Andy Owethu
Electrum and BlueWallet are Bitcoin-only wallets that are each made for distinct user preferences, experience, and requirements. While BlueWallet offers a desktop app for macOS and a mobile app for both iOS and Android, Electrum is available for desktops (Windows, Mac, Linux) but only for … Read further
Managing multiple addresses for a single Bitcoin wallet can be cumbersome. The Bitcoin Extended Public Key, or xPub for short, is a cryptographic key that simplifies this process while maintaining security. What is an xPub, and what is it used for? At its core, xPub … Read further
Bitcoin’s popularity has led to a challenge: slow transaction times and high fees. Two innovative solutions have emerged: Liquid Network and Lightning Network. Let’s break down their differences. What is Liquid Network? The Liquid Network, launched by Blockstream in 2018, serves as a sidechain for … Read further
Wasabi Wallet and Samourai Wallet are both noncustodial, open-source Bitcoin wallets designed with a focus on privacy and security. They share common features such as CoinJoin, which anonymizes transactions, Tor integration, which masks users’ IP addresses, Taproot, and SegWit. Furthermore, both are Bitcoin only wallets. … Read further
A desktop Bitcoin wallet is a software program installed on your computer that allows you to securely store, send, and receive Bitcoin. This means you can have a Bitcoin wallet on your computer and manage your digital assets directly from your desktop. How does a … Read further
A Bitcoin wallet is a software program or hardware device that stores the private keys required to access and manage Bitcoin holdings securely. These private keys are used to sign transactions, allowing you to send and receive Bitcoin on the blockchain network. Wallets also typically … Read further
What is a Taproot wallet? A Taproot wallet is a type of Bitcoin wallet that utilizes the Taproot protocol upgrade. Taproot represents a major upgrade to Bitcoin’s scripting capabilities, a significant step for Bitcoin since 2017’s SegWit. This upgrade brings several advantages, including enhanced privacy, … Read further
If you’re in Kenya and interested in buying Bitcoin using M-Pesa, the popular mobile money platform, this guide is for you. Kenya is one of the top markets for buying and selling Bitcoin in Africa. To buy Bitcoin with M-Mpesa, you’ll basically need: A Kenyan … Read further
Costa Rica, often hailed for its natural beauty and eco-tourism, but it is also becoming a hotspot for Bitcoin enthusiasts, especially because of “Bitcoin Jungle”, a burgeoning Bitcoin community. But what exactly is the state of Bitcoin in this Central American nation, and how accessible … Read further
In simple terms, a Bitcoin wallet is a digital tool that allows you to store, send, and receive Bitcoin securely. It consists of two key elements: a public address, which is like an account number, and a private key, serving as a password to access … Read further
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When it comes to choosing a platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in the US and other parts of the world, two names frequently pop up in discussions: River Financial and Swan Bitcoin. Both platforms offer unique features tailored to meet the needs of Bitcoin … Read further
The Liquid Network, launched by Blockstream in 2018, is a side chain solution built on top of Bitcoin. It functions as a separate blockchain but is pegged to the main Bitcoin blockchain. Liquid Network aims to address limitations of Bitcoin’s scalability and privacy. Therefore, it … Read further
When it comes to managing your Bitcoin transactions, the choice of wallet plays a crucial role in ensuring security, ease of use, and access to advanced features. In this article, we’ll look into the distinctions between two prominent contenders in the Bitcoin wallet arena: Muun … Read further
For beginners stepping into the exciting world of Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, choosing the right wallet can feel daunting. Two popular options vying for your attention are Muun and Wallet of Satoshi (WoS). While both cater to users seeking a simplified approach to managing … Read further
A watch-only wallet or a view only wallet, as the name suggests, is a Bitcoin wallet that can only observe transactions but cannot initiate them. Unlike traditional wallets, Bitcoin watch-only wallets don’t store private keys which can authorize transactions. It essentially provides a view-only mode … Read further
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