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Bitcoin (BTC) captured the imagination of investors globally after it first started trading in the early 2010s.
Mainstream Wall Street financial investment firms and hedge fund managers are looking to include bitcoin in the portfolios of their clients. Some even consider BTC to be a safe-haven investment. The tribe is growing by leaps and bounds with every passing day.
Eager to join this rapidly growing community of bitcoin investors, yourself? Then, there are a few things that you need to consider. Before making the move.
Study About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a very different asset as compared to its traditional counterparts. Make it a point to go through the details of how it works, the underlying mechanism, etc.
Start by reading the white paper. You can also check out our bitcoin 101 article. https://wazirx.com/blog/what-is-bitcoin/
Go Through BTC Development Activity
A cryptocurrency’s success can be gauged from the development activity surrounding it. Bitcoin has a thriving community of developers and contributors on Github. All of them work to keep Bitcoin Core, bitcoin’s open-source software alive and running.
As a part of your study, you can check out all the entries there. The video below also gives an insight into bitcoin’s development progress from 2009-2018.
Analyze the Market
Market analysis is crucial and mandatory. The bitcoin market has showcased incredible efficiency with 99.98% uptime since its inception in 2009. But, it still makes sense to do some research on how it has grown since the very beginning.
Bitcoin has the largest market capitalization amongst all cryptocurrencies. The latest figures point at a $175 Billion valuation. It represents the size of the entire bitcoin market and is calculated by multiplying BTC’s price with the available supply.
Since we mentioned supply, it is imperative to mention that bitcoin has limited supply and issuance. At the current rate, approximately 900 bitcoins are created every day which will keep diminishing until the cap of 21 million coins has been reached. As of writing, around 18.4 million BTC are in circulation.
Be a Part of Bitcoin Communities
Your own study and research can seem insufficient sometimes. The bitcoin market is evolving and so are the communities talking about BTC. When it gets daunting to figure out ways to invest, relevant groups can save your day. Become a part of Telegram forums like IndiaBits, Bitcoin India, WazirX to learn more and stay updated.
Keep an Eye Out for Scammers
You must know that like every other investment market, the bitcoin space too has its share of scammers. Cybercriminals try different methods to convince you to give up your BTC.
Sometimes they pose as someone you trust. Other times they just pick up your email, cell phone numbers, etc. right from your ‘accounts on the internet’. You must be aware of the tricks employed by these online robbers and plan adequate security for your BTC investment.
Learn Technical Analysis
Stock market traders heavily use technical analysis to place their trading/investment bets. The tools are highly reliable and can be used extensively to make prudent investment decisions.
In your study and research, you will come across a variety of crypto technical analysis (also called TA) articles on the internet. These articles quantify trades and help investors make informed decisions. Consider learning TA to benefit from your crypto-asset investments.
In India, the National Stock Exchange provides several live courses for beginner traders and investors. The material may be designed for traditional financial markets but can be used for cryptocurrency trading and investment as well. You can check them out here: https://www1.nseindia.com/education/content/online_courses.htm
Be Prudent in Investing
Bitcoin is an asset with a high risk/reward ratio. This means that the returns potential and the possibility of losses both are extremely high.
Right from the start, you should be careful in allocating funds. Invest in bitcoin using only the money that you can afford to lose.
And like all other assets, it just doesn’t end with the investment. You must make it a point to track the value of your funds. You can check the latest bitcoin price movements in the ‘Markets’ section on the WazirX app. For more information on how to use the app, check out this video below:
Bitcoin investment can open up new opportunities for wealth creation. There is a learning curve involved that needs to be traversed diligently first. The aforementioned tips will provide you with the necessary impetus in building a strong knowledge base regarding Bitcoin‘s mechanism and market structure. We just want to ensure that your journey in becoming a successful and sustainable bitcoin investor begins with a solid head start.
Further Reading:
4 Things to Consider Before Investing in Cryptocurrencies
8 Benefits Of Investing In Ripple (XRP)
Why Start-ups Should Consider Using Bitcoins
5 Things to Keep in Mind While Buying or Selling Ethereum
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bitcoin Legal In India?
In India, Bitcoin is not illegal. Because of cryptocurrency's rapid evolution, policymakers and regulators seemed to have recognized the chance to accept the new technology early. From the infamous 'RBI ban' in 2018 to reports of an impending bill banning cryptos in 2021 that has yet to develop, India has seen its fair share of ups and downs when it comes to Bitcoin regulation. Last year, the Supreme Court Of India approved the use of Bitcoin throughout the country. According to the Supreme Court, the existence of Bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency is unregulated but not unlawful.
How Can I Get Bitcoin?
To begin, go to the WazirX website and register. After that, you will receive a verification email. The link received by verification mail will only be available for a few seconds, so make sure you click it as quickly as possible. This will successfully verify your email address. The following step is to set up security, so choose the best solution for you. After you've set up the security, you'll be given the option of continuing with or without completing the KYC process. Following that, you'll be sent to the Funds & Transfers section, where you can begin depositing Bitcoins into your wallet. You may also use INR to fund your WazirX Bitcoin wallet and then use it to purchase Bitcoin.
How Many Bitcoins Will Ever Be Created?
The source code of Bitcoin stipulates that it must have a restricted and finite quantity. As a result, only 21 million Bitcoins will ever be generated. These Bitcoins are added to the Bitcoin supply at a predetermined rate of one block every ten minutes on average. The supply of Bitcoins will be depleted once miners have unlocked this number of Bitcoins. It's possible, however, that the protocol for Bitcoin will be altered to allow for a higher supply.
How To Invest In Cryptocurrency?
There are two ways of investing in cryptocurrency, mining and via exchanges. Cryptocurrency mining is considered the procedure of verifying and adding transactions to the blockchain public ledger. Another option is via cryptocurrency exchanges. Exchanges generate money by collecting transaction fees, but there are alternative websites where you can interact directly with other users who want to trade cryptocurrencies.
Is Cryptocurrency Safe To Invest In?
Cryptocurrency investments are subject to market risks, but if sufficient security measures are not taken, trading accounts can be maliciously accessed. Investments come with risks and uncertainties, and we cannot claim that any digital currency investment is risk-free. Buying and selling cryptocurrencies can be risky even if the trader is knowledgeable about the market and treats their coins carefully.
How Does Bitcoin Work?
The blockchain, a distributed digital ledger, is what Bitcoin is based on. As the name suggests, blockchain is a linked database made up of blocks that store information about each transaction, such as the date and time, total amount, buyer and seller, and a unique identifier for each exchange. Entries are linked in chronological order to form a digital blockchain. Entries are linked in chronological order to form a digital blockchain. Blockchain is decentralized, which means any central authority does not control it.
What Are The Chances Of Bitcoin Crashing?
Two Yale University economists (Yukun Liu and Aleh Tsyvinski) produced research titled "Risks and Returns of Cryptocurrency" in 2018. They looked at the possibility of Bitcoin crashing to zero in a single day. The authors discovered that the chances of an undefined tragedy crashing Bitcoin to zero ranged from 0 percent to 1.3 percent and was around 0.4 percent at the time of publishing, using Bitcoin's history returns to determine its risk-neutral disaster probability. Others claim that because Bitcoin has no intrinsic value, it will inevitably crash to zero. On the other hand, Bitcoin advocates argue that the currency is backed by customer confidence and mathematics.
How To Create Bitcoin Account?
Firstly, Go to the WazirX website and sign up. Then, a verification mail will be sent to you. The link sent via verification mail would be available only for a few seconds so make sure you click on the link sent to you as soon as possible, and it will verify your email address successfully. The next step is to set up security, so select the most suitable option for you. After you have set up the security, you will get a choice to either proceed further with or without completing the KYC procedure. After that, you will be directed to the Funds and Transfer page, where you could start depositing Bitcoins to your wallet. You can also deposit INR and then use it to buy Bitcoin for your WazirX Bitcoin wallet.
Can Bitcoin Be Converted To Real Money?
Crypto exchanges, Bitcoin ATMs, Bitcoin Debit Cards, and Peer Peer Transactions are all options for converting Bitcoin to cash. This can be accomplished by using Bitcoin exchanges such as WazirX. A Bitcoin ATM is a real place where you may purchase and sell Bitcoins with cash, unlike standard ATMs that allow you to withdraw money from your bank account. Many websites provide the option of purchasing Bitcoin in return for a prepaid debit card that works similarly to a standard debit card. Through a peer-to-peer marketplace, you may sell Bitcoin for cash faster and more privately.
How Does Bitcoin Technology Work?
The blockchain is the foundation of Bitcoin. It is a decentralized, distributed ledger that tracks the provenance of digital assets. The data on a blockchain can't be changed by design, making it a real disruptor in industries like payments, cybersecurity, and healthcare.
Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency is not a legal tender and is currently unregulated. Kindly ensure that you undertake sufficient risk assessment when trading cryptocurrencies as they are often subject to high price volatility. The information provided in this section doesn't represent any investment advice or WazirX's official position. WazirX reserves the right in its sole discretion to amend or change this blog post at any time and for any reasons without prior notice.
