A beginner's guide to cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is just the first use of a technology called 'blockchain' that is slowly spreading into (and potentially shaking up) other pursuits, such as real estate, music and gaming.

A representation of the cryptocurrency Dogecoin is seen in this illustration taken November 29, 2021.

A representation of the cryptocurrency Dogecoin is seen in this illustration taken November 29, 2021.

(photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION/FILE PHOTO)

ByJON HEALEY/LOS ANGELES TIMES/TNS

DECEMBER 29, 2021 16:54

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