWhile traditional wallets and crypto wallets both offer a way to store assets, that’s where the similarities between them start and end. Cryptocurrency wallets are a thing of their own entirely, making them subject to many questions from newcomers. So, to help you wrap your head around this new k...Read more
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