So you are getting interested in cryptocurrencies? Let me help you, by providing 5 sources that will help you get started with cryptocurrencies.
WHAT IS BITCOIN AND WHAT ARE CRYPTOCURRENCIES: There are countless sources about what is Bitcoin, how does it work,... There are also countless other websites about other cryptocurrencies, before entering the world of cryptocurrencies you should do your homework and educate yourself to gain a certain level of knowledge so you will feel comfortable about your first cryptocurrency transaction.
NEWS AND ANALYSIS: https://cointelegraph.com and http://www.coindesk.com; this two websites will provide you with up to date news and analysis about bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well as help you understand innovations and basic concepts of different cryptocurrencies. Also, make sure to follow them on social media platforms in order to get access to news and analysis in the moment they are published.
REDDIT: If you are a Reddit user, add /r/CryptoCurrency/ to your subreddits, to stay in touch with a large community of over 30000 users who are already part of this subreddit. You might also find value in other subreddits mentioned in the categories below, make sure to check them out.
PRICES AND MARKET CAPITALIZATION OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES: So you have done your research about cryptocurrencies and you have joined some communities? I guess you are interested in obtaining some cryptocurrencies now. http://coinmarketcap.com/ will provide you with information about prices, market capitalization, circulating supply, volume in last 24 hours, daily change in prices and graphs of pretty much all cryptocurrencies.
GETTING YOUR FIRST WALLET: If you want to get your hands on some bitcoins or some other cryptocurrency, you will probably first need to convert your fiat currency into Bitcoins. I would also advise you to buy Bitcoin first, because it is easier to buy other cryptocurrencies with Bitcoin in comparison with fiat currencies. One of most commonly used Bitcoin wallet is: https://blockchain.info/sl/wallet/#/.
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