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What Are Crypto Prediction Markets? A Guide to Decentralised Forecasting

Crypto prediction markets turn opinions into tradeable assets, letting users buy and sell shares on outcomes like elections, Bitcoin prices, and economic events. By aggregating real-money sentiment on decentralised platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, these markets often outperform traditional polls and are emerging as a powerful tool for forecasting in 2026.

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A Guide to the Best Crypto Privacy Coins

Privacy coins are outperforming the wider crypto market, with the sector reaching a $19 billion market cap in November 2025. Assets like Zcash, Monero, and Dash have seen strong gains, driving renewed interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies. This guide highlights the top privacy coins for 2025, how they work, and the key risks and regulations investors should consider.

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VALR Reflects on Transformative 2025 for Crypto and Finance

VALR is a leading South African crypto platform, backed by one of the world’s most advanced regulatory frameworks, serving over 1.7 million users globally. With licensed crypto derivatives, real-world asset tokens, staking, and crypto payments at thousands of local merchants, VALR is bridging crypto and traditional finance across Africa.

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Checkout Promotion: ZERO Fee Deposits

Enjoy zero deposit and purchase fees when you fund your VALR account via Checkout. From 15 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, eligible, fully verified users can get their Checkout fees rebated in USDC, with up to 500 USDC back per month. Simply deposit or buy crypto using card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay via Checkout and start saving.

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How to Spot and Avoid Cryptocurrency Phishing Scams

Crypto phishing scams stole nearly $600 million in early 2025, posing a major risk to digital asset users. From fake websites and email scams to airdrop and wallet phishing, attackers use deception to steal private keys and login details. Learn the key red flags and essential security tips to protect your crypto from phishing attacks.

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