Cryptocurrency Myths

Luno Africa GM Marius Reitz answers some crypto FAQs. Iran/US conflicts have done the most to affect crypto pricing, which is fascinating. The fallout from coronavirus takes a very calculated mindset - take the emotion out of it. The cardinal rule is that you should never invest money you can’t afford to lose. The most requested coin might surprise people who have been in the game for a while. There’s a difference between losing a password and a private key - learn more about the security of your crypto here. And what drives coin value? Luno

By now, you probably know that cryptocurrencies are not controlled by banks or financial institutions - or governments. Regulation, though, is almost inevitable... and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, explains the potential regulation of cryptocurrency. Luno

By now, most people have at least heard about Bitcoin and currencies like it, even if they haven’t bought any, or don’t really understand how it works. But there are still a lot of misconceptions around the future of money. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, goes into some of the untruths about cryptocurrency. Luno

When people talk about cryptocurrency - Bitcoin in particular - there’s always a comment about crazy fluctuations in price. But cryptocurrency is an investment tool, and just like any other investment, there are things that will affect its value. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, explains a few factors that might impact the crypto market. Luno

Cryptocurrency is a new and exciting chapter in the history of money, and it’s pretty easy to get caught up in the hype. But, like any investment, it’s important to know what you’re getting into. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, has some best practice tips - whether you’re new to Bitcoin, or an experienced trader. Luno

It may still be going through its growing pains, but there’s no doubt that cryptocurrencies are here to stay. While some people will focus on its volatility and what it means in the short term, crypto’s long term outlook is worth chatting about. Luno Africa’s GM Marius Reitz breaks down what the future of crypto may look like. Luno

There are a lot of technical intricacies around cryptocurrency and how it works... and it’s sometime easy to think that because it’s a digital currency, only the laws of coding apply. But it’s still a currency, and even though it’s unregulated, it’s still subject to the law. Luno’s General Counsel, Lucy James, explains how crypto’s legal compliance is a vital part of its makeup. Luno

Every now and then we hear a story of a victim losing a considerable sum of Bitcoin. In most cases, it was the result of an indirect hack, a phishing incident or a scam. In hindsight, all of these incidents are easily avoidable with the right security measures in place. Luno’s Head of Fraud, Nishan Maharaj, tells us what to look out for when dealing with crypto. Luno

They say a fool and his money are easily parted. Unfortunately, we live in a world where even losing your investments is all too easy, unless you stay sharp and avoid the scammers. Like every electronic transaction, you need a certain amount of awareness when dealing with crypto. Ian Rossiter shares some guidelines to make sure your cryptocurrency remains YOUR cryptocurrency. Luno

The technology behind cryptocurrencies may be a little daunting to most, but becoming part of the future of money is anything but - Luno makes it really simple! Head of Product, Alex Koller, explains how once you’ve downloaded the app and signed up, it’s easy to start investing and spending your crypto. Luno