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40 articles for “blockchain” · clear
Proof of Work Explained
Proof of work explained simply: how mining secures blockchains like Bitcoin, why it uses energy, how difficulty adjusts, and its main risks and criticisms.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Blockchain Gaming Explained: How Web3 Games Work
Blockchain gaming explained: how on-chain items, tokens and play-to-earn work, what went wrong in past cycles, and the risks to check before you play or invest.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read
What Is a Blockchain and How Does It Work?
What is blockchain? A plain-English guide to blocks, hashes, nodes and consensus, with what blockchains are good at, where they fall short and key risks.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read
What Is Cryptocurrency? A Clear Beginner's Guide
What is cryptocurrency? A plain-English guide to how crypto works, what blockchains and wallets do, the main types of coins, and the real risks to know.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read