Learn how to navigate stablecoins, payments, and crypto like a pro.
Smart contracts are the reason crypto apps can execute swaps, staking, and minting. They’re not “smart” in the flexible sense. They’re programs that run exactly as written. That consistency is powerful, but it also means bugs, bad inputs, and oracle failures can produce irreversible outcomes.
New to crypto? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the 15 most important crypto basics, from blockchain and wallets to stablecoins and security, so you can understand how crypto works and get started with confidence.
Not all USD stablecoins are the same in 2026. Some are built for payments, others for trading or yield. This guide breaks down USDC, USDT, USDe, and more to help you choose based on how they work, where they’re supported, and how they behave under real-world conditions.
Funding your KAST card can feel inconsistent at first: a transfer says “sent,” your balance does not update, or the final amount is slightly different. Once you know which route you are using, you can predict timing, fees, and the most common failure points.
Daily rewards can look insignificant, especially when your balance only moves by cents. But that small change is where compounding starts: rewards added back into your balance increase the base for the next reward. Over time, repetition creates acceleration, even if growth looks flat at the start.
Moving money globally still runs on old constraints: cutoffs, intermediaries, and slow settlement. Onchain treasury changes that by using stablecoins to move dollar value 24/7 with clearer visibility into balances. This guide explains what changes and what the risks are.
A multisig wallet adds an extra layer of security by requiring multiple approvals before funds can move. Learn how multi-signature wallets work, why they’re safer, and when to use one.
A crypto wallet doesn’t actually store your crypto, it gives you access to it. In this guide, learn how crypto wallets work, the different types available, and how to choose the right one while keeping your funds secure.
KAST and Crypto.com Visa Card both let you spend crypto, but the experience differs in how balances are funded, rewards are structured, and fees apply. This guide breaks down real-world costs, including FX, withdrawals, and tier-based benefits.
A USDC debit card lets you spend stablecoins while merchants receive fiat. This guide explains how it works, what fees come from each layer, common problems like pending transactions or wrong network transfers, and how to use USDC reliably in everyday payments.
Slippage in crypto is the difference between the price you expect and the price your trade actually executes at. It usually happens because markets move quickly or because there isn’t enough liquidity at the quoted price to fill the entire order.
APR and APY often look interchangeable, but they measure interest differently. APR is the annual rate before compounding, while APY is the annual return after compounding is included. This guide breaks down the definitions, gives an example, and explains how these mechanics show up in KAST Earn.
Crypto scams are becoming more sophisticated as cryptocurrency adoption grows. This guide explains the most common cryptocurrency scams, how they work, and the warning signs to watch for so you can protect your assets.
Once a transaction is confirmed on the blockchain, it becomes part of a permanent public record and cannot be reversed. This article explains how crypto transactions are processed, why they are irreversible, and the key steps you can take to avoid costly mistakes when sending cryptocurrency.
Using KAST across Mexico and Latin America showed me how simple managing money across borders can actually be. By connecting crypto, SPEI transfers, and everyday card spending, KAST turns digital income into practical financial tools that work anywhere.
Choosing a crypto card is not just about where it is accepted. It is about how your balance is handled before you tap, and when your fees show up. This comparison breaks down KAST vs Bitget Card in 2026, focusing on per-purchase costs, FX charges, spending limits, and ATM rules.
Ordering food in a new country should be simple, but delivery apps often reject foreign cards at checkout. This guide explains what tends to break, what usually works instead, and how to make checkout feel normal again while traveling.
Public Wi‑Fi is not automatically dangerous, but it changes the risk for anything involving money or account access. This guide explains the most common hotel Wi‑Fi traps, like lookalike networks and fake login pages. You will get a clear rule of thumb for what is fine to do on public Wi‑Fi.
A no‑KYC crypto card often means you skipped verification, not that the system did. Here’s why these programs fail, and what “reliable” really requires.
If prices rise faster than your money grows, purchasing power quietly erodes. This guide explains how inflation works and walks through the main ways people keep up with it using both fiat and crypto. You will see how tools like index funds, bonds, commodities, and stablecoin yield generate returns.
Simple explanations of common crypto terms.
XRP is a digital asset native to the XRP Ledger, a blockchain designed for fast, low-cost value transfers, created by RippleLabs.
In crypto, a joint account typically refers to a wallet structure where multiple parties share control over the same funds.
A zero-knowledge proof is a cryptographic method that lets one party prove to another that a statement is true without revealing the underlying information itself.
