FunGibleTom

Many people think that mining crypto at home is no longer possible, but that's not entirely true. Yes, you can't mine Bitcoin on a home PC, but there are other coins that can actually be mined on a regular computer if you know how to mine on a PC correctly.
The simplest way is to choose a cryptocurrency that doesn't require expensive equipment. Let's start with Dogecoin (DOGE). It's funny that this coin started as a meme, but Elon Musk popularized it, and now it has a serious audience. The difference between DOGE and Bitcoin is that new coins are added every year, and there isn't a strict limi

If you’re just starting to get into crypto, honestly I’ll tell you—it’s pretty hard without good literature. I went through it myself and noticed that the right cryptocurrency books can really change how you understand the topic.
Let’s start with the classics. Nathaniel Popper’s “Digital Gold” from The New York Times is literally the story of Bitcoin told like an adventure. You don’t need to be a programmer to understand why people believed in the idea of a decentralized currency in the first place. Popper explains well that money isn’t just a medium of exchange, but an instrument of power. An

Remember when in 2021 everyone suddenly started adding red laser beams to their avatars? It was one of the funniest crypto memes I’ve ever seen. People called it the laser eyes meme, and this trend wave took over the entire Twitter.
The idea was simple: the red eyes meme symbolized belief in Bitcoin and its path to $100,000. Those who added laser beams to their photos demonstrated that they were true bulls in the market and believed in long-term growth of BTC. Such people often referred to themselves as diamond hands holders — meaning they weren’t planning to sell and intended to keep accumula

I noticed an interesting pattern in how people approach market analysis. Everyone talks about the importance of higher timeframes, but in reality, most only look at what’s happening right now. This is worth discussing in more detail, especially if you’re trading Bitcoin.
Let’s figure out what a timeframe is in the first place. Essentially, it’s just a time interval in which price data is grouped. The higher the timeframe, the more important it is supposed to be. But psychology works against this rule—people care much more about here and now than about the long-term picture.
Why do most lose mo

Recently, I noticed one of the most interesting transformations in global geopolitics—and it’s happening in Africa. Ibrahim Traoré, the president of Burkina Faso, at 36 years old, is doing what seemed impossible just a few years ago.
This guy is not just a politician—he’s a geologist and a former artillery officer who has seen it all firsthand. He’s seen terrorism take over the Sahel, witnessed poverty, seen foreign troops everywhere, but nothing changes. And he started asking questions no one wanted to hear: why isn’t billions of aid solving the problems? Why do foreign troops only worsen ins

Yesterday I had a dream that a snake bit me on the hand, and I’ve been thinking about it all day. Do you know what it means to dream of a snake bite? There are so many conflicting interpretations online—some say it’s a warning, others say it signifies change. Maybe my brain is just processing stress? Or should I really pay attention to some signals? I wonder if anyone has had a similar dream and what happened afterward. I don’t fully believe in these interpretations, but I still feel a little anxious 😅

I just tracked the movement of one of the most significant military assets on the planet. USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest aircraft carrier in the world, is about to arrive at Souda Bay in Crete. This is not just another deployment — it’s a serious signal of positioning in the Eastern Mediterranean.
The deck is fully staffed, the air wing is ready, and now this titan is sailing past Crete. When you look at the specifications of this ship, you realize the scale. The world’s largest aircraft carrier with a full combat crew — it’s not just a display of power, it’s a statement of the ability to res

I've noticed that many beginners in crypto trading spend a lot of time searching for the right tool. And then it turns out they simply didn't know what to pay attention to. So I decided to share my observations.
If you're serious about cryptocurrency trading, you can't do without a proper trading terminal. It's not just a program — it's your main assistant in the market. Through it, you see charts, manage positions, set automatic orders, and most importantly, control risks. When I first started, I didn't have a terminal — I just logged into the exchange and traded. Now I realize how many mista

Recently, I noticed that many newcomers to crypto trading get lost when choosing analysis tools. Honestly, without the right indicators, it's nearly impossible to make informed decisions in such a volatile market. Let's break down which ones actually work and why.
Let's start with moving averages — they are fundamental. The simple moving average (MA) shows the average price over a selected period, say 50 days. This provides a good overall trend. But the exponential moving average (EMA) is more interesting because it gives more weight to recent data. In the crypto market, EMA often detects reve

I've noticed that the crypto community is constantly discussing retro drops as a way to earn without investment. Honestly, this trend has real foundations.
It all started with Uniswap, when they released UNI and distributed tokens to users simply for using their DEX. In 2021, during the bull run, the price of UNI soared above $40, and people catching these retro drops earned thousands. Since then, it has become mainstream.
Now every other crypto enthusiast tries to maximize their chances of a drop: creating multiple wallets, trading on different DEXes, minting NFTs—all in anticipation of an up

You know, I've been in crypto for a long time and I see the same pattern: every day new tokens appear that promise the moon but have no real foundation. This is what they call a shitcoin.
How can you recognize it? I've identified a few red flags for myself.
First, if the project has no value. No innovation, no functionality that solves real problems. Often, it's just a copy of a successful project, but without any improvements. Just a renamed version.
Second, promises. If you're told you'll definitely get rich, that there's no risk at all, or that it's a revolution that will change the industr

Guys, I just came across a wave of posts claiming that Elon Musk is supposedly preparing a phone to compete with the iPhone. There are videos, renders, release dates everywhere... But wait, this is clearly a fake! Turns out, it's just a concept from some design studio from 2021 that spread across the internet. A bunch of websites started copying this story from each other, and now half of the internet thinks that a Tesla phone is already in development. I checked — neither Tesla nor Musk himself have ever announced anything like that. These are just rumors that have been blown up many times ov

I noticed an interesting trend in the crypto community — more and more people are switching to non-custodial wallets. And that's the right move because history has shown us that holding assets on an exchange is risky. Remember Mt. Gox and FTX? Exactly. So I decided to explore which non-custodial wallets are truly worth attention in 2026.
The most important thing about self-custody is full control. No intermediaries, no third parties who could lose your assets. You hold the keys yourself, you are responsible for security. Sounds responsible? Yes. But this is exactly what you need for serious po

I've noticed that more and more traders are talking about how to automate their strategies. And this is where what many call a trading robot comes into play — essentially, computer programs that operate based on pre-set algorithms and execute trades without our involvement. It sounds convenient, but let’s figure out what it actually is and how it works.
A trading robot analyzes vast amounts of market data — prices, volumes, trends — and executes trades based on the rules you set. It can work with technical indicators like moving averages or more complex mathematical models. The main advantage:

I just learned about the Jho Low case—it's truly a wild story that shows how reality can be crazier than movies. The guy disappeared for years, and then he was allegedly found in Shanghai, living in a mansion under a fake Australian passport.
For those who aren’t in the know: Jho Low was the chief architect of one of the biggest financial scandals—this refers to the theft of nearly $4.5 billion from the Malaysian fund 1MDB. The money went to yachts, paintings, luxury real estate, and even financed the film “The Wolf of Wall Street.” Remember how Leonardo DiCaprio thanked him at the Golden Glob

I just learned an interesting fact about James Cameron. It turns out his net worth has reached $1.1 billion according to Forbes, and he has officially joined the billionaire club. This is quite a rare achievement for a director.
In the history of cinema, only five directors have managed to accumulate such wealth. Besides Cameron, there are George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, and Tyler Perry. But Cameron stands out among them because he earned his fortune primarily through filmmaking itself, not from side projects.
His films have grossed nearly $9 billion worldwide. And it's not just

I've encountered this question many times from beginners: which type of margin should I choose for trading? Let's clarify this, because the choice between cross margin and isolated margin can significantly impact your results.
Cross margin works like this: your entire balance in the margin account becomes a safety net for all open positions simultaneously. If one trade starts to incur losses, the system automatically uses available funds to support it. At first glance, this sounds like protection, and in a way, it is.
That's why cross margin appeals to experienced traders: the risk of liquidat

I've noticed that many beginners get confused between maker and taker terms on exchanges. In reality, it's quite simple once you understand.
When you place a new order on the market — you're a maker. You're essentially creating liquidity, giving other traders the opportunity to trade with you. Usually, the exchange charges a maker fee, which is often lower than the taker fee. The logic is straightforward — the exchange encourages people to add liquidity.
A taker, on the other hand, is someone who takes an existing order from the order book. You see someone else's order and execute it immediate

You know, I recently remembered the story of Pepe the Frog and realized that it’s much deeper than just a sad meme. It all started in 2005 when artist Matt Fury drew her in his comic. Then, in one issue, Pepe says "Feels good, man" at the most awkward moment — and that became the first meme.
And then the most interesting part — in 2008, the frog appeared on 4chan, and people started actively remixing her. Sad Pepe, Smug Pepe, Feels Bad Man — there are so many variations that Pepe the Frog became a symbol of virtually any emotional state. Sadness, loneliness, anger, happiness — all through the