Benefit #1
Because Bitcoin has only been around since 2008, it has a limited track record. However, when in doubt, zoom out. Bitcoin has only ever gained in value over the years.
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Your Journey Starts HereBitcoin is better money and a better monetary system. Still have questions? Check out our answers to the most common ones below. 👇
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}Is Bitcoin a Scam?
Decidedly not. Here's why. 👉
Is Bitcoin just an investment for rich people?
No. Here's why.Â
How does Bitcoin beat inflation?
Tired of watching inflation erode your hard-earned money? Here's how Bitcoin is a hedge against inflation.
Am I too late to invest in Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is still early in its adoption phase. That means, the sooner you buy Bitcoin, the more return you'll see. Here's why.
How do I get Bitcoin?
Great Question!
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So how do you get Bitcoin? If you're just starting out, you'll want to use a trusted exchange like River Financial.
River Financial. Just open an account and start buying bitcoin. It’s that simple. River offers unlimited zero-fee purchases if you set up recurring buys. For non-recurring buys you’ll pay a 1% fee on any purchase up to $1m. See their fee chart here. River does not charge a fee for Bitcoin withdrawals.Â
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Comparison
Bitcoin vs. Other Money
Bitcoin’s decentralization is necessary, as it ensures that nobody controls the network. Without an organization to control and/or direct the network, Bitcoin can be used as electronic cash (two people can exchange it online without a need for a third party).
However, this decentralization forces Bitcoin to develop outside of our current monetary systems, which all are controlled in some way by a government entity, and therefore are fully centralized in the hands of one organization.
Because Bitcoin is fully separate from all other modern day monetary systems, Bitcoin must have its own, fully separate, rate of issuance of newly created bitcoin tokens. This rate is defined in the code and does not change, specifying that there will only be 21 million bitcoin created.
So, while all other currencies in the world can inflate at any rate the government chooses, bitcoin’s supply is capped and nobody can change it. This means that Bitcoin is incredibly scarce, and therefore can be used as a hedge against inflation.
This is perhaps one of the most important benefits that Bitcoin provides. People can once again save their money without the fear of it losing its purchasing power. That means the money you save increases in purchasing power over time.
Here are some other ways Bitcoin is superior to other types of money/units of exchange.
Benefit #2
Bitcoin is durable because it retains its value over time. It cannot be inflated.
Benefit #3
Each bitcoin can be divided into 100 million units called satoshis, making it incredibly divisible.
Benefit #4
Bitcoin can be easily exchanged globally making it very fungible.
Benefit #5
Because Bitcoin is digital, it can be used anywhere in the world via the Bitcoin software.
Benefit #6
Bitcoin uses signatures (private keys) and proof-of-work to verify each transaction, ensuring the integrity of the system.
Benefit #7
Bitcoin is hard-coded to produce ONLY 21 million bitcoin. That means it is the scarecest money on Earth.
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