Understand Cryptocurrency, One Project at a Time

Explore the ideas behind cryptocurrencies and what became of the projects that launched them. Coins Rate connects clear explanations with researched updates, useful history, and the limits of what is known.

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Guides and explainers

Start with guides that explain how cryptocurrency works and how to interpret the claims around it.

  1. GuidesGuide

    Decentralized Exchanges Explained: Swaps, Liquidity and Token Checks

    A DEX changes how trades settle, but execution costs and token risks remain. Understand the quote,…

    7 min read

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    Crypto Bridges Explained: Wrapped Tokens, Transfer Steps and Security Risks

    Crypto bridges coordinate transactions between separate blockchains. Understand what arrives in your…

    7 min read

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    How to Spot Crypto Scams and Protect Your Wallet

    Crypto scams can target your money, your wallet secrets or the permissions you sign. Learn the warning…

    7 min read

Recently updated

Profiles and articles revised with the project's documented status and what has changed since first publication.

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  1. News and analysisNews

    SEC Staff Gives Canton Coin Conditional No-Action Relief for Network Minting

    The November 3 response addresses programmatic minting by network participants. Its position relies on the…

    4 min read

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    Cardano Node 11.2.0 Advances Dijkstra Testing as Mainnet Readiness Remains Open

    Cardano released node 11.2.0 on October 28 as a pre-release. Its configuration changes and published test…

    4 min read

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    Chainlink Launches CustodySync to Connect Custodied Crypto With DeFi Lending

    The October 26 launch connects institutional custody systems with decentralized lending. Deployment…

    4 min read

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    Circle and ACI Outline Colombia Pilot for USDC Settlement

    The October 27 collaboration explores how institutions could handle USDC settlement alongside existing…

    4 min read

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    Geth 1.17.10 Removes Hoodi Upgrade Schedule as Ethereum Reviews Gas Changes

    The October 23 client release implements Hoodi's upgrade postponement. Operators need to check both…

    4 min read

  6. Coin Profiles

    Aptos Explained: How APT, Move, Staking and Token Supply Work

    Aptos pairs Move smart contracts with parallel execution, while APT pays fees and supports staking and…

    6 min read

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