What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?

What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?

This special feature covers the risks of investing in cryptocurrency, explaining common challenges such as market volatility, security vulnerabilities, regulatory uncertainties, and potential scams. It also provides analysis of risk management strategies and mitigation techniques, helping readers gain a clear understanding of how to navigate the crypto market safely.

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Crypto CFD Trading Benefits and Risks: Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Crypto CFD Trading Benefits and Risks: Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin
Crypto CFD Trading Benefits and Risks: Cryptocurrency trading has gained immense popularity, particularly through the use of Contracts for Difference (CFDs).
2025-10-30 15:03
German Political Party Proposes National Bitcoin Reserve to Counter Inflation Risks German Political Party Proposes National Bitcoin Reserve to Counter Inflation Risks
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has put forward a proposal urging the government to treat Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset — a move that, if ever adopted, would place Europe’s largest economy on an entirely new monetary trajectory.
2025-10-29 23:24
Warren and Sanders warn Trump’s retirement order could expose savers to crypto and private equity risks
Senator Elizabeth Warren, a Democrat, and Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent, say President Donald Trump’s executive order could harm everyday savers. The order, signed in August, makes it easier for companies to add private equity, cryptocurrency, an
2025-10-29 23:21
AI Agents and Crypto Wallets: Understanding the Safety Risks
Artificial intelligence agents are now gaining the ability to control cryptocurrency wallets and make payments on their own.
2025-10-30 04:24
Zcash Price Forecast: ZEC faces correction risks as retail activity rises, momentum weakens Zcash Price Forecast: ZEC faces correction risks as retail activity rises, momentum weakens
Zcash (ZEC) price trades in red below $330 at the time of writing on Tuesday, showing early signs of cooling after a sharp rally earlier in the week. The privacy-focused cryptocurrency, onchain data shows a rise in retail activity, a trend often linked to
2025-10-29 11:36
Bank Of Korea Calls For Bank-Issued Stablecoins To Prevent Financial Risks Bank Of Korea Calls For Bank-Issued Stablecoins To Prevent Financial Risks
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has urged lawmakers to adopt a bank-led model for stablecoin issuance ahead of the upcoming regulatory framework, warning that Korean Won (KRW)-pegged tokens could “repeat past monetary failures.” Related Reading: Crypto Wins Legal
2025-10-29 11:36
Canada faces risks from unregulated U.S. stablecoins
Canada is expediting the regulation of stablecoins to prevent capital outflow and strengthen its financial sovereignty.
2025-10-28 10:14
Pundit Says XRP Price Risks Crash Below $1, Here’s Why Pundit Says XRP Price Risks Crash Below $1, Here’s Why
Crypto analyst Bobby A is warning that the XRP price may face trouble soon. He says the large monthly chart is showing weak signs, and this could mean the market is turning bearish again. The analyst
2025-10-28 10:19
Restaking Crypto Explained: Working, Benefits & Risks Restaking Crypto Explained: Working, Benefits & Risks
Explore how restaking crypto boosts rewards using staked assets. Learn how it works, its benefits, and the hidden risks behind this rising DeFi trend.
2025-10-27 20:48
3 Altcoins Facing Major Liquidation Risks in the Last Week of October 3 Altcoins Facing Major Liquidation Risks in the Last Week of October
The market enters the final week of October dominated by two major narratives: AI Agents and Privacy. As a result, several altcoins in these sectors face significant liquidation risks if prices move a
2025-10-28 11:26
Bitcoin Developers Debate BIP-444 to Combat Spam and Data Risks Bitcoin Developers Debate BIP-444 to Combat Spam and Data Risks
A new proposal, BIP-444, calls for a temporary soft fork to restrict arbitrary data on Bitcoin, igniting debate over censorship and network security.
2025-10-27 11:42
AI web browsers open the door to unseen security risks
AI browsers like Atlas from OpenAI and Comet from Perplexity promise convenience. But they come with major cybersecurity risks, forming a new playground for hackers.
2025-10-27 09:43
Bessent dismisses Wall Street’s market risks warnings in push for Trump’s policies
Scott Bessent, the hedge fund manager from South Carolina, now serving as Donald Trump’s Treasury secretary, has fired back at Wall Street’s constant complaining. Speaking from his office overlooking the White House, Scott said the administration’s goal i
2025-10-27 11:52
Using AI chatbots for personal advice poses “insidious risks,” a recent study shows
Turning to AI chatbots that were designed to assist with every question and personal dilemmas may pose “insidious risks” as they may be quietly shaping how people see themselves and others, but not for the better. A new study has discovered that the techn
2025-10-25 10:04
Bitcoin Year-End Target Reduced to $130K by Galaxy Citing Tariff Risks and Institutional Shift Bitcoin Year-End Target Reduced to $130K by Galaxy Citing Tariff Risks and Institutional Shift
Galaxy cuts Bitcoin target to $130K as tariff fears and institutional shift reshape market dynamics
2025-10-25 04:32
BIS warns about risks of stablecoin yield products 'exposing users' to losses BIS warns about risks of stablecoin yield products 'exposing users' to losses
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) warned on the risk of stablecoin yield products and called for stricter regulations.
2025-10-25 10:52
XRP Price Correction Risks Grow as Token Approaches Overvaluation XRP Price Correction Risks Grow as Token Approaches Overvaluation
XRP has failed to register a meaningful recovery in recent days, despite broader market attempts at stabilization. The altcoin’s recent movement indicates growing weakness, with its momentum fading as
2025-10-24 09:58
Beyond the Whitepaper: How BlockDAG’s Live Testnet Proves its Revolutionary Power & De-Risks Your Investment Decision Beyond the Whitepaper: How BlockDAG’s Live Testnet Proves its Revolutionary Power & De-Risks Your Investment Decision
Explore how BlockDAG sets a new standard with its live Awakening Testnet. Discover why this 'proof, not promises' approach de-risks ...
2025-10-22 19:13
Solana Price Forecast: SOL risks 6% dip amid low user engagement, falling retail demand  Solana Price Forecast: SOL risks 6% dip amid low user engagement, falling retail demand 
Solana (SOL) is edging lower, trading at around $185 at the time of writing on Tuesday.
2025-10-22 11:10
Trader Machi Big Brother risks multi-million-dollar ETH liquidations
Jeffrey “Machi Big Brother” Huang faces millions in potential Ethereum losses after expanding highly leveraged long positions on Hyperliquid.
2025-10-21 18:31
40 Days Of Deadlock: US Shutdown Risks ETF Delay Amid Soaring Demand 40 Days Of Deadlock: US Shutdown Risks ETF Delay Amid Soaring Demand
The US federal funding lapse has stretched on, creating new delays for regulatory decisions tied to crypto products. According to reports, the shutdown has lasted beyond 40 days in some scenarios used by market forecasters, and reduced staffing at federal
2025-10-19 13:12
Wall Street deals with circular money machine risks as AI firms fund demand boom
Wall Street is facing a strange kind of storm, where the same companies behind the AI boom are also now funding the very demand that brings them profits, and it is starting to look less like collaboration and more like a circular money machine. We’re not
2025-10-20 09:32
Sentinel Global founder warns stablecoins mirror CBDC risks
Jeremy Kranz warned that privately issued stablecoins carry the same risks as CBDCs, plus their own unique dangers.
2025-10-19 14:24
Analyst Warns Solana Price Risks Major Breakdown, Should Investors Worry? Analyst Warns Solana Price Risks Major Breakdown, Should Investors Worry?
As Solana’s (SOL) price attempts to hold a crucial support area, an analyst has warned investors that the highly anticipated “Solana season” might not happen as the altcoin risks a massive
2025-10-18 18:37
Bank of Canada to focus on risks before rate decision
The Governor of the Bank of Canada, Tiff Macklem, revealed that the Bank intends to shift its focus towards potential risks that may arise when making decisions regarding interest rates later this month.
2025-10-18 10:48
BNB Price Retreats After Rally — More Downside Risks On The Horizon BNB Price Retreats After Rally — More Downside Risks On The Horizon
BNB price is consolidating losses below the $1,200 zone. The price is now facing hurdles near $1,250 and might start another decline in the near term. BNB price is correcting gains and traded below
2025-10-17 13:56
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP downside risks escalate as traders reduce exposure  Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP downside risks escalate as traders reduce exposure 
Bitcoin (BTC) is declining for the third consecutive day, trading around $110,500 at the time of writing on Thursday. The drawdown follows the largest deleveraging event in the history of the cryptocurrency industry on Friday, which continues to drag sent
2025-10-17 11:05
Bitcoin Cash Price Forecast: BCH risks drop to $450 amid rising profit-taking, bearish market signals Bitcoin Cash Price Forecast: BCH risks drop to $450 amid rising profit-taking, bearish market signals
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) trades in red below $520 at the time of writing on Thursday, after facing rejection from a previously broken trendline earlier this week. Rising profit-taking activity and bearish derivatives data indicate that selling pressure may pers
2025-10-17 11:18
Paxos Draws NYDFS Attention As $300 Trillion Minting Error Exposes Stablecoin Risks Paxos Draws NYDFS Attention As $300 Trillion Minting Error Exposes Stablecoin Risks
The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) confirmed today that Paxos, the issuer of PayPal USD (PYUSD), accidentally minted $300 trillion worth of unbacked stablecoins on October 15, 2025.
2025-10-18 17:25
Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH risks drop to $3,500 amid Ethereum Foundation's deposit into DeFi protocol Morpho Ethereum Price Forecast: ETH risks drop to $3,500 amid Ethereum Foundation's deposit into DeFi protocol Morpho
Ethereum (ETH) declines by 3% on Wednesday despite the Ethereum Foundation's (EF) announcement that it will deposit millions of dollars worth of ETH into the DeFi lending protocol Morpho.
2025-10-16 10:09