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

    Crypto Wallets Explained: Custody, Recovery and Safer Transfers

    A crypto wallet controls access to assets recorded on a blockchain. Learn who holds the keys, how recovery…

    6 min read

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    Stablecoins Explained: Pegs, Reserves, Redemption and Risks

    Stablecoins aim to track a reference value, but the mechanisms supporting that target vary widely.…

    6 min read

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    How People Earn Cryptocurrency: Methods, Costs and Risks

    Cryptocurrency can be earned through work, network participation or financial risk. The key is to identify…

    4 min readUpdated Oct 2026

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

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  1. Coin Profiles

    Dogecoin Explained: DOGE Mining, Supply, Payments and Risks

    Dogecoin combines an internet-meme identity with a proof-of-work payment network. Its continuing issuance,…

    6 min read

  2. Coin Profiles

    Ethereum Explained: How ETH, Staking and Network Upgrades Work

    Ethereum combines a programmable blockchain with ETH, the asset used for fees and staking. Its supply,…

    6 min read

  3. Coin Profiles

    Solana Explained: SOL, Network Fees, Staking and Upgrade Risks

    Solana aims to make frequent blockchain transactions practical through fast processing and low base fees.…

    6 min read

  4. Coin Profiles

    XRP Explained: The XRP Ledger, Supply, Payments and Risks

    XRP powers transaction costs and asset exchange on the XRP Ledger. Learn how the coin differs from Ripple,…

    6 min read

  5. Coin Profiles

    Akoin (AKN): The Payments Vision and Its Uncertain Reach

    Akoin is a Stellar-based token built around a proposed African business and payments ecosystem. Its…

    3 min read

  6. Coin Profiles

    CryptoKaiju Explained: Physical Toys Linked to NFTs

    CryptoKaiju links collectible physical toys with non-fungible tokens, or NFTs. The current storefront…

    3 min read

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