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About Kate Palomo

Kate is a full-time web3 writer who has been involved in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space since early 2017. She has a passion for decentralization and the potential of Web 3.0 technologies to empower individuals and create a more equitable and inclusive world. Kate's writing focuses on explaining complex concepts in a simple and accessible way, and she has been published on a number of popular cryptocurrency and blockchain websites. In her spare time, Kate enjoys reading, hiking, and watching Friends over and over.

Latest Articles

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How to Start a DAO on Aragon in 9 Steps

Aragon is a simple platform to use, and you can get your DAO up and running in no time at all.

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What Are Crypto Derivatives and How Do They Work?

How do crypto derivatives work, and are they safe for regular crypto users to trade with?

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4 Easy Ways to Get Free NFTs

If you want free NFTs, look no further.

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The Simple 9-Step Guide to Building an NFT Community

Building an NFT community doesn't have to be a challenge. You just need to know what to do!

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5 Ways Musicians Are Using NFTs to Take Back Control

NFTs aren't just limited to graphics—musicians are now using this tech to wrestle back control of the music industry from large corporations.

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Best CeFi Platforms: Nexo vs. YouHodler

A CeFi platform lets you earn interest on your crypto holdings by lending them. Here are some of the best you can use if you want to try it.

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How to Be Safe in DeFi: Scams and Risks You Should Know

Decentralized finance has a lot of promise for investors but is also rife with danger. Here's what you should know and how to avoid getting scammed.

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What Is Spot Trading in Crypto?

When you want to buy crypto immediately, a spot exchange is what you need.

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What Is Blockchain Investing and How Do You Get Started?

Investing in blockchain goes beyond buying cryptocurrency.

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What Is the Best App to Buy Dogecoin?

Turns out, there isn't just one, but they're all equally good.

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What Is CeFi and Why Is It Important?

Centralized finance sounds just like normal banking, right? However, CeFi has some interesting twists.

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What Is the Best App to Buy Crypto?

So many apps want your attention, but these are the best apps to use to buy crypto.

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What Is DeFi Lending and How Does It Work?

It's one of the most popular crypto innovations, but how does it work?

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What's the Difference Between APY and APR in Crypto?

Two terms you'll encounter frequently, but what do they actually mean?

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What Is Total Value Locked (TVL) and Why Is It Important to DeFi?

It's one of the main values that guide how we view the success of DeFi protocols, but what does it mean?

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How to Create an NFT Collection on Opensea Without Gas Fees

You don't have to fork out to create an NFT collection.

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3 Ways You Can Create Your Own Crypto

Want to create a unique crypto? Here's how it works.

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How to Build a Well-Balanced Crypto Portfolio

The key to success is balance. But how do you actually balance your crypto investments?

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3 Chart Patterns Every Crypto Trader Should Know

If you're getting into crypto, learning about crypto chart patterns is useful to your understanding of the market.

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What Makes the Crypto Currency Market Volatile? 6 Key Reasons

The crypto market is volatile, we all know that. But what factors contribute to crypto price swings?