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Jie Yee Ong

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About Jie Yee Ong

Currently based in Melbourne, Australia, Jie Yee has experience in writing about the Australian real estate market and the Southeast Asian tech scene, as well as conducting business intelligence research in the wider Asia-Pacific region.

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7 Stablecoin Alternatives to Tether (USDT)

Tether isn't the only stablecoin, you know. Check out these Tether alternatives.

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What Is GameFi? How Can You Earn Money Playing Video Games?

Live the dream: earn money playing video games. Well, with GameFi, anything is possible.

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What Is Cryptocurrency Pre-Mining and How Does It Work?

Cryptocurrency mining is one thing, but what is pre-mining?

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What Are Wrapped Cryptocurrency Tokens and How Do They Work?

When is a cryptocurrency not a cryptocurrency? When it's wrapped up to be something else...

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What Is a Crypto-Hunter and Can They Find Your Lost Bitcoin Stash?

Lost your Bitcoin? Forgotten your password? A crypto-hunter could be just what you're looking for.

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What Is a Cryptocurrency or NFT Airdrop, and How Does It Work?

A crypto or NFT airdrop is one way to get your hands on free tokens, but how exactly does it work?

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The 3 Main Reasons Bitcoin's Taproot Upgrade Is a Game Changer for Crypto

Taproot is here and it brings some pretty monumental changes to Bitcoin.

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What Is the Proof of Activity Hybrid Consensus Algorithm?

Is Proof of Activity any better than Bitcoin's Proof of Work algorithm?

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What Is Bitcoin Halving and How Does It Work?

Every four years, it becomes more difficult to get your hands on a Bitcoin block reward.

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What Is Antchain?

You might see the name Antchain popping up in sponsorship deals, but what is Antchain and how does it work?

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4 Countries Where Google Doesn't Dominate

While Google is the most popular search engine, it isn't so popular everywhere. Here are four countries to prove it.

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3 Cosmetic and Beauty Companies Using Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology is being used more frequently online. Here are three cosmetic and beauty companies using it.

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What Is Naver, a.k.a. "Korean Google"?

It's hard to imagine a world without Google, but South Korean company Naver is doing just that!

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What Is Mimblewimble and How Does It Work?

Bitcoin is secure but could be stronger. Enter Mimblewimble.

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The 6 Best Apps to Trade US Stocks if You’re Outside of the US

You don't have to be living in the US to buy and sell stocks on the US stock market.

What Is Snack? A New 'Tinder Meets TikTok' Dating App

Snack is described as the TikTok of dating apps. Here's what you need to know about the video-first service...

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What Is a Blockchain Fork?

Blockchain forks happen all the time, but what does it actually mean?

What Is a Blockchain Protocol and Why Is It Important for Crypto?

Blockchain protocols are critical for the functioning of all cryptocurrencies. But what are they, and how do they work?

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The 8 Best Food-Themed De-Fi Tokens For Hungry Crypto Investors

Hungry for more crypto? Check out these food-themed cryptos that are worth feasting on.

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The 6 Best NFT Marketplaces for Buying All Kinds of Digital Assets

Want to buy a plot of digital land? Or what about a clip of your favorite basketball player? These NFT sites have it all.

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