Chapter 1: Decoding Cryptocurrency: Your Essential Introduction

What Exactly is Cryptocurrency?: Understanding the Digital Money Revolution Crypto's Origin Story: A Brief History Lesson Why Crypto?: Problems Traditional Finance Faces Blockchain Basics: The Secure Tech Behind Crypto Crypto Lingo Decoded: Essential Terms for Beginners The Crypto Coin: Pros & Cons for the Curious Coins vs. Tokens: Understanding the Key Difference How Are New Cryptocurrencies Created?: Mining & Beyond Explained Decentralization Demystified: Why It's a Game Changer Proof-of-Work vs. Proof-of-Stake: Simple Explanations Crypto's Role: Is It Money, an Investment, or Something Else?