Chapter 1: Blockchain

Different Types of Blockchains: What to Look Out For?

Interesting Fact:

Did you know that there are at least a thousand different blockchains, which can be divided into four different categories?

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In this section, I’m going to tell you about the different types of blockchains out there!

Imagine that you have a line of 10 very different cars. Some of them are station wagons, some are pickup trucks - some are brand new and modern, while others barely even start. Now, while all of these objects are cars, and are able to take you from point A to point B, their characteristics are very different from one another, nonetheless.

The exact same logic can be applied to blockchains, too! There’s a huge variety of blockchains within the industry today, and all of them appear to offer their own, unique approach to solving some sort of a problem. Which blockchain projects can be trusted, though, and which of them are better to be avoided?

In this section, we’re going to take a look at some of the most important points to note, when analyzing different types of blockchains and blockchain-powered projects. We’ll talk about the most important features that all reliable blockchains should possess, and how you can spot potential scams, too!

Without further ado, let’s get to it!

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Public VS Private Blockchains

The very first thing that you should know about blockchains, when you want to analyze them, is that there are two main types of blockchains out there - public, and private ones.

Think about it like this - imagine that you love gaming, specifically, online games that you can play with your friends. Games such as RuneScape, or World of Warcraft.

Both of these games can be played on their main, public servers - these servers are accessible to everyone, and have some established rules and guidelines about how you interact with the digital world around you.

However, it’s no secret that both games have private servers, as well. These servers are owned by some sort of a private individual, and are usually altered, quite a bit - better monster loot drop rates, more damage, rare items are made less rare, and so on. You get the idea.

While the example isn’t exactly spot-on (since both versions of the games are owned by private individuals or companies), it should still give you a pretty good idea of how private and public blockchains differ!

Public blockchains are the norm - generally speaking, they are transparent, completely decentralized, run by public nodes, and do not belong to any single authority (company, individual, organization, etc.). As opposed to that, private blockchains DO belong to a single governing entity, are governed by private nodes, and are usually very use case-specific - meaning, they are used for a very specific purpose, and thus, aren’t always available to the public.

All of that is to say that, in this section, we’re going to be focusing on the most common and popular type of blockchains - public ones. The absolute majority of all of the main cryptocurrency projects are built on these blockchains, and you’ll encounter them far more often than private ones.

Security - The Name of the Game

Now that we’ve established that much, we can move on to the points that you need to look at when analyzing types of blockchain projects. And, as far as these criteria go, you’ll find security to be at the very top of the list.

Now, if you know anything about crypto, this shouldn’t come as a surprise to you, whatsoever! After all, as I always say - if the project lacks security features, it’s not even worth looking into, in the first place!

Let’s take a look at another example with cars. Imagine that you’re looking to buy a new, modern and beautiful car - one that has a huge array of fancy features, top-tier handling on the road, and is very comfortable to drive, in general. The car is actually very affordable, as well! There’s just one issue - there is no way to lock it, at all.

So, while you CAN buy this car, and enjoy all of the perks that it has to offer, every single day, you’ll risk it being stolen, since all that the thieves would need to do is open the door - that’s it! This factor alone would probably make you think twice about buying a car like this!

Blockchains are the exact same. You should always make sure that the technology behind the blockchain is modern, secure, and bulletproof, at least theoretically. Read up about the project on the forums, check what the core developers have to say, talk to your peers, and take a look at all of the projects that are built on this blockchain - all of this should give you a pretty good idea, as far as security is concerned!

Types of blockchains: The ways you can check if the technology behind the blockchain is modern and secure.

Flesh Out Your Goals

The second big thing that you really need to figure out when trying to find the best blockchains is what exactly it is that you’re interested in, in the first place.

Sound weird? Well, allow me to explain!

Certain blockchains are very user- and newbie-friendly. Meaning, they are very simple to navigate through, use, and invest in. Take Bitcoin, as an example - the blockchain doesn’t have any innate functionality, and is mainly used for investment purposes.

On the other hand, you have blockchains such as Polkadot - it’s a super-complex network that’s oriented at supporting other blockchain projects, and allowing different blockchain networks to “communicate” with one another. Now, that’s some high-end, developer-related subject matter!

Types of blockchains: Polkadot.

If the latter sounds more like your cup of tea, then I highly recommend reading a dedicated section about Polkadot, to get a better understanding of what this network is all about. That being said, my point still stands - once you understand WHY it is that you’re researching different blockchain platforms, you’ll be able to narrow your search, significantly.

Speaking of which, this ties in perfectly with another element of your research, too.

DYOR on The Use Cases of the Blockchain

Once you have all of your goals set and clear, the third step is to find a blockchain that would allow you to manifest those goals into reality! Allow me to illustrate what I mean with an example.

So, imagine that your significant other sent you to a grocery store to do some shopping. Now, if your goal was to buy some milk and bread, but you, for some reason, decide to go shopping in a clothing store, instead of a grocery shop, chances are that you won’t find any milk or bread there!

The same is true with different types of blockchains, as well. So, for example, Ethereum is the main blockchain that different dApps are built on, while, as we’ve talked about earlier, Bitcoin is a “dumb” blockchain - it has no DeFi functionality, and people buy Bitcoin simply because they see it as digital gold, and believe that it will rise in price, over time.

Types of blockchains: Ethereum VS Bitcoin.

If you’re unfamiliar with dApps and DeFi, in general, check out the sections dedicated to these topics in the BitDegree Crypto 101 Handbook! That said, though, the point here remains the same - since different blockchain networks will have different use cases, you really need to do your own research on what your blockchain of choice is best for, and then see if it fits the goals that you’ve fleshed out, earlier.

Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind it?

The fourth aspect that you need to consider when researching the best blockchain networks is whether or not the network has an avid and passionate community, and just how easy it is to navigate it.

My favorite way to look at it is this: imagine that you’re an entry-level investor, and are not interested in any high-tier projects, or advanced blockchain functionality. Instead, you’re simply looking to invest in a network that has some great perspectives, and is attracting users with some unique features.

Imagine that, in a situation like this, you encounter two blockchains - one that’s super-popular and well-established, and another that no one has even yet heard about, and that has very limited functionality.

Types of blockchains: Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind It?

With the well-established blockchain, you are able to access multiple different projects, figure out what are the different types of tokens, and then trade them in a simple manner, since they are supported on multiple exchanges. Besides, you can get all of your questions answered since the community forums are alive and well.

With the less-known blockchain, the situation is different. Everything’s sort of “up in the air”, there aren’t really any big-name projects being developed on it, and if you want to trade tokens, you’d need to use some sort of a complex, advanced swapping tool that’s only available within their ecosystem.

In a situation like this, it’s quite obvious that the well-known blockchain is the safer and easier pick! That being said, this does transition perfectly into my next point.

Avoiding Scams

So, up to this point, we’ve talked about the different aspects that you should look into when analyzing different types of blockchain protocols and networks. For step No. 5, you should also be able to look into and understand what a potentially-shady blockchain looks like, and learn to avoid it!

Evidently, oftentimes, this isn’t a simple thing to do. But, there are some tell-tale signs to look out for. Many of these signs are actually the same as when analyzing cryptocurrency-powered projects, too!

For starters, you need to look into who created the blockchain network. Are the founders anonymous? If not, are they well-known and respected within the industry? Answers to these questions can really help you discard a big chunk of shady blockchain networks from your list!

Then, the fundamentals. Is the blockchain secure? Do the developers behind it apply all of the best-practices? What is the purpose behind the project - is there one, in general?

After you figure all of that out, you’ll be able to move to some of the more-specific questions - project funding, roadmap, whitepaper, and so on. At the end of the day, follow your gut feeling - if something *feels* off, then it’s often better to stay safe and avoid the project.

Wrapping Up

In this section, we’ve covered some of the most important points that you need to look at when searching for and analyzing the best blockchain networks. You should now also be able to differentiate between great blockchains, as well as those that should be avoided, if you want to keep your funds safe!

cryptocurrencies and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-blockchain/">blockchain technology<\/strong><\/a>, as a whole, is full of complicated concepts and ideas. To top that off, there seem to be new concepts being introduced to the general public, every other day or so! This can, for a fact, make it difficult for newbies to enter the industry.<\/p>\n<p>Even the most difficult concepts can become approachable and understandable, if you have your fundamentals straight, though! And that is exactly what I’m here to help you with - by explaining crypto topics in a fun and beginner-friendly manner! In crypto, all fundamentals start out with figuring out what is a cryptocurrency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In this section, we’re going to talk about cryptocurrencies.<\/strong> I’ll tell you what they are, what’s the purposes behind them, and we’ll also talk about how they are different from traditional, global currencies.<\/p>\n<p><em>Without further ado, let’s get to it!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>What is a Cryptocurrency?<\/h2>\n<p>So, how can the concept of cryptocurrencies be explained in a beginner-friendly way?<\/p>\n<p>The simplest possible answer to that question is that <strong>cryptocurrencies are digital money that’s based on blockchain technology. <\/strong>For the sake of keeping this section on topic, I won’t get into the details of what blockchains are - there's <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-blockchain/">a whole separate section<\/strong><\/a> about that in our Crypto 101 Handbook.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Cryptography.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_01.o.png/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Cryptography.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"228\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The term “crypto” is a shortened version of “cryptography”. <\/strong>If you’d like to learn what is <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-cryptography/">cryptography, it’s honestly also a huge topic, in of its own - to put it short, though, it’s a form of solving and cracking difficult codes. So, the term “cryptocurrency” could be viewed as “digital, coded money”, in a very specific sense!<\/p>\n<p>At the time of writing this cryptocurrency explanation, there are currently around 20,000 different crypto assets out there, on the market. Not all of them are successful, though - it is estimated that around 1\/5th of all cryptocurrencies have failed. <em>That’s a huge number!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Since examples are what I do best, allow me to give you one, in order to explain cryptocurrency, and to illustrate how crypto money is different from <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-fiat/">fiat money<\/strong><\/a> - in other words, our traditional, global currencies that we use, every single day (USD, EUR, and so on).<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Fiat money.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_02.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Fiat money.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"346\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you and your friend both decided to shop for concert tickets, online. A globally-huge pop star is coming to your city, and so, the tickets are hot - everyone’s trying to get their hands on them!<\/p>\n<p>Both you and your friend keep refreshing the ticket vendor’s webpage, waiting for those tickets to become available to be purchased. As soon as they go live, both of you rush to enter your details, too - <strong>every moment counts, after all!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In just a few minutes, your friend already has their tickets in the email, while you’re still struggling to enter your credit card details on the page. Once you’ve finally managed to do so, you are faced with an error - the bank is undergoing maintenance, and credit card payments won’t be completed until that’s done, sometime tomorrow.<\/p>\n<p>The end result? Your friend will go to the concert, while you’re going to have to find a different event… And wait for your credit card to start working again!<\/p>\n<p>Now, then - why was your friend able to complete their purchase? <strong>Whelp, you’ve guessed it - they were paying in crypto.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Cryptocurrencies VS Traditional Money<\/h2>\n<p>Now, keeping that example in mind, I want to continue this “what is cryptocurrency for dummies” explanation by exploring some of the main differences between cryptocurrencies and traditional money & payment systems. This will hopefully help you get a better understanding of why crypto has become as popular as it is - well, at least part of the reason.<\/p>\n<p>The key differences between crypto and fiat money lie in <strong>governance, privacy, transparency, transaction speeds, and transaction costs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Governance<\/h3>\n<p>First things first - <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-governance/">governance. This is something that is really at the core of crypto technology, and is one of the main reasons why cryptocurrencies came to be, in general! Ever since the creation of <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin in 2009, cryptocurrencies have always prided themselves on being <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-decentralization/">decentralized (with a few exceptions).<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Governance.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_03.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Governance.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"535\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Decentralization essentially means that <strong>there is no single, central governing authority behind the cryptocurrency.<\/strong> With traditional money, you have governments and central banks watching over their currencies - for example, in the United States, the FED (or, the Federal Reserve System) is responsible for managing things such as <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-inflation/">inflation, and how much new money flows into the economy, every year.<\/p>\n<p>With crypto, there’s no FED, and no other single governing party that would influence how a particular cryptocurrency will act. Instead, this is something that is decided by the market, itself - in other words, <strong>the holders of the cryptocurrency are responsible for what happens with it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, here’s another example. Think about the aforementioned Bitcoin, the biggest and most well-known cryptocurrency on the market. Every single aspect surrounding this crypto asset is decided by the community behind it. While the anonymous individual or a group of people (known as <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//who-is-satoshi-nakamoto/">Satoshi Nakamoto<\/strong><\/a>) had created Bitcoin, after that was done, the rest was left with the community behind the asset. <strong>In other words, if you wanted to make some changes to Bitcoin, you would need to get the larger part of the community behind it!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Privacy and Transparency<\/h3>\n<p>This leads us to the next two points that I want to emphasize - <strong>privacy and transparency.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Privacy and transparency.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_04-62f36932ea36a.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Privacy and transparency.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"241\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With traditional currencies, both of those things are pretty limited. Sure, you can go to the shop, and buy some bread with cash - no one will really know that it’s YOU who bought that bread, since there’s no credit card statement, and the transaction happened in cash.<\/p>\n<p>That being said, that cash that you paid DID come from somewhere, didn’t it? Perhaps you’ve just withdrawn it from the ATM machine on the other side of the road? Or maybe you’ve borrowed it from a friend, or a colleague?<\/p>\n<p>My point here is simple - <strong>no matter where you get your money from, it’s always tracked and logged by the government.<\/strong> If you DO manage to receive money from somewhere that the government doesn’t see, you are obligated to inform the relevant tax authorities in your country, in the form of a tax return filing, at the end of the year, or at any other designated point in time.<\/p>\n<p>A quick sidenote - if, at the time you're reading this, <strong>tax season <\/strong>is around the corner, make sure to check out our <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//how-to-avoid-crypto-taxes/">dedicated section<\/strong><\/a> on how to avoid or minimize crypto taxes - legally, of course!<\/p>\n<p>Now, as you figure out what are cryptocurrencies, you’ll notice that things are a bit different with this form of payment. The more you look into it, the more intricate and complicated it will appear to be - for that reason, we’re not going to look into the various exceptions, but let’s instead talk about the broader rules of the cryptocurrency industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So, with crypto, all of the transactions that you perform are going to be public.<\/strong> If it’s something that you weren’t aware of, it can sound scary.<em> <\/em>Do not fret, though - while your transaction WILL be public, no one will know that it’s YOU who is performing them. Each transaction is encrypted, and unless you go out and tell the whole world your personal <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-address/">cryptocurrency wallet address<\/strong><\/a>, no one will know.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Crypto wallet address.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_05.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Crypto wallet address.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"498\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is exactly how cryptocurrencies allow you to retain your privacy, while also being transparent assets themselves, too! Since you can trade cryptocurrencies anonymously, you don’t need to worry about someone snooping around your transactions - on top of that, since all of those transactions are public, transparency is easy to prove, as well!<\/p>\n<p>Now, look - I do have to mention that <strong>you WILL probably need to report your transactions, and any potential income, to the relevant tax authorities in your country or region. <\/strong>Of course, each situation is different, and depends on crypto regulations in your area, but that’s just something that should be kept in mind!<\/p>\n<h3>Transaction Speed & Cost<\/h3>\n<p>The last big area where cryptocurrencies are quite different from traditional currencies has to do with <strong>the speed and cost of your transactions.<\/strong> Once again, allow me to illustrate this with an example.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction speed & cost.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_06.o.png/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction speed & cost.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"851\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you want to purchase a new pair of pants. You go online, and find an eShop that sells exactly what you’re looking for. The pants cost $30 - that’s a bargain, you say! Even the shipping is free, too!<\/p>\n<p>That being said, as you make the purchase, you see that you were actually charged $35, instead of $30. Looking into it, you eventually learn that the shop is located on the other side of the world, and since that region falls into some sort of a different economic zone, there are extra charges from your bank, in order to perform that transaction.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, in reality, things are quite a bit more complicated than that, - still, though, the example illustrates my point, nonetheless!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transactions that involve traditional currencies - or traditional payment gateways, for that matter - can get quite costly.<\/strong> It all depends on a variety of factors, but, once again - the point remains the same, either way!<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, such transactions can also take a lot of time to be processed, as well. While we’re used to credit or debit card payments being processed almost immediately, oftentimes, the same cannot be said about wire and bank transfers, in general. <strong>If you perform a bank transfer at night, your transaction might not be processed until the next day!<\/strong> And this is only if you’re sending money to someone in the same region that you’re located in, too!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction processing time.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_07.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction processing time.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"977\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Understanding what are cryptocurrencies, things are very different, in both regards. <strong>When it comes to transaction costs, depending on the cryptocurrency that you might be transacting with, the fees could be as low as a fraction of a penny! <\/strong>Imagine sending a few thousand dollars to your family, on the other side of the world, and not even paying a cent for that transaction.<\/p>\n<p><em>Could it get any better?<\/em> Yes, it can - if that transaction was processed and completed in a matter of seconds. Once again, this is completely possible with cryptocurrency technology!<\/p>\n<p>To wrap everything up, let me just say this - apart from everything I just talked about, there are multiple other benefits associated with cryptocurrencies, and the blockchain technology behind them!<\/p>","definition":"Did you know that there are thousands of cryptocurrencies out there and the number keeps growing?","status":"published","meta_title":"What is a Cryptocurrency: A Begginer-Friendly Explanation","meta_description":"Searching for a simple yet thorough answer to the question \"what is a cryptocurrency?\" Find the most beginner-friendly explanation here!","meta_keywords":"what is a cryptocurrency, cryptocurrency for beginners, what is cryptocurrency, what is crypto, what is crypto currency, crypto meaning, cryptocurrency meaning, cryptocurrency for dummies, what is cryptocurrency for dummies, what is cryptography, what are cryptocurrencies, explain cryptocurrency, what is cryptocurrency used for, what is a crypto coin, what is crypto money, how many crypto millionaires are there, who created cryptocurrency, what does cryptocurrency mean, how do you use cryptocurrency, where does cryptocurrency come from, how many cryptocurrencies have failed, how many cryptocurrency are there, why use cryptocurrency, is cryptocurrency worth it, whose currency is worth the most, what is crypto investment","modified_content":"<p>In this section, I’m going to tell you what is a cryptocurrency!<\/p>\n<p>The world of <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-cryptocurrency/">cryptocurrencies and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-blockchain/">blockchain technology<\/strong><\/a>, as a whole, is full of complicated concepts and ideas. To top that off, there seem to be new concepts being introduced to the general public, every other day or so! This can, for a fact, make it difficult for newbies to enter the industry.<\/p>\n<p>Even the most difficult concepts can become approachable and understandable, if you have your fundamentals straight, though! And that is exactly what I’m here to help you with - by explaining crypto topics in a fun and beginner-friendly manner! In crypto, all fundamentals start out with figuring out what is a cryptocurrency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In this section, we’re going to talk about cryptocurrencies.<\/strong> I’ll tell you what they are, what’s the purposes behind them, and we’ll also talk about how they are different from traditional, global currencies.<\/p>\n<p><em>Without further ado, let’s get to it!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"row justify-content-center\">\n <div class=\"col-md-10 suggested-comparisons pb-3 mb-4\">\n <div class=\"d-flex flex-row\">\n <div class=\"text-center\">\n <div class=\"img-block-yt\">\n <img src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//assets//images//compare-crypto-exchanges.gif/"/n alt=\"What is a Cryptocurrency: For Beginners (Animated Explainer)\"\n title=\"What is a Cryptocurrency: For Beginners (Animated Explainer)\" class=\"border-0\">\n <p>Video Explainer<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"col-xs-10 col-sm-10 col-md-10 text-left py-3 yt-info\">\n <h4 class=\"mb-1\">Video Explainer: What is a Cryptocurrency?<\/h4>\n <p class=\"py-1 mb-0 youtube-video-subtitle\">Reading is not your thing? 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So, the term “cryptocurrency” could be viewed as “digital, coded money”, in a very specific sense!<\/p>\n<p>At the time of writing this cryptocurrency explanation, there are currently around 20,000 different crypto assets out there, on the market. Not all of them are successful, though - it is estimated that around 1\/5th of all cryptocurrencies have failed. <em>That’s a huge number!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Since examples are what I do best, allow me to give you one, in order to explain cryptocurrency, and to illustrate how crypto money is different from <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-fiat/">fiat money<\/strong><\/a> - in other words, our traditional, global currencies that we use, every single day (USD, EUR, and so on).<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Fiat money.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_02.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Fiat money.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"346\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you and your friend both decided to shop for concert tickets, online. A globally-huge pop star is coming to your city, and so, the tickets are hot - everyone’s trying to get their hands on them!<\/p>\n<p>Both you and your friend keep refreshing the ticket vendor’s webpage, waiting for those tickets to become available to be purchased. As soon as they go live, both of you rush to enter your details, too - <strong>every moment counts, after all!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In just a few minutes, your friend already has their tickets in the email, while you’re still struggling to enter your credit card details on the page. Once you’ve finally managed to do so, you are faced with an error - the bank is undergoing maintenance, and credit card payments won’t be completed until that’s done, sometime tomorrow.<\/p>\n<p>The end result? Your friend will go to the concert, while you’re going to have to find a different event… And wait for your credit card to start working again!<\/p>\n<p>Now, then - why was your friend able to complete their purchase? <strong>Whelp, you’ve guessed it - they were paying in crypto.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Cryptocurrencies VS Traditional Money<\/h2>\n<p>Now, keeping that example in mind, I want to continue this “what is cryptocurrency for dummies” explanation by exploring some of the main differences between cryptocurrencies and traditional money & payment systems. This will hopefully help you get a better understanding of why crypto has become as popular as it is - well, at least part of the reason.<\/p>\n<p>The key differences between crypto and fiat money lie in <strong>governance, privacy, transparency, transaction speeds, and transaction costs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Governance<\/h3>\n<p>First things first - <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-governance/">governance. This is something that is really at the core of crypto technology, and is one of the main reasons why cryptocurrencies came to be, in general! Ever since the creation of <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin in 2009, cryptocurrencies have always prided themselves on being <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-decentralization/">decentralized (with a few exceptions).<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Governance.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_03.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Governance.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"535\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Decentralization essentially means that <strong>there is no single, central governing authority behind the cryptocurrency.<\/strong> With traditional money, you have governments and central banks watching over their currencies - for example, in the United States, the FED (or, the Federal Reserve System) is responsible for managing things such as <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-inflation/">inflation, and how much new money flows into the economy, every year.<\/p>\n<p>With crypto, there’s no FED, and no other single governing party that would influence how a particular cryptocurrency will act. Instead, this is something that is decided by the market, itself - in other words, <strong>the holders of the cryptocurrency are responsible for what happens with it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, here’s another example. Think about the aforementioned Bitcoin, the biggest and most well-known cryptocurrency on the market. Every single aspect surrounding this crypto asset is decided by the community behind it. While the anonymous individual or a group of people (known as <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//who-is-satoshi-nakamoto/">Satoshi Nakamoto<\/strong><\/a>) had created Bitcoin, after that was done, the rest was left with the community behind the asset. <strong>In other words, if you wanted to make some changes to Bitcoin, you would need to get the larger part of the community behind it!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Privacy and Transparency<\/h3>\n<p>This leads us to the next two points that I want to emphasize - <strong>privacy and transparency.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Privacy and transparency.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_04-62f36932ea36a.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Privacy and transparency.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"241\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With traditional currencies, both of those things are pretty limited. Sure, you can go to the shop, and buy some bread with cash - no one will really know that it’s YOU who bought that bread, since there’s no credit card statement, and the transaction happened in cash.<\/p>\n<p>That being said, that cash that you paid DID come from somewhere, didn’t it? Perhaps you’ve just withdrawn it from the ATM machine on the other side of the road? Or maybe you’ve borrowed it from a friend, or a colleague?<\/p>\n<p>My point here is simple - <strong>no matter where you get your money from, it’s always tracked and logged by the government.<\/strong> If you DO manage to receive money from somewhere that the government doesn’t see, you are obligated to inform the relevant tax authorities in your country, in the form of a tax return filing, at the end of the year, or at any other designated point in time.<\/p>\n<p>A quick sidenote - if, at the time you're reading this, <strong>tax season <\/strong>is around the corner, make sure to check out our <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//how-to-avoid-crypto-taxes/">dedicated section<\/strong><\/a> on how to avoid or minimize crypto taxes - legally, of course!<\/p>\n<p>Now, as you figure out what are cryptocurrencies, you’ll notice that things are a bit different with this form of payment. The more you look into it, the more intricate and complicated it will appear to be - for that reason, we’re not going to look into the various exceptions, but let’s instead talk about the broader rules of the cryptocurrency industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So, with crypto, all of the transactions that you perform are going to be public.<\/strong> If it’s something that you weren’t aware of, it can sound scary.<em> <\/em>Do not fret, though - while your transaction WILL be public, no one will know that it’s YOU who is performing them. Each transaction is encrypted, and unless you go out and tell the whole world your personal <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-address/">cryptocurrency wallet address<\/strong><\/a>, no one will know.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Crypto wallet address.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_05.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Crypto wallet address.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"498\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is exactly how cryptocurrencies allow you to retain your privacy, while also being transparent assets themselves, too! Since you can trade cryptocurrencies anonymously, you don’t need to worry about someone snooping around your transactions - on top of that, since all of those transactions are public, transparency is easy to prove, as well!<\/p>\n<p>Now, look - I do have to mention that <strong>you WILL probably need to report your transactions, and any potential income, to the relevant tax authorities in your country or region. <\/strong>Of course, each situation is different, and depends on crypto regulations in your area, but that’s just something that should be kept in mind!<\/p>\n<h3>Transaction Speed & Cost<\/h3>\n<p>The last big area where cryptocurrencies are quite different from traditional currencies has to do with <strong>the speed and cost of your transactions.<\/strong> Once again, allow me to illustrate this with an example.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction speed & cost.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_06.o.png/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction speed & cost.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"851\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you want to purchase a new pair of pants. You go online, and find an eShop that sells exactly what you’re looking for. The pants cost $30 - that’s a bargain, you say! Even the shipping is free, too!<\/p>\n<p>That being said, as you make the purchase, you see that you were actually charged $35, instead of $30. Looking into it, you eventually learn that the shop is located on the other side of the world, and since that region falls into some sort of a different economic zone, there are extra charges from your bank, in order to perform that transaction.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, in reality, things are quite a bit more complicated than that, - still, though, the example illustrates my point, nonetheless!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transactions that involve traditional currencies - or traditional payment gateways, for that matter - can get quite costly.<\/strong> It all depends on a variety of factors, but, once again - the point remains the same, either way!<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, such transactions can also take a lot of time to be processed, as well. While we’re used to credit or debit card payments being processed almost immediately, oftentimes, the same cannot be said about wire and bank transfers, in general. <strong>If you perform a bank transfer at night, your transaction might not be processed until the next day!<\/strong> And this is only if you’re sending money to someone in the same region that you’re located in, too!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction processing time.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_cryptocurrency_07.o.jpg/" alt=\"What is a cryptocurrency: Transaction processing time.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"977\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Understanding what are cryptocurrencies, things are very different, in both regards. <strong>When it comes to transaction costs, depending on the cryptocurrency that you might be transacting with, the fees could be as low as a fraction of a penny! <\/strong>Imagine sending a few thousand dollars to your family, on the other side of the world, and not even paying a cent for that transaction.<\/p>\n<p><em>Could it get any better?<\/em> Yes, it can - if that transaction was processed and completed in a matter of seconds. Once again, this is completely possible with cryptocurrency technology!<\/p>\n<p>To wrap everything up, let me just say this - apart from everything I just talked about, there are multiple other benefits associated with cryptocurrencies, and the blockchain technology behind them!<\/p>","youtube_video":{"id":34,"channel_id":1,"sort":62,"video_title":"What is a Cryptocurrency: For Beginners (Animated Explainer)","description":"Wondering what is a cryptocurrency?\n\nCryptocurrencies are something that we see and come across, every single day, whether it be by buying, selling, and trading them, or simply reading about them online. However, at the end of the day, when you boil it down, do you really know what is a cryptocurrency?\n\nThat is exactly the question that I aim to answer in this video! I will tell you both what cryptocurrencies are, as well as how they are different from (and, oftentimes - superior to) traditional, fiat money.\n\nAre you looking to get into cryptocurrencies? If so, which ones are you a fan of? Let me know, in the comment section below!\n\nVideo Time Table:\n\n0:00 Introduction to What is a Cryptocurrency\n0:58 What is a Cryptocurrency Explained\n2:58 Cryptocurrencies vs Traditional Money\n8:41 Wrapping up: What is a Cryptocurrency?\n\nMore Related Videos:\n\n? Crypto Token VS Coin\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kNAC7CXFOTw\n? What is Blockchain?\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=O2-XxMo5PFs\n? What is a Smart Contract?\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0VCMtKx9AxU\n? 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It’s a pretty long drive, so you pack up your things, and hit the road. Approaching the city where your friend’s house is located, you notice that there’s a river that needs to be crossed.<\/p>\n<p>Since you’re driving a simple car, and not a futuristic car-boat, you can’t just swim over the river! However, luckily, you notice that there’s a bridge - you can use it to cross over, and meet your friend on the other side. <strong>From a somewhat philosophical point of view, this is how blockchain bridges work, too!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this section, we’re going to answer the question - what is bridging in crypto? Specifically, I’m going to tell you about the problem that many blockchains face, what is crypto bridging & how it can help eliminate that problem, and we’ll also talk about the best blockchain bridges and how to spot them, too!<\/p>\n<p><em>Now, let’s get to it!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>The Communication Problem of Blockchains<\/h2>\n<p>So, for starters, allow me to elaborate on the example I gave in the introduction, as we move on to discuss what are blockchain bridges, and how do they work.<\/p>\n<p>In the example, both you and your friend represent two different blockchain networks. For the sake of this example, let’s say, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-ethereum-eth/">Ethereum. As you might be aware, both of these blockchains are very different from one another!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: The communication problem of blockchains.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_01-62ea3457bd369.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: The communication problem of blockchains.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"543\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ethereum<\/strong> is this super-smart global computer that allows its users to create and participate in <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-smart-contract/">smart contracts<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-defi/">decentralized finance (or, DeFi)<\/strong><\/a>, and a variety of other revolutionary activities. On the flip side, <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong> is usually seen as the “dumb” blockchain - essentially, it has no “smart” functionality, and is mostly only used as a store of value.<\/p>\n<p>Note that, if some of the terms I’ve mentioned earlier aren’t familiar to you, do make sure to check out other sections in the Crypto 101 Handbook - you'll find dedicated sections on all of those topics! Moving on, though, you might ask - <em>so, where’s the problem?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Well, what if you want to, say, participate in some sort of a cool, new <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-are-decentralized-applications-dapps/">dApp on Ethereum, but you’re only holding Bitcoin? <strong>This is where blockchain bridges come in to save the day!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You see, this is kind of the biggest problem that all blockchain networks face, in general - they have a pretty difficult time communicating with one another! Since many of these protocols are built using very different technology, they aren’t able to connect with each other - it’s like trying to install an Xbox game on your personal computer!<\/p>\n<h2>What is a Blockchain Bridge, and Where is it Used?<\/h2>\n<p>Moving on, in order to help different blockchain networks connect and “communicate” with one another, you need bridges. To answer the question of what is bridging in crypto simply, you can think of these bridges as<strong> special connections that allow two completely different blockchains to share data, coins & tokens, and various other information.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Coin VS Token.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_02-62ea345b00706.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: A blockchain bridge.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"726\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Notice how I mention “coins & tokens” - this part is very important! If you’d like an in-depth explanation of what are the differences between crypto coins and tokens, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//coin-vs-token/">check out this section<\/strong><\/a> - for now, though, just know that <strong>crypto coins have their own blockchains, while cryptocurrency tokens are built on the blockchains of other coins.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Feeling confused? <\/em>Well, look - let’s illustrate that with an example.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Ethereum VS BNB.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_03-62eb65a09adde.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Ethereum VS BNB.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"363\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once again, let’s look at Ethereum - this is a blockchain that has a native coin of its own, by the same name. However, Ethereum is also home to a huge variety of different tokens, too - the Shiba Inu token, Bancor, the Basic Attention Token, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Then, you have another network, such as the <strong>Binance Smart Chain.<\/strong> The native coin of this blockchain is BNB. Binance Smart Chain also has a variety of tokens built on it, too.<\/p>\n<p>Where do blockchain bridges come in? Well, think about it this way - what would happen if you wanted to use your Ethereum coins or tokens on the Binance Smart Chain? Traditionally, you couldn’t  - these are two completely different networks! <strong>However, crypto bridging allows you to do just that!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Up until this point, we’ve talked about some pretty vague examples of blockchain bridging. Let’s change that - allow me to give you a very specific example of what is bridging in crypto, and how you can use it, too!<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you’ve found an awesome yield-earning platform. The premise behind it is very simple - <strong>you put in some cryptocurrency that you hold, and then earn a passive interest over time.<\/strong> This platform supports a wide list of cryptocurrencies, so you start browsing and looking for the best numbers.<\/p>\n<p>During your research, you notice something interesting - if you were to deposit your ETH coins into it, you would earn a 1% annual yield. However, if you would instead deposit ETH coins that are based on the Binance Smart Chain, that percentage would double!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: ETH coins VS BSC-based ETH coins.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_04-62ea3364626cf.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: ETH coins VS BSC-based ETH coins.\" width=\"981\" height=\"224\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, all that you need to do now is find a blockchain bridge, exchange your ETH coin to Binance Smart Chain Ethereum, and start earning a passive yield!<\/p>\n<p>An alternative example that you could think about would have to do with cryptocurrency <strong>lending<\/strong> <strong>and<\/strong> <strong>borrowing.<\/strong> This can be done in two types of platforms - centralized institutions, and some anonymity-preserving, decentralized applications. In most cases, however, crypto lending and borrowing are considered to be a form of DeFi, or decentralized finance.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Bitcoin bridging.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_05-62ea3459711ee.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Bitcoin bridging.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"257\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Most modern blockchain networks are advanced enough to allow their coin or token holders to participate in lending and borrowing. Older blockchains <em>(such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin)<\/em>, however, do not - <strong>in order to borrow or lend them out, you would need to bridge these assets<\/strong> on special applications that would allow you to do so, and that are based on other, “smarter” networks. <em>Makes sense?<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Best Blockchain Bridges<\/h2>\n<p>Now, I admit - this is a pretty complex topic to tackle! That being said, though, now that you know what is bridging in crypto, and where these bridges are used, in the first place, there’s one more thing that I’d like to discuss - <strong>the best blockchain bridges, and how to find them!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First things first - this won’t be a list of blockchain bridges for you to check out. Instead, I’d like to tell you about<strong> the types of bridges that you might come across<\/strong>, and what to look for with each of those types, as well.<\/p>\n<p>So, to start things off, you should note that there are two major types of blockchain bridges - <strong>centralized, and decentralized ones.<\/strong> They are both very preference-based, and will thus suit different people, too. However, if you’re just starting out, I’d recommend you go with the centralized bridges - these are much simpler to use and get into, in general.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Best blockchain bridges.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_06-62ea34556ceb6.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Best blockchain bridges.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"555\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Essentially, some of the most popular centralized crypto bridges are those that are located on trusted and well-known crypto exchanges. These bridges work with the help of exchange-based <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-liquidity-pool/">liquidity pools<\/strong><\/a>. Now, it’s a huge topic, in of its own, so if you’re not familiar with it, I highly recommend reading <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-liquidity-pool-in-crypto/">a section about liquidity pools<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Put simply, though, the exchange houses two different pools - say, that of Bitcoin, and Ethereum-equivalent of BTC coins.<\/strong> When you visit the centralized exchange, and deposit your Bitcoin into it, you will receive an equivalent amount of Ethereum-based BTC. Your original BTC coins are locked up in the first pool - you can exchange your newly-acquired ETH-Bitcoins for your original coins at any point in time!<\/p>\n<p>The process looks pretty complex, when you put it that way, but swapping your crypto like this is actually pretty simple - many centralized institutions have special interfaces that allow you to do so in a clear and beginner-friendly manner.<\/p>\n<p>Now, if you decide to use the best centralized blockchain bridges, just keep in mind that <strong>you will need to really trust the platform that you’ve chosen! <\/strong>I mean, think about it this way - it’s like you meeting a stranger, and them telling you: <em>“Hey, if you give me your money, I promise that I won’t steal it from you, and that it won’t magically disappear one day!”.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Well, I do admit that this is a bit of an exaggeration, but the general idea remains the same - <strong>you should use only the most-trustworthy cross-chain bridges!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The second type of crypto bridges that you can encounter are decentralized ones. These bridging options are quite a bit more complex than their centralized counterparts, and they do come with their own benefits and drawbacks, too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Decentralized bridges work with the help of smart contracts. <\/strong>Once you deposit your cryptocurrency into a smart contract, it gets locked up, and you are automatically paid out the equivalent crypto, immediately. Since your original coins get locked up in the contract, there are no new cryptos coming into the market, and thus, there aren’t any complex inflationary problems being caused, either.<\/p>\n<p>Decentralized cross-chain bridges are wonderful for anyone who wants to remain <strong>anonymous<\/strong> in their crypto swapping ventures. However, this comes with the drawback of these bridges often being <strong>less-secure than centralized ones. <\/strong>So, if you’re adamant about using a smart contract-powered crypto bridging solution, you should take the time and do some thorough research!<\/p>\n<p>That concludes our discussion of what bridging in crypto is. As you’ve probably gathered by now, bridging is a very important part of the cryptocurrency world! It is thus equally important that you educate yourself on the topic.<\/p>","definition":"Did you know that a blockchain bridge can be perceived by its literal meaning since it links two different blockchains?","status":"published","meta_title":"What is Bridging in Crypto and Why is It Useful?","meta_description":"Can't find a decent explanation about what is bridging in crypto? You're in luck because you'll find everything you need to know right here!","meta_keywords":"what is bridging in crypto, blockchain bridges, list of blockchain bridges, what are blockchain bridges, how do blockchain bridges work, best blockchain bridges","modified_content":"<p>In this section, I’m going to tell you what is bridging in crypto!<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you’ve decided to visit a friend, who lives in a different city. It’s a pretty long drive, so you pack up your things, and hit the road. Approaching the city where your friend’s house is located, you notice that there’s a river that needs to be crossed.<\/p>\n<p>Since you’re driving a simple car, and not a futuristic car-boat, you can’t just swim over the river! However, luckily, you notice that there’s a bridge - you can use it to cross over, and meet your friend on the other side. <strong>From a somewhat philosophical point of view, this is how blockchain bridges work, too!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this section, we’re going to answer the question - what is bridging in crypto? Specifically, I’m going to tell you about the problem that many blockchains face, what is crypto bridging & how it can help eliminate that problem, and we’ll also talk about the best blockchain bridges and how to spot them, too!<\/p>\n<p><em>Now, let’s get to it!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"row justify-content-center\">\n <div class=\"col-md-10 suggested-comparisons pb-3 mb-4\">\n <div class=\"d-flex flex-row\">\n <div class=\"text-center\">\n <div class=\"img-block-yt\">\n <img src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//assets//images//compare-crypto-exchanges.gif/"/n alt=\"What is a Crypto Bridge? 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For the sake of this example, let’s say, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-ethereum-eth/">Ethereum. As you might be aware, both of these blockchains are very different from one another!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: The communication problem of blockchains.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_01-62ea3457bd369.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: The communication problem of blockchains.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"543\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ethereum<\/strong> is this super-smart global computer that allows its users to create and participate in <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-smart-contract/">smart contracts<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-defi/">decentralized finance (or, DeFi)<\/strong><\/a>, and a variety of other revolutionary activities. On the flip side, <strong>Bitcoin<\/strong> is usually seen as the “dumb” blockchain - essentially, it has no “smart” functionality, and is mostly only used as a store of value.<\/p>\n<p>Note that, if some of the terms I’ve mentioned earlier aren’t familiar to you, do make sure to check out other sections in the Crypto 101 Handbook - you'll find dedicated sections on all of those topics! Moving on, though, you might ask - <em>so, where’s the problem?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Well, what if you want to, say, participate in some sort of a cool, new <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-are-decentralized-applications-dapps/">dApp on Ethereum, but you’re only holding Bitcoin? <strong>This is where blockchain bridges come in to save the day!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You see, this is kind of the biggest problem that all blockchain networks face, in general - they have a pretty difficult time communicating with one another! Since many of these protocols are built using very different technology, they aren’t able to connect with each other - it’s like trying to install an Xbox game on your personal computer!<\/p>\n<h2>What is a Blockchain Bridge, and Where is it Used?<\/h2>\n<p>Moving on, in order to help different blockchain networks connect and “communicate” with one another, you need bridges. To answer the question of what is bridging in crypto simply, you can think of these bridges as<strong> special connections that allow two completely different blockchains to share data, coins & tokens, and various other information.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Coin VS Token.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_02-62ea345b00706.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: A blockchain bridge.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"726\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Notice how I mention “coins & tokens” - this part is very important! If you’d like an in-depth explanation of what are the differences between crypto coins and tokens, <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//coin-vs-token/">check out this section<\/strong><\/a> - for now, though, just know that <strong>crypto coins have their own blockchains, while cryptocurrency tokens are built on the blockchains of other coins.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Feeling confused? <\/em>Well, look - let’s illustrate that with an example.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Ethereum VS BNB.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_03-62eb65a09adde.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Ethereum VS BNB.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"363\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once again, let’s look at Ethereum - this is a blockchain that has a native coin of its own, by the same name. However, Ethereum is also home to a huge variety of different tokens, too - the Shiba Inu token, Bancor, the Basic Attention Token, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Then, you have another network, such as the <strong>Binance Smart Chain.<\/strong> The native coin of this blockchain is BNB. Binance Smart Chain also has a variety of tokens built on it, too.<\/p>\n<p>Where do blockchain bridges come in? Well, think about it this way - what would happen if you wanted to use your Ethereum coins or tokens on the Binance Smart Chain? Traditionally, you couldn’t  - these are two completely different networks! <strong>However, crypto bridging allows you to do just that!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Up until this point, we’ve talked about some pretty vague examples of blockchain bridging. Let’s change that - allow me to give you a very specific example of what is bridging in crypto, and how you can use it, too!<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you’ve found an awesome yield-earning platform. The premise behind it is very simple - <strong>you put in some cryptocurrency that you hold, and then earn a passive interest over time.<\/strong> This platform supports a wide list of cryptocurrencies, so you start browsing and looking for the best numbers.<\/p>\n<p>During your research, you notice something interesting - if you were to deposit your ETH coins into it, you would earn a 1% annual yield. However, if you would instead deposit ETH coins that are based on the Binance Smart Chain, that percentage would double!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: ETH coins VS BSC-based ETH coins.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_04-62ea3364626cf.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: ETH coins VS BSC-based ETH coins.\" width=\"981\" height=\"224\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, all that you need to do now is find a blockchain bridge, exchange your ETH coin to Binance Smart Chain Ethereum, and start earning a passive yield!<\/p>\n<p>An alternative example that you could think about would have to do with cryptocurrency <strong>lending<\/strong> <strong>and<\/strong> <strong>borrowing.<\/strong> This can be done in two types of platforms - centralized institutions, and some anonymity-preserving, decentralized applications. In most cases, however, crypto lending and borrowing are considered to be a form of DeFi, or decentralized finance.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Bitcoin bridging.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_05-62ea3459711ee.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Bitcoin bridging.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"257\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Most modern blockchain networks are advanced enough to allow their coin or token holders to participate in lending and borrowing. Older blockchains <em>(such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin)<\/em>, however, do not - <strong>in order to borrow or lend them out, you would need to bridge these assets<\/strong> on special applications that would allow you to do so, and that are based on other, “smarter” networks. <em>Makes sense?<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Best Blockchain Bridges<\/h2>\n<p>Now, I admit - this is a pretty complex topic to tackle! That being said, though, now that you know what is bridging in crypto, and where these bridges are used, in the first place, there’s one more thing that I’d like to discuss - <strong>the best blockchain bridges, and how to find them!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First things first - this won’t be a list of blockchain bridges for you to check out. Instead, I’d like to tell you about<strong> the types of bridges that you might come across<\/strong>, and what to look for with each of those types, as well.<\/p>\n<p>So, to start things off, you should note that there are two major types of blockchain bridges - <strong>centralized, and decentralized ones.<\/strong> They are both very preference-based, and will thus suit different people, too. However, if you’re just starting out, I’d recommend you go with the centralized bridges - these are much simpler to use and get into, in general.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"What is bridging in crypto: Best blockchain bridges.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//what_is_crypto_bridging_06-62ea34556ceb6.o.png/" alt=\"What is bridging in crypto: Best blockchain bridges.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"555\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Essentially, some of the most popular centralized crypto bridges are those that are located on trusted and well-known crypto exchanges. These bridges work with the help of exchange-based <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-liquidity-pool/">liquidity pools<\/strong><\/a>. Now, it’s a huge topic, in of its own, so if you’re not familiar with it, I highly recommend reading <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-liquidity-pool-in-crypto/">a section about liquidity pools<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Put simply, though, the exchange houses two different pools - say, that of Bitcoin, and Ethereum-equivalent of BTC coins.<\/strong> When you visit the centralized exchange, and deposit your Bitcoin into it, you will receive an equivalent amount of Ethereum-based BTC. Your original BTC coins are locked up in the first pool - you can exchange your newly-acquired ETH-Bitcoins for your original coins at any point in time!<\/p>\n<p>The process looks pretty complex, when you put it that way, but swapping your crypto like this is actually pretty simple - many centralized institutions have special interfaces that allow you to do so in a clear and beginner-friendly manner.<\/p>\n<p>Now, if you decide to use the best centralized blockchain bridges, just keep in mind that <strong>you will need to really trust the platform that you’ve chosen! <\/strong>I mean, think about it this way - it’s like you meeting a stranger, and them telling you: <em>“Hey, if you give me your money, I promise that I won’t steal it from you, and that it won’t magically disappear one day!”.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Well, I do admit that this is a bit of an exaggeration, but the general idea remains the same - <strong>you should use only the most-trustworthy cross-chain bridges!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The second type of crypto bridges that you can encounter are decentralized ones. These bridging options are quite a bit more complex than their centralized counterparts, and they do come with their own benefits and drawbacks, too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Decentralized bridges work with the help of smart contracts. <\/strong>Once you deposit your cryptocurrency into a smart contract, it gets locked up, and you are automatically paid out the equivalent crypto, immediately. Since your original coins get locked up in the contract, there are no new cryptos coming into the market, and thus, there aren’t any complex inflationary problems being caused, either.<\/p>\n<p>Decentralized cross-chain bridges are wonderful for anyone who wants to remain <strong>anonymous<\/strong> in their crypto swapping ventures. However, this comes with the drawback of these bridges often being <strong>less-secure than centralized ones. <\/strong>So, if you’re adamant about using a smart contract-powered crypto bridging solution, you should take the time and do some thorough research!<\/p>\n<p>That concludes our discussion of what bridging in crypto is. As you’ve probably gathered by now, bridging is a very important part of the cryptocurrency world! It is thus equally important that you educate yourself on the topic.<\/p>","youtube_video":{"id":33,"channel_id":1,"sort":63,"video_title":"What is a Crypto Bridge? (Explained with Animations)","description":"What is a crypto bridge?\n\nCryptocurrency bridges are some of the most important elements of the crypto world. However, they are also a complex topic that not many people are truly familiar with! Truth be told, you might have even used a cross-chain bridge before, without even knowing it! \n\nIn this video, I\u2019ll tell you all about what is bridging in crypto. Furthermore, I will reveal the biggest problem that all cryptocurrencies face, and will also explain how crypto bridges help solve that problem, in general. We will also look into the best blockchain bridges, and how to find them.\n\nHave you ever used a blockchain bridge before? Share your experiences, in the comment section below!\n\nVideo Time Table:\n\n0:00 Introduction to What is a Crypto Bridge\n0:59 How do the Crypto Bridges Work?\n3:38 Example of Bridging in Crypto\n5:10 Best Blockchain Bridges\n7:57 Wrap-up: What is a Crypto Bridge? \n\n? Best Types of Blockchains Explained\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=sCp9U3vr9RI\n? Blockchain Transaction Easily Explained\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=h1zkHIBFiS4\n? What is a Smart Contract?\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0VCMtKx9AxU\n? 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Some of them are station wagons, some are pickup trucks - some are brand new and modern, while others barely even start. Now, while all of these objects are cars, and are able to take you from point A to point B, their characteristics are very different from one another, nonetheless.<\/p>\n<p>The exact same logic can be applied to blockchains, too! There’s a huge variety of blockchains within the industry today, and all of them appear to offer their own, unique approach to solving some sort of a problem. <strong>Which blockchain projects can be trusted, though, and which of them are better to be avoided?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this section, we’re going to take a look at some of the most important points to note, when analyzing different types of blockchains and blockchain-powered projects. We’ll talk about the most important features that all reliable blockchains should possess, and how you can spot potential scams, too!<\/p>\n<p><em>Without further ado, let’s get to it!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Public VS Private Blockchains<\/h2>\n<p>The very first thing that you should know about blockchains, when you want to analyze them, is that <strong>there are two main types of blockchains out there<\/strong> - <strong><a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-public-blockchain/">public, and <strong><a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-private-blockchain/">private ones.<\/p>\n<p>Think about it like this - imagine that you love gaming, specifically, online games that you can play with your friends. Games such as RuneScape, or World of Warcraft.<\/p>\n<p>Both of these games can be played on their main, public servers - these servers are accessible to everyone, and have some established rules and guidelines about how you interact with the digital world around you.<\/p>\n<p>However, it’s no secret that both games have private servers, as well. These servers are owned by some sort of a private individual, and are usually altered, quite a bit - better monster loot drop rates, more damage, rare items are made less rare, and so on. You get the idea.<\/p>\n<p>While the example isn’t exactly spot-on (since both versions of the games are owned by private individuals or companies), it should still give you a pretty good idea of how private and public blockchains differ!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Public blockchains are the norm<\/strong> - generally speaking, they are transparent, completely decentralized, run by public <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-node/">nodes, and do not belong to any single authority (company, individual, organization, etc.). As opposed to that, private blockchains DO belong to a single governing entity, are governed by private nodes, and are <strong>usually very use case-specific<\/strong> - meaning, they are used for a very specific purpose, and thus, aren’t always available to the public.<\/p>\n<p>All of that is to say that, in this section, we’re going to be focusing on the most common and popular type of blockchains - public ones. The absolute majority of all of the main cryptocurrency projects are built on these blockchains, and you’ll encounter them far more often than private ones.<\/p>\n<h2>Security - The Name of the Game<\/h2>\n<p>Now that we’ve established that much, we can move on to the points that you need to look at when analyzing types of blockchain projects. And, as far as these criteria go, you’ll find security to be at the very top of the list.<\/p>\n<p>Now, if you know anything about crypto, this shouldn’t come as a surprise to you, whatsoever! After all, as I always say - <strong>if the project lacks security features, it’s not even worth looking into, in the first place!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: An example with a car.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_01.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: An example with a car.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Let’s take a look at another example with cars. Imagine that you’re looking to buy a new, modern and beautiful car - one that has a huge array of fancy features, top-tier handling on the road, and is very comfortable to drive, in general. The car is actually very affordable, as well! There’s just one issue - there is no way to lock it, at all.<\/p>\n<p>So, while you CAN buy this car, and enjoy all of the perks that it has to offer, every single day, you’ll risk it being stolen, since all that the thieves would need to do is open the door - that’s it! This factor alone would probably make you think twice about buying a car like this!<\/p>\n<p>Blockchains are the exact same. <strong>You should always make sure that the technology behind the blockchain is modern, secure, and bulletproof, at least theoretically. <\/strong>Read up about the project on the forums, check what the core developers have to say, talk to your peers, and take a look at all of the projects that are built on this blockchain - all of this should give you a pretty good idea, as far as security is concerned!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: The ways you can check if the technology behind the blockchain is modern and secure.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_02.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: The ways you can check if the technology behind the blockchain is modern and secure.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Flesh Out Your Goals<\/h2>\n<p>The second big thing that you really need to figure out when trying to find the best blockchains is <strong>what exactly it is that you’re interested in<\/strong>, in the first place.<\/p>\n<p><em>Sound weird? Well, allow me to explain!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Certain blockchains are very user- and newbie-friendly. Meaning, they are very simple to navigate through, use, and invest in. Take <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin, as an example - the blockchain doesn’t have any innate functionality, and is mainly used for investment purposes.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, you have blockchains such as <strong>Polkadot<\/strong> - it’s a super-complex network that’s oriented at supporting other blockchain projects, and allowing different blockchain networks to “communicate” with one another. Now, that’s some high-end, developer-related subject matter!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Polkadot.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_03.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Polkadot.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"437\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If the latter sounds more like your cup of tea, then I highly recommend reading a <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-polkadot-in-crypto/">dedicated section about Polkadot<\/strong><\/a>, to get a better understanding of what this network is all about. That being said, my point still stands - once you understand WHY it is that you’re researching different blockchain platforms, you’ll be able to narrow your search, significantly.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of which, this ties in perfectly with another element of your research, too.<\/p>\n<h2>DYOR on The Use Cases of the Blockchain<\/h2>\n<p>Once you have all of your goals set and clear, the third step is to <strong>find a blockchain that would allow you to manifest those goals into reality! <\/strong>Allow me to illustrate what I mean with an example.<\/p>\n<p>So, imagine that your significant other sent you to a grocery store to do some shopping. Now, if your goal was to buy some milk and bread, but you, for some reason, decide to go shopping in a clothing store, instead of a grocery shop, chances are that you won’t find any milk or bread there!<\/p>\n<p>The same is true with different types of blockchains, as well. So, for example, <strong>Ethereum is the main blockchain that different <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-are-decentralized-applications-dapps/">dApps are built on<\/strong>, while, as we’ve talked about earlier, <strong>Bitcoin is a “dumb” blockchain<\/strong> - it has <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-defi/">no DeFi functionality<\/strong><\/a>, and people buy Bitcoin simply because they see it as digital gold, and believe that it will rise in price, over time.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Ethereum VS Bitcoin.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_04.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Ethereum VS Bitcoin.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"285\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you’re unfamiliar with <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-are-dapps-in-crypto/">dApps and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-defi/">DeFi, in general, check out the sections dedicated to these topics in the BitDegree Crypto 101 Handbook! That said, though, the point here remains the same - since different blockchain networks will have different use cases, you really need to do your own research on what your blockchain of choice is best for, and then see if it fits the goals that you’ve fleshed out, earlier.<\/p>\n<h2>Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind it?<\/h2>\n<p>The fourth aspect that you need to consider when researching the best blockchain networks is <strong>whether or not the network has an avid and passionate community<\/strong>, and just how easy it is to navigate it.<\/p>\n<p>My favorite way to look at it is this: imagine that you’re an entry-level investor, and are not interested in any high-tier projects, or advanced blockchain functionality. Instead, you’re simply looking to invest in a network that has some great perspectives, and is attracting users with some unique features.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that, in a situation like this, you encounter two blockchains - one that’s super-popular and well-established, and another that no one has even yet heard about, and that has very limited functionality.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind It?\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_05.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind It?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"556\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>With the well-established blockchain<\/strong>, you are able to access multiple different projects, figure out what are the different types of tokens, and then trade them in a simple manner, since they are supported on multiple <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-exchange/">exchanges. Besides, you can get all of your questions answered since the community forums are alive and well.<\/p>\n<p><strong>With the less-known blockchain<\/strong>, the situation is different. Everything’s sort of “up in the air”, there aren’t really any big-name projects being developed on it, and if you want to trade tokens, you’d need to use some sort of a complex, advanced swapping tool that’s only available within their ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>In a situation like this, it’s quite obvious that the well-known blockchain is the safer and easier pick! That being said, this does transition perfectly into my next point.<\/p>\n<h2>Avoiding Scams<\/h2>\n<p>So, up to this point, we’ve talked about the different aspects that you should look into when analyzing different types of blockchain protocols and networks. For step No. 5, you should also be able to look into and understand <strong>what a potentially-shady blockchain looks like<\/strong>, and learn to avoid it!<\/p>\n<p>Evidently, oftentimes, this isn’t a simple thing to do<em>. <\/em>But, there are some tell-tale signs to look out for. Many of these signs are actually the same as when analyzing cryptocurrency-powered projects, too!<\/p>\n<p><strong>For starters, you need to look into who created the blockchain network.<\/strong> Are the founders anonymous? If not, are they well-known and respected within the industry? Answers to these questions can really help you discard a big chunk of shady blockchain networks from your list!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Then, the fundamentals. <\/strong>Is the blockchain secure? Do the developers behind it apply all of the best-practices? What is the purpose behind the project - is there one, in general?<\/p>\n<p>After you figure all of that out, you’ll be able to move to some of the <strong>more-specific questions<\/strong> - project funding, roadmap, whitepaper, and so on. At the end of the day, follow your gut feeling - if something <em>*feels*<\/em> off, then it’s often better to stay safe and avoid the project.<\/p>\n<h2>Wrapping Up<\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we’ve covered some of the most important points that you need to look at when searching for and analyzing the best blockchain networks. You should now also be able to differentiate between great blockchains, as well as those that should be avoided, if you want to keep your funds safe!<\/p>","definition":"Did you know that there are at least a thousand different blockchains, which can be divided into four different categories?","status":"published","meta_title":"Different Types of Blockchains: Which One is the Best?","meta_description":"If you're having trouble deciding which blockchain, out of dozens available, you should pick, discover all the answers you need here!","meta_keywords":"types of blockchains, types of blockchain, different types of blockchain, blockchain types, types of blockchain platforms, types of blockchain protocols, types of node in blockchain, what are the different types of tokens in blockchain, different types of blockchain technology","modified_content":"<p>In this section, I’m going to tell you about the different types of <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-blockchain/">blockchains out there!<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that you have a line of 10 very different cars. Some of them are station wagons, some are pickup trucks - some are brand new and modern, while others barely even start. Now, while all of these objects are cars, and are able to take you from point A to point B, their characteristics are very different from one another, nonetheless.<\/p>\n<p>The exact same logic can be applied to blockchains, too! There’s a huge variety of blockchains within the industry today, and all of them appear to offer their own, unique approach to solving some sort of a problem. <strong>Which blockchain projects can be trusted, though, and which of them are better to be avoided?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this section, we’re going to take a look at some of the most important points to note, when analyzing different types of blockchains and blockchain-powered projects. 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Games such as RuneScape, or World of Warcraft.<\/p>\n<p>Both of these games can be played on their main, public servers - these servers are accessible to everyone, and have some established rules and guidelines about how you interact with the digital world around you.<\/p>\n<p>However, it’s no secret that both games have private servers, as well. These servers are owned by some sort of a private individual, and are usually altered, quite a bit - better monster loot drop rates, more damage, rare items are made less rare, and so on. You get the idea.<\/p>\n<p>While the example isn’t exactly spot-on (since both versions of the games are owned by private individuals or companies), it should still give you a pretty good idea of how private and public blockchains differ!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Public blockchains are the norm<\/strong> - generally speaking, they are transparent, completely decentralized, run by public <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-node/">nodes, and do not belong to any single authority (company, individual, organization, etc.). As opposed to that, private blockchains DO belong to a single governing entity, are governed by private nodes, and are <strong>usually very use case-specific<\/strong> - meaning, they are used for a very specific purpose, and thus, aren’t always available to the public.<\/p>\n<p>All of that is to say that, in this section, we’re going to be focusing on the most common and popular type of blockchains - public ones. The absolute majority of all of the main cryptocurrency projects are built on these blockchains, and you’ll encounter them far more often than private ones.<\/p>\n<h2>Security - The Name of the Game<\/h2>\n<p>Now that we’ve established that much, we can move on to the points that you need to look at when analyzing types of blockchain projects. And, as far as these criteria go, you’ll find security to be at the very top of the list.<\/p>\n<p>Now, if you know anything about crypto, this shouldn’t come as a surprise to you, whatsoever! After all, as I always say - <strong>if the project lacks security features, it’s not even worth looking into, in the first place!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: An example with a car.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_01.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: An example with a car.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Let’s take a look at another example with cars. Imagine that you’re looking to buy a new, modern and beautiful car - one that has a huge array of fancy features, top-tier handling on the road, and is very comfortable to drive, in general. The car is actually very affordable, as well! There’s just one issue - there is no way to lock it, at all.<\/p>\n<p>So, while you CAN buy this car, and enjoy all of the perks that it has to offer, every single day, you’ll risk it being stolen, since all that the thieves would need to do is open the door - that’s it! This factor alone would probably make you think twice about buying a car like this!<\/p>\n<p>Blockchains are the exact same. <strong>You should always make sure that the technology behind the blockchain is modern, secure, and bulletproof, at least theoretically. <\/strong>Read up about the project on the forums, check what the core developers have to say, talk to your peers, and take a look at all of the projects that are built on this blockchain - all of this should give you a pretty good idea, as far as security is concerned!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: The ways you can check if the technology behind the blockchain is modern and secure.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_02.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: The ways you can check if the technology behind the blockchain is modern and secure.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"515\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Flesh Out Your Goals<\/h2>\n<p>The second big thing that you really need to figure out when trying to find the best blockchains is <strong>what exactly it is that you’re interested in<\/strong>, in the first place.<\/p>\n<p><em>Sound weird? Well, allow me to explain!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Certain blockchains are very user- and newbie-friendly. Meaning, they are very simple to navigate through, use, and invest in. Take <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////www.bitdegree.org//crypto//buy-bitcoin-btc/">Bitcoin, as an example - the blockchain doesn’t have any innate functionality, and is mainly used for investment purposes.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, you have blockchains such as <strong>Polkadot<\/strong> - it’s a super-complex network that’s oriented at supporting other blockchain projects, and allowing different blockchain networks to “communicate” with one another. Now, that’s some high-end, developer-related subject matter!<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Polkadot.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_03.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Polkadot.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"437\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If the latter sounds more like your cup of tea, then I highly recommend reading a <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-polkadot-in-crypto/">dedicated section about Polkadot<\/strong><\/a>, to get a better understanding of what this network is all about. That being said, my point still stands - once you understand WHY it is that you’re researching different blockchain platforms, you’ll be able to narrow your search, significantly.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of which, this ties in perfectly with another element of your research, too.<\/p>\n<h2>DYOR on The Use Cases of the Blockchain<\/h2>\n<p>Once you have all of your goals set and clear, the third step is to <strong>find a blockchain that would allow you to manifest those goals into reality! <\/strong>Allow me to illustrate what I mean with an example.<\/p>\n<p>So, imagine that your significant other sent you to a grocery store to do some shopping. Now, if your goal was to buy some milk and bread, but you, for some reason, decide to go shopping in a clothing store, instead of a grocery shop, chances are that you won’t find any milk or bread there!<\/p>\n<p>The same is true with different types of blockchains, as well. So, for example, <strong>Ethereum is the main blockchain that different <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-are-decentralized-applications-dapps/">dApps are built on<\/strong>, while, as we’ve talked about earlier, <strong>Bitcoin is a “dumb” blockchain<\/strong> - it has <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-defi/">no DeFi functionality<\/strong><\/a>, and people buy Bitcoin simply because they see it as digital gold, and believe that it will rise in price, over time.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Ethereum VS Bitcoin.\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_04.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Ethereum VS Bitcoin.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"285\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you’re unfamiliar with <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-are-dapps-in-crypto/">dApps and <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//what-is-defi/">DeFi, in general, check out the sections dedicated to these topics in the BitDegree Crypto 101 Handbook! That said, though, the point here remains the same - since different blockchain networks will have different use cases, you really need to do your own research on what your blockchain of choice is best for, and then see if it fits the goals that you’ve fleshed out, earlier.<\/p>\n<h2>Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind it?<\/h2>\n<p>The fourth aspect that you need to consider when researching the best blockchain networks is <strong>whether or not the network has an avid and passionate community<\/strong>, and just how easy it is to navigate it.<\/p>\n<p>My favorite way to look at it is this: imagine that you’re an entry-level investor, and are not interested in any high-tier projects, or advanced blockchain functionality. Instead, you’re simply looking to invest in a network that has some great perspectives, and is attracting users with some unique features.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine that, in a situation like this, you encounter two blockchains - one that’s super-popular and well-established, and another that no one has even yet heard about, and that has very limited functionality.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Types of blockchains: Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind It?\" src=https://www.bitdegree.org/"https:////assets.bitdegree.org//crypto//storage//media//best_types_of_blockchains_05.o.jpg/" alt=\"Types of blockchains: Does the Blockchain Have a Strong Community Behind It?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"556\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>With the well-established blockchain<\/strong>, you are able to access multiple different projects, figure out what are the different types of tokens, and then trade them in a simple manner, since they are supported on multiple <a href=https://www.bitdegree.org/"//crypto//learn//crypto-terms//what-is-exchange/">exchanges. Besides, you can get all of your questions answered since the community forums are alive and well.<\/p>\n<p><strong>With the less-known blockchain<\/strong>, the situation is different. Everything’s sort of “up in the air”, there aren’t really any big-name projects being developed on it, and if you want to trade tokens, you’d need to use some sort of a complex, advanced swapping tool that’s only available within their ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>In a situation like this, it’s quite obvious that the well-known blockchain is the safer and easier pick! That being said, this does transition perfectly into my next point.<\/p>\n<h2>Avoiding Scams<\/h2>\n<p>So, up to this point, we’ve talked about the different aspects that you should look into when analyzing different types of blockchain protocols and networks. For step No. 5, you should also be able to look into and understand <strong>what a potentially-shady blockchain looks like<\/strong>, and learn to avoid it!<\/p>\n<p>Evidently, oftentimes, this isn’t a simple thing to do<em>. <\/em>But, there are some tell-tale signs to look out for. Many of these signs are actually the same as when analyzing cryptocurrency-powered projects, too!<\/p>\n<p><strong>For starters, you need to look into who created the blockchain network.<\/strong> Are the founders anonymous? If not, are they well-known and respected within the industry? Answers to these questions can really help you discard a big chunk of shady blockchain networks from your list!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Then, the fundamentals. <\/strong>Is the blockchain secure? Do the developers behind it apply all of the best-practices? What is the purpose behind the project - is there one, in general?<\/p>\n<p>After you figure all of that out, you’ll be able to move to some of the <strong>more-specific questions<\/strong> - project funding, roadmap, whitepaper, and so on. At the end of the day, follow your gut feeling - if something <em>*feels*<\/em> off, then it’s often better to stay safe and avoid the project.<\/p>\n<h2>Wrapping Up<\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we’ve covered some of the most important points that you need to look at when searching for and analyzing the best blockchain networks. You should now also be able to differentiate between great blockchains, as well as those that should be avoided, if you want to keep your funds safe!<\/p>","youtube_video":{"id":29,"channel_id":1,"sort":67,"video_title":"Best Types of Blockchains Revealed (5 Animated Rules)","description":"Best Types of Blockchains Revealed (5 Animated Rules)\n\nPicking and choosing from different types of blockchains can prove to be a rather difficult task, especially if you\u2019re new to the industry. There\u2019s a huge number of different blockchain types out there, all serving some specific purpose or use case.\n\nIn this video, I\u2019ll tell you all about the most important aspects to look into, when researching different types of blockchains. You will also learn how to avoid potential scams, and what are some of the most common red flags to watch out for. \n\nDo you know an awesome & unique blockchain network? 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