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MoonPay First Deposit Promotion: Make Your First Deposit via MoonPay on VALR
Deposit via MoonPay on VALR and get 20% cashback in USDT, plus stand a chance to earn weekly BTC rewards. Offer valid from 16 June - 13 July 2025.
What Is Bitcoin Mining and How Does it Work?
Learn how Bitcoin mining works, why it's essential, and what it means for energy, environment, and global power dynamics.
Bitcoin Mining in 2025: Powering Nations, Reshaping the Grid
Bitcoin mining is reshaping energy, driving innovation, and influencing geopolitics. Learn why it's now a strategic asset in the global economy.
What's the Difference Between Market Makers and Takers in Crypto?
Market makers and market takers play crucial roles in crypto trading. Makers add liquidity by placing limit orders that sit on the order book, while takers remove liquidity by executing trades instantly at market prices. This guide explains the difference between these two roles, how they affect trading fees, and how you can act as either on VALR.
How to Buy Wormhole Token (W) in South Africa
A step-by-step guide on how to buy Wormhole Token (W) in South Africa using VALR
VALR and MoonPay Announce Integration to Enhance Global Crypto Access
VALR has partnered with MoonPay to expand global crypto access, enabling users in 180+ countries to buy crypto using credit or debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and other payment methods.
Hong Kong’s Quiet Moment to Redefine Global Finance with Purpose
Hong Kong’s crypto-friendly policies, Bitcoin ETFs and digital asset leadership give it a unique chance to redefine global finance with ethics and purpose.
Bitcoin, Russia & The Fragility of Wealth ft. Anton Gulin
In the 6th episode of VALR Unfiltered: Money, Meaning & Society, host Ben Caselin engages Anton Gulin, Co-Founder and Chief Product Owner of Bincentric, in a candid discussion about Russia’s economic landscape and Bitcoin’s role within it.
Can Bitcoin Reach $1 Million?
Can Bitcoin really reach $1 million? This article explores the origins of the million-dollar BTC narrative, key macroeconomic factors, and what it would take for Bitcoin to hit such a target—while highlighting the risks of relying too heavily on price predictions.
Jerome Powell on Crypto: Regulation, Risks, and Market Reactions
Discover how Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has influenced crypto markets through monetary policy and public commentary. This article explores key moments where Powell’s statements moved Bitcoin, his stance on stablecoins, and what his cautious approach means for the future of crypto regulation.