🤓 Tokenomics: what it is and why it matters
It's time to understand how tokens work and what factors influence their value and sustainability.
Tokenomics is the economics of tokens. It covers everything from issuance and distribution to usage and governance.
Simply put, it's a set of rules and mechanisms by which tokens operate within a project and how their value is formed.
Without well-thought-out tokenomics, no crypto project can develop effectively. It’s just as important as the project’s technical documentation and roadmap.
Fundamentals of tokenomics
1. Token Supply
· Total Supply – This is the total number of tokens that have been issued. For example, Bitcoin's maximum supply is 21 million, while NOT's is 102 billion.
Having a supply limit creates scarcity, which supports the token's value.
There are also unlimited tokens like USDT and USDC, whose supply can continuously increase.
· Circulating Supply – The number of tokens currently being traded on the market.
This figure helps assess the potential increase in token supply in the future.
2. Token Distribution
This refers to who receives the tokens and in what quantity:
· Team and Developers – They receive a portion of the tokens as compensation for their work on the project.
· Investors – They receive tokens in exchange for funding the project.
· Community – A portion of the tokens is allocated to active users.
· Treasury – Tokens reserved for the project's future needs.
3. Token Utility
This refers to their functions within the project. For example, tokens can be used for voting, paying for services, or supporting the network.
Each system has its unique use cases for tokens. The broader and more useful the token's functions, the greater its potential.
4. Token Burning
This mechanism reduces the number of tokens on the market, increasing their value.
Burning can be done regularly or on an as-needed basis.
The Importance of tokenomics
Tokenomics directly influences the token's value and stability. A well-designed tokenomics plan helps avoid excessive inflation or deflation.
Tokenomics is also important for investors. By studying it, they can see how the project plans to use its tokens and assess the associated risks of investing.
A project's long-term development heavily depends on how balanced its tokenomics is.
Conclusion
Tokenomics is not just about numbers. It’s a strategy that defines the economy of tokens and the future development of a project.
Therefore, before investing, always study the tokenomics. This will help you understand the concept, evaluate the risks, and identify the benefits.
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🤓 DCA Strategy: Optimal investment in crypto
Today's topic is the dollar-cost averaging (DCA) strategy. You will learn about its pros and cons, as well as where and how to use it.
DCA is a strategy in which an investor regularly invests in an asset, regardless of its price.
This helps reduce the impact of volatility on the overall outcome.
Advantages of DCA:
– Minimal impact of market fluctuations on your portfolio.
– Consistent investment without the need to time the market.
Risks of DCA:
– No guarantee of 100% profit.
– Losses are possible.
How to DCA on a CEX
Centralized exchanges (Binance, Bybit, and OKX) have convenient tools for automating the DCA strategy.
– Find the "Auto-Invest" feature on the exchange.
– Choose the asset and set the amount for regular purchases.
– Define the investment interval.
The advantages include easy setup and support for a large number of cryptocurrencies. However, KYC requirements and exchange fees may deter some users.
How to DCA on a DEX
Some decentralized exchanges, such as DeFi Saver on the Ethereum network, support this strategy.
– Connect your wallet to the DEX.
– Choose investment parameters (asset, amount, frequency).
In this case, you will have full control over your assets. It's anonymous, and KYC is not required. However, liquidity issues may arise with large purchases.
In conclusion
DCA is a good strategy if you want to invest regularly with minimal risks and volatility.
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😵💫 Crypto Fear & Greed Index
When should you sell and buy crypto? Today, we’ll examine this question through the lens of the Crypto Fear & Greed Index.
The Fear & Greed Index analyzes the sentiment in the cryptocurrency market. The value ranges from 0 to 100 and is based on coin volatility, trends, trading volume, and search queries.
The indicator was created for the stock market but is actively used for cryptocurrencies as well.
How does it work?
– 0-24: Extreme Fear
– 25-49: Fear
– 50-74: Greed
– 75-100: Extreme Greed
Why is this important?
– Understanding sentiments helps predict market behavior.
– When the index shows "fear", it's a good time to buy, but if it shows "greed", it's a good time to sell.
– The indicator helps identify periods when the market is oversold or overbought.
Examples of use:
– Buying in a period of "fear". By early September 2023, the index started moving into the zone of "extreme fear". Further, more buyers entered the market, and BTC gradually rose from $25,000 to $73,000 at its peak.
– Buying in a period of "greed". Over the last month, the index remained in the "greed" zone, indicating a possible correction. As a result, BTC dropped to $59,000.
In any case, one should not rely solely on Crypto Fear & Greed. To make informed decisions, it's important to combine the index with other tools.
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🧐 Tracking Your Crypto Portfolio
Imagine you store cryptocurrencies on multiple platforms: NOT on Binance, TON in Wallet, and ANON in Tonkeeper. Tracking these coins becomes difficult and requires a lot of extra steps.
It is important to learn how to effectively manage your crypto portfolio to see the big picture and make informed decisions.
We have compiled a list of trackers to help you organize your assets.
1. CoinStats – Automatically tracks all wallets, including TON-based ones, and assets from centralized exchanges (Binance, OKX, etc.). It also allows users to enter cryptocurrencies and transactions manually.
2. CoinMarketCap – One of the most popular platforms for tracking cryptocurrencies. It supports EVM wallets and centralized exchanges.
3. Excel – Suitable for deep analysis and accounting of all investments. Many processes can be automated, but knowledge of the program is required.
Regularly monitor your assets to have an up-to-date understanding of your portfolio’s status.
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🤫 What is IDO?
Raising capital in the crypto industry is an important mechanism for the development of any project. What is the essence of an initial decentralized exchange offering (IDO)? Let’s break it down.
IDO – the process of initially offering tokens before they are listed on exchanges. In simple terms, it’s an opportunity for projects to raise funding directly from users.
The methodology is similar to initial public offerings (IPOs) in the stock market.
· IDOs allow projects to quickly launch into the market and raise funds for further development.
· Users can buy tokens at a low price and become early investors.
How it works:
1. A project announces its IDO and offers a certain number of tokens at a fixed price.
2. Depending on the platform, users fulfill specific conditions and participate. This could involve token staking or completing social tasks.
3. Distribution occurs after the token is listed on exchanges, according to the vesting schedule (token distribution plan among participants).
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To participate in IDOs, you need to have a wallet (e.g Tonkeeper) and a certain amount of assets. Other conditions depend on the platform.
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🧐 Earning in Web3: Investing
One of the simplest earning strategies is long-term investments. Who is this method suitable for? Find out in the article.
Hodling – Buying and holding cryptocurrency until it grows, ignoring short-term price fluctuations. This method is suitable for beginners and those who are investing for the long-term.
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Required knowledge level: A basic understanding of cryptocurrencies and market structure is sufficient.
Risk level: With proper portfolio formation and asset selection, the risk is considered low.
Benefits: No need for constant market monitoring.
Disadvantages: Waiting for investment growth can take a long time.
Time and involvement: Minimal participation.
Expected profitability: Depends on choosing the right project and entry point.
The simplest example is Bitcoin (BTC). Buying at the beginning of 2023 would have yielded a 316% return today.
It is important to understand that not all cryptocurrencies are profitable.
You can start investing in major coins such as BTC, ETH, and TON. Experience and immersion in the market will help you find and identify promising coins at an early stage.
Be sure to read our guide if you are planning to buy your first cryptocurrency.
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🧐 Where to store crypto
Custodial CEXs and non-custodial wallets are the main ways to store crypto. Which one should you choose? Let’s break it down.
Storage on CEXs (custodial wallets)
This is a simple and popular method, but it’s not safe because you do not control the wallet’s data. It’s better to withdraw funds after performing the necessary operations.
There are cases when the exchange freezes assets or gets hacked. These are quite high risks.
Examples of CEXs: Binance, Bybit, OKX.
Non-custodial wallets
In crypto wallets, assets are stored on the blockchain and are only accessible to you.
Each wallet has a seed or recovery phrase (a list of 12–24 words) that is used in case you need to restore access. No one can access your wallet unless you share your seed phrase with them.
Be sure to write it down on a piece of paper (only! Do not take photos) and keep it in a secure place. Do not share the phrase with anyone, even if they ask.
Non-custodial wallets come in two types:
1. Apps or browser extensions – On your phone, computer, or browser that work through the internet.
All the data is stored with you, but if you don’t pay close attention to where you’re downloading the app from, you could lose access to the app and all your assets! Therefore, never download unfamiliar applications and only connect to verified sites.
Examples: Tonkeeper, Wallet, MyTonWallet.
2. Hardware wallets – Standalone devices that resemble a regular flash drive and work offline.
This is the securest method; everything is stored on a physical device, and any operation requires confirmation. If your computer gets hacked, the assets in a hardware wallet will remain safe.
Examples: Ledger, SafePal, Tangem.
Safety rules:
⁃ Store the seed phrase in a secure place (only write it on a piece of paper).
⁃ Do not connect your wallet to unverified sites.
⁃ Do not store assets in one wallet – distribute them in multiple wallets.
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What is NFT?
· NFT (non-fungible token) – a type of token, each instance of which is unique and cannot be replaced by other tokens similar to it.
· Unlike fungible tokens (like $BTC, $ETH or $TON), each NFT token is unique and often has some properties that distinguish it from others like it.
· NFT is simply a smart contract on the blockchain. Each token usually comes with a media file (image, audio, video) or a link to it.
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🔎 Crypto evaluation
New tokens appear every day. What should you trust, and what should you avoid? We will provide you with the tools to evaluate projects on your own.
It is important to be able to analyze crypto and identify risks. Only a competent combination of knowledge and tools will help you preserve and even increase your assets.
Basic tools
The first step is to use crypto aggregators.
They provide all the important market data (e.g., market capitalization, price, trading volumes, and trends).
· CoinMarketCap
· CoinGecko
For more in-depth analysis, you can use the following resources:
· Santiment – social context analysis.
· BubbleMaps – data visualization of token movements.
· DexScreener – tracking new trading pairs, trading.
· TokenUnlocks – dashboard for token unlock data.
· TokenSniffer – checking new tokens for scams.
· Dune Analytics – creating analytical dashboards.
· Coinglass – derivatives exchange aggregator.
Sound judgment and observation are everything
Cryptocurrency analysis is not just about numbers and charts.
It is important to understand the technology and be able to identify promising teams.
Often, a single message on social media from a founder can tell you more than dozens of charts.
Follow the Twitter and Telegram accounts of projects you find interesting – it's a crucial part of the analysis.
Conclusions
Mastering the tools is important; however, successful analysis requires a comprehensive approach.
Continuous practice and adaptation to new market conditions are your keys to developing the necessary skills.
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🤓 What is a DEX? Differences between DEXs and CEXs
Today, we will delve into one of the key topics in Web3 and determine which trading platforms are better to use.
DEX (decentralized exchange) – platforms for cryptocurrency exchange that operate on blockchains and do not require the involvement of a third party to conduct transactions.
CEXs (centralized exchanges) were discussed in this post
Examples of DEXs:
– STON.fi, DeDust (on the TON blockchain)
– Uniswap, SushiSwap (on Ethereum, BSC, and others)
Differences between DEXs and CEXs:
1. Centralization vs. decentralization
– CEX: Controlled by a single organization that oversees all operations and holds users’ funds.
– DEX: Operates based on smart contracts that automatically execute operations without intermediaries.
2. Privacy and anonymity
– CEX: Require Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures (identity verification).
– DEX: Typically, does not require KYC, allowing for anonymity.
3. Asset control
– CEX: Users entrust their funds to the exchange, which is risky. There have been cases of hacks and bankruptcies—e.g., the former major exchange FTX.
– DEX: Users hold funds in their own wallets, trade directly, and maintain full control.
4. Fees and speed
– CEX: Lower fees and high transaction speeds due to centralized infrastructure.
– DEX: Fees are usually higher (depending on the blockchain); transaction speed depends on network capacity.
5. Tokens
– CEX: Strict listing procedures limit the tokens available for trading.
– DEX: Ability to trade any tokens available on the blockchain.
Conclusions
DEXs provide more freedom and asset control, reducing the risks associated with centralized structures; however, they have their drawbacks: high fees and sometimes slower transaction speeds.
It all depends on your needs and preferences. We recommend combining DEX and CEX platforms.
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🤫 Who created Web3?
Today, we will talk about the mysterious figure behind the inception of the cryptocurrency revolution: Satoshi Nakamoto.
Who is Satoshi Nakamoto?
Satoshi Nakamoto is the pseudonym of the individual or group of individuals who wrote and published the Bitcoin white paper. This event marked the starting point for the development of the first cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies.
White paper: a document with detailed information about a project.
Beginnings
The Bitcoin white paper was published in 2008 under the title “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System.” In 2009, the first version of the Bitcoin network was launched and began its operation.
We know almost nothing about Satoshi’s identity. He or they maintained anonymity from the beginning and, in 2010, stopped actively working on the project
It is estimated that Satoshi owns between 750,000 and 1.1 million Bitcoin. At the current rate, the fortune is estimated at $70 billion (~5% of the total BTC market capitalization).
Legacy
Satoshi launched a decentralized movement, changed perspectives on finance, and inspired many people to build their lives differently.
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🔒Wallets
– First of all, you need a place to store your money.
Just like in our everyday life it is called a wallet.
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