Cryptocurrencies Archives - The AfroCryptopian

The debate should not be AI vs blockchain. It’s their synergy that matters

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies April 16, 2023April 17, 2023No Comments

Blockchain technology has been hailed as a revolutionary force that has the potential to transform virtually every industry. It’s been the fundamental technology behind some of the most groundbreaking developments in recent years, including the rise of cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and web3. These technologies have disrupted traditional industries, unlocked new possibilities for innovation, and created opportunities …

The Bitcoin Maxis are probably right

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies January 7, 2023February 9, 20232 Comments

I’ve been thinking lately about Bitcoin’s track record, and I’m beginning to think the Bitcoin Maximalists are on to something. Despite all the ups and downs, the Bitcoin engine has been chugging along like a champ, showing its strength and consistency through thick and thin. And with the recent market turmoil (thanks FTX), the whole …

Self-custody is the only way crypto survives

by Jovaughn BrownCryptocurrencies January 3, 2023January 3, 2023No Comments

This article contains affiliate marketing links. If we’ve learned anything in 2022, it’s that we can’t trust our crypto to remain on centralized exchanges. Between the collapse of Celsius, Voyager, BlockFi, and FTX, investors have collectively lost billions of dollars this year. Millions of dollars could’ve been saved if most investors held their crypto in self-custody. Failure …

Texas should embrace Bitcoin mining and lead the way for the U.S.

by Jovaughn BrownCryptocurrencies December 27, 2022December 27, 2022No Comments

There’s no question that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have gotten a bad rap over the years. The year 2022 in particular has been a rough one as the house of cards has fallen for various crypto platforms, leading to a brutal bear market. All the while, questions remain over the sustainability of Bitcoin and the …

What I’m doing during the 2022 crypto bear market

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies December 8, 2022December 8, 2022No Comments

This article contains affiliate marketing links. We’re a few months deep into a crypto bear market spurred by a series of cascading events starting in May 2022. Anyone who’s been in crypto long enough knows how rough bear markets can be. The excitement and collective euphoria are gone. Regulators are kicking us while we’re down. And many …

Crypto Storage: Hot vs. Cold Wallets

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Education April 13, 2022May 11, 2023One Comment

This article contains affiliate marketing links. The main purpose of cryptocurrencies is to offer an unbanked, peer-to-peer solution to finances. This means that individuals will need to learn how to manage their finances independently, and crypto storage wallets are central to this premise. Choosing where to store your crypto will depend on whether you plan …

Airdrops are the best feature of Web3

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Metaverse February 15, 2022No Comments

The last couple of years in the blockchain space has seen several high profile airdrops from some of the hottest blockchain projects out there. Airdrops are proving to be one of the most exciting features of web3 and are increasing in frequency. This article will provide an overview of what airdrops are and how they …

Black Americans can obtain generational wealth through cryptocurrencies

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies January 11, 2022February 13, 2022One Comment

Over the past few centuries, America has subjected Black Americans to countless inhibitory tactics, stunting the growth of generations to come. American institutions used everything from financial to educational discrimination to strip Blacks of any chance at opportunity. Fortunately, there is now financial technology that bypasses these old institutional gatekeepers. In particular, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and …

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Memecoins like SHIB might be good for crypto

by Jovaughn BrownCryptocurrencies, News October 28, 2021April 3, 2023No Comments

Over the past week, the memecoin market has been pumping hard, with Shibu Inu coin ($SHIB) leading the pack. SHIB is another “dog coin” similar to the infamous Dogecoin ($DOGE), which saw its own pump earlier this year. When memecoins skyrocket like this, it causes a lot of controversy within the crypto space. While some …

Afrocrypto: Present and Future

by Jovaughn BrownBlockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Metaverse October 12, 2021November 29, 2021No Comments

Welcome to Afrocrypto and thank you for taking the time to read this introductory post. In this post I’ll explain what Afrocrypto is and what I hope to accomplish with it.