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The History of HODL

“HODL,” one of the most frequently used terms in the cryptocurrency world, originated years ago from a typo.

By Hoa NguyenFeb 2, 2019

The term "HODL" is crypto-industry slang for the practice of holding tokens for the long term.

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Crypto 2018 Was a Tale Told By An Idiot – But It Doesn't Have to Signify Nothing

Culturally broken? A frustrated crypto entrepreneur argues 2018 was a money grab filled with broken promises.

By James GreavesDec 13, 2018

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