Griffin Mcshane

Griffin McShane is a New York transplant currently living in Brooklyn, NY. He is a graduate of Providence College, where he studied both computer science and business, and the University of Maine School of Law, where he earned his JD. Beyond his work writing for CoinDesk, Griffin has written the Inside Crypto newsletter for Jason Calacanis' Inside.com and is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). He does not hold a material amount of any cryptocurrency.

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What Is a Crypto Foundation?

These crypto organizations share a not-for-profit status but can have different goals and methods of supporting blockchain projects.

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Top 10 Challenges for Web2 Developers Entering Web3

A look at some of the top challenges for Web2 developers entering Web3 and tips for how to overcome them.

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What Is a Multisig Wallet?

Multisignature wallets require more than one private key and adds a layer of security to cryptocurrency asset storage.

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How to Become a Web3 Developer

Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your crypto journey or just looking to gain experience in an emerging field, there’s plenty of opportunity to break into Web3. Here are the tools and steps needed to become a Web3 developer.

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What Is dYdX? Understanding the Decentralized Crypto Exchange

The DEX was designed specifically for perpetual swaps and works differently than other DEXs such as Uniswap.

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Most Influential Blockchain Projects

A look at some of the most influential blockchain projects and how their roots in Ethereum led to emerging crypto sectors including DeFi, NFTs and DAOs.

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Let’s Get 'Phygital': Combining the Physical and Digital in Web3

The new portmanteau speaks to experiences that bridge the gap between the virtual and the real world, like sneakers that exist in both the metaverse and on your feet.

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What Are Utility NFTs?

This type of NFT links rewards and experiences to digital assets.

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How to Start Investing in Crypto on Popular Exchanges

For a majority of new crypto users, buying cryptocurrency for the first time will involve using a crypto exchange. Here’s what you need to know about the most popular options.

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Nifty Gateway NFT Marketplace: A Beginner’s Guide

The Gemini-owned marketplace is known for its high-end digital art and curated collections.

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