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A cryptocurrency, crypto-currency, or crypto is a collection of binary data which is designed to work as a medium of exchange. Individual coin ownership records are stored in a digital ledger, which is a computerized database using strong cryptography to secure transaction records, to control the creation of additional coins, and to verify the transfer of coin ownership.

From Bitcoin and Ethereum to Dogecoin and Tether, there are thousands of different cryptocurrencies, which can make it overwhelming when you’re first getting started in the world of crypto. To help you get your bearings, these are the top 10 cryptocurrencies based on their market capitalization or the total value of all of the coins currently in circulation:

– Bitcoin (BTC)
– Ethereum (ETH)
– Binance Coin (BNB)
– Tether (USDT)
– Solana (SOL)
– Cardano (ADA)
– U.S. Dollar Coin (USDC)
– XRP (XRP)
– Terra (LUNA)
– Polkadot (DOT)

You can buy cryptocurrencies through crypto exchanges, such as Coinbase, Kraken or Gemini. In addition, some brokerages, such as WeBull and Robinhood, also allow consumers to buy cryptocurrencies.