Megan DeMatteo

Megan DeMatteo is a service journalist currently based in New York City. In 2020, she helped launch CNBC Select, and she now writes for publications like CoinDesk, NextAdvisor, MoneyMade, and others. She is a contributing writer for CoinDesk’s Crypto for Advisors newsletter.

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Minting Your First NFT: A Beginner’s Guide to Creating an NFT

It took 12 hours and three different Apple devices, but this 30-something poet successfully minted her first NFT – and so can you. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating an NFT.

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NFT Scams: How to Avoid Falling Victim

With crypto-based scams becoming increasingly more sophisticated, it's easier than ever to fall for them. Here's how to keep your NFTs safe.

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Markets

An Advisor’s Guide to Altcoin Investing

Just like purchasing individual stocks, investing in altcoins requires research and knowing the crypto market well. Here’s what to look for.

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Markets

The Psychology of Meme Coins, From Actual Investors

Inside the appeal of meme coins, and how they become “real.”

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Finance

What Blockchain Projects Can Do for Social Good

There’s a natural intersection between impact investing and blockchain technology. Some blockchain startups are focused on making a positive social impact.

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Markets

The Top 5 Tax Tips for NFT Investors

NFTs have seen explosive growth this year, making it even more important for investors and advisors to prepare for tax season in 2022.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 12: CryptoPunk digital art non-fungible token (NFT) displayed on a digital billboard in Times Square on May 12, 2021 in New York City. The image is part of SaveArtSpace's "Pixelated" public art exhibition which will be displaying 193 of Larva Labs' CryptoPunks on phone booths, bus shelters, and billboards around New York City during the month of May. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced pandemic restrictions to be lifted on May 19.  (Photo by Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images)

Tech

An Advisor’s Guide to Popular Crypto Wallets

There will come a time when your clients will ask you about crypto investing. Be prepared to talk to them about crypto wallets.

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Markets

Not All Cryptos Are Scarce Like Bitcoin

For many cryptocurrencies and digital assets, scarcity is a key part of their value. But not all scarcity is created equal.

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Tech

Demystifying Blockchain for Your Clients

Blockchain technology is here to stay, so it’s important for advisors to understand it for their clients and practice.

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Markets

How Does Crypto Fit Into a Passive Investment Strategy?

And how should advisors approach it as an investment for their clients?

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