The wild world of cryptocurrency—and how it could make you rich

Cryptocurrency rules everything around me.
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Want to get rich enough to fill bathtubs with dollar bills just for kicks? Could Bitcoin make that happen? Let's dive in.

When Bitcoin debuted in 2009, its early adopters bought up large amounts of the digital currency for pennies. Since then, Bitcoin’s value has increased dramatically, turning several of those initial investors into millionaires. But the economics surrounding Bitcoin and other forms of digital currency like Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin, and most recently, Bitcoin Cash, all dubbed “cryptocurrency,” can be unpredictable and complicated.

One huge benefit to using cryptocurrency is that it can't be stolen or counterfeit. When digital currencies are exchanged, they're converted into illegible code that not only makes them secure but also makes the sender and receiver appear anonymous. Unlike normal currency, digital currencies are not government regulated. No high bank fees, no fluctuations based on government regulations, and no corrupt bank antics. Sounds pretty nice, right?

Unfortunately, with decentralization comes instability, and cryptocurrencies are known for being highly volatile and unpredictable. Like most high-risk investments, this leaves opportunity for reaching ridiculous levels of wealth (meaning you can finally blow your nose in hundred dollar bills).

For the average person to achieve success in cryptocurrency marketplaces, he or she will need to get learning. That’s where the Beginner’s Guide to Cryptocurrency Investing comes in. It will give you all the knowledge you’ll need to make smart choices and turn your physical cash into a sizable digital stash.

Over the course of 27 lectures and 2.5 hours of content, this program will teach you methods for investing in altcoins, how to maximize your return, and how to convert those coins back into real money. You’ll learn about the various cryptocurrencies available and which is right for you and you'll dive into the digital currency community, gathering valuable research and insights along the way. Finally, you’ll be able to estimate the true value of the entire market and decide where and when to make your move.

Now is the time to make your digital fortune. Pick up the Beginner’s Guide to Cryptocurrency Investing for $15, an incredible reduction from the regular $180 price.

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Nicole Cammorata
Nicole Cammorata
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As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their three young children, and a backyard full of flowers.

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