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Though any currency—digital or otherwise—is intended to provide a way to store and transfer value, the ethos behind crypto and the practical considerations of their implementation have set them apart from traditional money.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Fiat currencies are typically issued by a nations’ central bank as legal tender, and their value is assured by the authority of that government. Therefore, governments can affect the value of these currencies with legislation and policy—such as issuing (“printing”) money and adjusting interest rates.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>In creating \u003Ca href=\"/learn/cryptocurrency-guide/what-is-bitcoin-btc/\">Bitcoin\u003C/a>, \u003Ca href=\"/learn/people-profiles/satoshi-nakamoto/\">Satoshi Nakamoto\u003C/a> intended to provide an alternative to the traditional financial system.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Cryptocurrencies are typically components of \u003Ca href=\"/learn/blockchain/centralized-and-decentralized-networks/\">decentralized\u003C/a> networks. As programmable assets, they are not subject to the whims of governing bodies. Instead, coins like \u003Ca href=\"/markets/btc/usd/\">BTC\u003C/a> and \u003Ca href=\"/markets/eth/usd/\">ETH\u003C/a> have inherent characteristics that are controlled with computer code, which can only be changed with democratized governance and community development. Like equities or commodities, their value is largely driven by the market’s \u003Ca href=\"/learn/crypto-trading/what-determines-cryptocurrency-prices/\">supply and demand factors\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, the primary difference between fiat and crypto is the issuing party and its control over the asset. However, this has many downstream implications.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Advantages of cryptocurrency\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Most of the world’s major currencies are fiat ones, and their primary strength is their long history of supporting the global financial system. They underlie government debt, bank stability, payment rails, personal wealth, and more. As the world’s most popular reserve currency, the US dollar cements how value is defined and transacted across borders.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>However, many argue that fiat currencies suffer from inefficiencies. Governments are notoriously slow to incorporate new technologies, and traditional institutions’ reliance on intermediaries to transact with fiat takes both money and time to operate. This has translated into a system, for instance, in which cross-border (or even domestic) payments may take days to settle.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Powered by distributed ledger technology like the \u003Ca href=\"/learn/blockchain/what-is-a-blockchain/\">blockchain\u003C/a>, cryptocurrencies use differnt technology to bypass intermediaries and efficiently facilitate transactions between parties. In allowing users more direct control over their funds, value is retained, and transactions occur more quickly (in many cases instantaneously). Crypto’s other advantages come from transparency, decentralization, and programmability. Crypto, unlike cash, can be programmable and their code can help guarantee things like a fixed maximum supply, specific rates of \u003Ca href=\"/learn/crypto-trading/what-is-inflation/\">inflation\u003C/a> and even deflation, or even used to power \u003Ca href=\"/learn/crypto-101/what-are-smart-contracts/\">smart contracts\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Some of the advantageous features of cryptocurrencies also have their downside. For example, crypto’s natural transparency makes transactions at most \u003Cem>pseudonymous\u003C/em> and not \u003Cem>anonymous\u003C/em>. Furthermore, by subverting the traditional financial system, in most cases they can’t be used for many of the ways fiat currency can be used—like paying for taxes or taking out a mortgage.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Digital currency comparison\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>There are three main types of digital currencies, all with slightly different features.\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"/learn/crypto-101/crypto-coins-vs-tokens/\">\u003Cstrong>Coins\u003C/strong>\u003C/a> are native cryptocurrencies on a blockchain, like BTC and ETH on Bitcoin and \u003Ca href=\"/learn/cryptocurrency-guide/what-is-ethereum-eth/\">Ethereum\u003C/a>. They are how networks are secured and maintain their operations, in addition to their roles as financial tools.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Tokens\u003C/strong> are blockchain-based cryptocurrencies that are used for purposes other than securing and running decentralized networks. For example, \u003Ca href=\"/learn/crypto-101/what-is-erc20/\">ERC-20\u003C/a> tokens on Ethereum can be associated with specific decentralized applications or smart contracts.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are digital assets issued and controlled by governments.\u003C/strong> Unlike cryptocurrencies and tokens, and they can be considered simply as “digital cash.” They may be blockchain-based and programmable like crypto coins and tokens, but they are centralized.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch2>Cryptocurrency Risks\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>While cryptocurrencies offer exciting possibilities, they also come with unique risks that differ from traditional currencies:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Volatility:\u003C/strong> Crypto prices can experience extreme fluctuations in short periods, leading to substantial gains or losses. This volatility can make crypto a risky investment, especially for those seeking stability.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Limited Recourse:\u003C/strong> Unlike bank deposits often protected by government insurance, crypto assets aren't typically insured. If an exchange fails or your wallet is hacked, recovering your funds can be difficult or impossible.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Security Risks:\u003C/strong> Cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges can be vulnerable to hacking and theft. Protecting your private keys and choosing secure platforms is essential.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Regulatory Uncertainty:\u003C/strong> The regulatory landscape for crypto is still evolving, creating uncertainty and potential risks for investors and businesses. Changes in regulations could impact the value and usability of your crypto assets.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Scams and Fraud:\u003C/strong> The crypto space is rife with scams, from fraudulent projects to phishing attacks. It's crucial to do your own research and be cautious about where you invest your money.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>It's important to weigh these risks carefully before investing in cryptocurrency. While the potential rewards can be significant, so too are the potential downsides. 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