Set up a Bitcoin wallet (for beginners)

 

 

 

  

 Choose Your Wallet Type


Mobile Wallet – easy and fast (e.g., Trust Wallet, Blue Wallet)

Desktop Wallet – for PC/laptop (e.g., Electrum, Exodus)

Hardware Wallet – safest option (e.g., Ledger, Trezor)

Web Wallet / Exchange– beginner-friendly (e.g., Coinbase, Binance)

 

 Download & Install

Go to the official website or app store.

Install the wallet on your phone or computer.

Create a new wallet (tap “Create New” or “Get Started”).

 

 Backup & Secure

You’ll receive a recovery phrase (12–24 secret words).

Write it down on paper — never store it online.

Set a strong password and enable 2FA (if available).

 

 

 Get Your Bitcoin Address
 

Inside the wallet, tap “Receive” → you’ll see your Bitcoin address (starts with “bc1” or “1”).

 This is what others use to send you Bitcoin.

 

 Add or Send Bitcoin
 

Add funds:Buy Bitcoin on an exchange and send it to your address.

Send Bitcoin: Tap “Send”, enter recipient’s address, amount, and confirm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Any relationship between Bitcoin and 3I/ATLAS (an interstellar comet)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I found regarding any relationship between Bitcoin and 3I/ATLAS (an interstellar comet). Short answer: no, there is no known relationship between them. I’ll explain what each is and why there’s no connection.

 

 

 What is 3I/ATLAS

3I/ATLAS (also written 3I/ATLAS) is an interstellar comet  meaning it came from outside our Solar System

It was discovered via the survey telescope system called ATLAS (Asteroid Terrestrial‑impact Last Alert System) in Chile on July 1 2025.

 Its designation “3I” means the third interstellar object known to pass through our Solar System.  “ATLAS” because of the detection system.

 It follows a hyperbolic orbit, so it’s not bound to the Sun and will exit the Solar System again.

 Astronomers are studying it because of its unusual composition (for example, a high CO₂ to water ratio) and the insight it gives into other star systems.
 

 What is Bitcoin
 

 Stock market information for Bitcoin (BTC)
 

Bitcoin is a crypto in the CRYPTO market.

The price is 107918.0 USD currently with a change of -2479.00 USD (-0.02%) from the previous close.

The intraday high is 111184.0 USD and the intraday low is 107525.0 USD.

-Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency, a digital asset used for value transfer, decentralized via blockchain technology.
- It is financial / digital / technological in nature  related to payments, finance, economics.

 

 

Relationship (or lack thereof)
 

 One is a space object, the other is a digital financial asset  their domains are entirely separate (astronomy vs finance/technology).

There is no scientific, financial, or causal linkage reported between 3I/ATLAS and Bitcoin.

No research or credible source suggests that 3I/ATLAS has anything to do with Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, or financial markets.

If someone is making a claim linking the two, it would appear speculative or metaphorical rather than factual.

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Why Bitcoin Is Valuable ( The Power Behind Digital Gold )

 

 

When people first hear about Bitcoin, the common question is

It’s just digital code — why does it have value.

The answer lies in a mix of technology, scarcity, trust, and global demand. Let’s break it down.

 

 Limited Supply (Only 21 Million Bitcoins)

Unlike traditional money, which governments can print endlessly, Bitcoin has a fixed supply of 21 million coins and no one can change that.

This scarcity is similar to gold: when something is limited and in demand, its value rises over time.
Every four years, a process called halving reduces the new supply of Bitcoin, making it rarer  and therefore, more valuable.

 

 Decentralization and Independence

Bitcoin isn’t controlled by any government, bank, or corporation.
That independence is valuable because it protects users from inflation, corruption, and financial restrictions.

It’s a people’s currency, powered by math and computers  not politics.
In a world where paper money loses value, Bitcoin stands out as a borderless, censorship-resistant asset.

 

 

 Trust Through Technology

Bitcoin’s network runs on the blockchain, a transparent public ledger that records every transaction ever made.
Because it’s open-source and verified by thousands of computers worldwide, no one can cheat, forge, or double-spend coins.
That trust built through technology, not institutions is a major reason Bitcoin holds real value.

 

 

. Global Demand and Adoption

Millions of people, from traders to long-term investors, believe in Bitcoin’s potential.
Major companies, payment platforms, and even governments now accept or invest in it.
This growing demand gives Bitcoin a real-world market price, often seen as a store of value like digital gold.



Protection Against Inflation

When fiat currencies (like the rupee or dollar) lose value due to inflation, Bitcoin can act as a hedge a way to preserve purchasing power.
Because Bitcoin can’t be inflated or manipulated by central banks, it becomes a safe haven for people looking to protect their wealth long-term.

 Easy to Transfer and Store

Unlike gold or cash, Bitcoin can move across borders in minutes no shipping, no banks, no limits.
It’s portable, divisible (you can own 0.0001 BTC), and stored securely in a digital wallet.
This makes it both practical for daily use and valuable as a modern asset.



 Community and Belief

Ultimately, value is created when people believe something has worth like art, gold, or currency.
Bitcoin’s global community believes in a future where money is free, open, and digital.
That shared belief, combined with real-world utility, gives Bitcoin enduring strength.





Bitcoin is valuable because it is
 

Limited in supply

Trusted by design

Independent from control

Useful for borderless transactions

 

How Bitcoin Works ( The Technology Behind Digital Money )

 

 

 

 

Bitcoin is often called digital gold, but it’s much more than that  it’s a revolutionary technology that allows people to send and receive money anywhere in the world without needing a bank. To understand how it works, let’s break it down step by step.



Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency meaning it is not controlled by any government, company, or bank. It was created in 2009 by an unknown person or group under the name Satoshi Nakamoto. Instead of physical coins, Bitcoin exists as a record on a global public ledger called the blockchain.

 

 

 Blockchain  Bitcoin’s Digital Record Book

Imagine a notebook that everyone in the world can see, but no one can erase or cheat. That’s the blockchain.
It’s a public, transparent database that records every Bitcoin transaction ever made.
Each page of this notebook is called a block, and when one page fills up, it’s linked to the previous one forming a continuous chain of blocks, hence the name blockchain.

This chain is maintained by thousands of computers around the world, known as nodes, which verify and record every transaction.

 Mining How New Bitcoins Are Created

To keep the system secure, Bitcoin uses a process called mining.

Miners are people (or companies) who use powerful computers to solve complex mathematical puzzles. When they solve one, they earn the right to add a new block of transactions to the blockchain and they receive new Bitcoins as a reward.

This is how new Bitcoins are created and how the system stays honest, since cheating would require controlling most of the network’s computing power something nearly impossible.
 

 

 Wallets ( Where You Keep Your Bitcoin )

Since Bitcoin is digital, you don’t store it in your pocket  you store it in a digital wallet.
A wallet has two keys.

Whoever controls the private key controls the Bitcoin so keeping it safe is critical.
Wallets can be online (mobile apps, exchanges) or offline (hardware wallets for maximum security).

Transactions – How Bitcoin Moves

When you send Bitcoin, your wallet creates a digital message that says, “I’m sending 0.01 BTC to this address.”
That message is signed using your private key and broadcast to the network.
Miners then verify it, include it in a block, and once confirmed, the transaction becomes permanent and irreversible.
No middlemen, no banks, no extra fees  just peer-to-peer digital money.
 

 

Why Bitcoin Matters

Bitcoin represents freedom from traditional financial systems. It allows people to store and transfer value without needing permission from banks or governments.
It’s also limited in supply  only 21 million Bitcoins will ever exist, making it a deflationary currency (its value may increase over time as supply becomes scarce).

For countries like India, where digital payments are booming, Bitcoin introduces a new chapter global, borderless money that can empower individuals and businesses alike.



Bitcoin works through a simple yet powerful idea: trust the code, not the middleman.

By combining cryptography, mathematics, and decentralization, Bitcoin has built the foundation for a financial system that’s open to everyone and controlled by no one.

Bitcoin for Beginners Understanding the Digital Gold of the Future

 

 

 

The world of money is changing faster than ever  and at the center of this financial revolution stands Bitcoin, a digital currency that challenges everything we know about banks, transactions, and value. For many in India, the idea of turning a simple ₹500 into crypto feels both exciting and confusing. That’s exactly where this journey begins  understanding what Bitcoin truly is, why it was created, and how it could redefine the future of wealth.


What is Bitcoin and how does it actually work?

Why people call it “digital gold.”

How Bitcoin differs from traditional money (the Rupee).

The safest way to start your first Bitcoin journey in India.

Back in 2009, when the mysterious creator known as Satoshi Nakamoto launched Bitcoin, few believed a line of code could become one of the world’s most valuable assets. But Bitcoin isn’t just about price it’s about freedom, decentralization, and trust in a digital world where central banks no longer control everything.

Today, over 100 million people hold Bitcoin and thousands more join every day, learning how to store, trade, and use it. Whether you’re a student, investor, or someone simply curious about digital money, understanding Bitcoin is your first step into the future of finance.



In this beginner’s guide, we’ll break down Bitcoin step by step   no tech jargon, no financial hype  just clear, honest answers to help you move from Rupee to Crypto with confidence.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Today’s Gold Price 01/11/2025 4.04 PM

 

 

 

 

 

Today’s Gold Price

In India, the price of 24-carat gold is around ₹ 12,328 per gram, and 22-carat gold is about ₹ 11,300 per gram.

Globally, spot gold is trading at roughly US $4,100 per troy ounce, with a year-on-year rise of nearly 100%. 

Gold remains underpinned by a combination of inflationary pressures, geopolitical risk, central bank buying and a weaker US dollar — all factors that strengthen gold’s appeal as a safe-haven asset.


One-Year Outlook for Gold

Looking ahead, most analyst forecasts remain bullish , though with caveats. Some key forecasts:
 

J.P. Morgan projects gold could average US $5,055 per ounce by late 2026

Morgan Stanley sees it rising to around US $4,400 per ounce by end-2026.

 

Goldman Sachs has a baseline target of US $4,000 by mid-2026, with higher potential if major macro risks unfold. 

On the conservative end, some forecasters warn of flat or slightly lower near-term prices if interest rates stay high and investor risk appetite returns. 

 For an investor in India, this could imply the rupee/gram gold rate may cross ₹ 13,000-₹ 14,000 per gram (24 K) over the next 12 months assuming global USD gold moves higher and the rupee does not strengthen significantly.

 

Future of  Gold & Crypto

Gold     Often seen as a hedge against inflation, currency devaluation and systemic risk. It doesn’t provide yield, so its attractiveness depends heavily on macro-conditions                                                           (like low interest rates, weak dollar, central bank buying).

Cryptocurrency     These are digital assets built on blockchain technology, typically decentralized and not backed by a central bank. They have very high volatility, speculative demand and significant regulatory and technology risks. For example, the Reserve Bank of India has repeatedly flagged cryptocurrencies as a risk to monetary stability. 

Gold tends to be a store of value in turbulent times crypto is more of a speculative asset with high upside and high risk. For prudent investing, many advisers suggest allocating only a modest portion to crypto, and keeping traditional safe-assets like gold as part of a diversified portfolio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Russia Moves Toward Legal Crypto Exchanges as Regulation Tightens 12:01 31/10/2025

 

 

 

 

 

Russia’s central bank has signaled a formal pivot toward regulating crypto trading platforms, as officials prepare legislation to bring the vast “exchange” market under state oversight.

Speaking before the Federation Council, First Deputy Governor Vladimir Chistyukhin said the Central Bank of Russia’s goal is to “whitewash” the crypto exchange sector and curb its use for illicit finance.

“It seems to us that the task of the government, the Central Bank, is to create legislation as quickly as possible that directly describes and whitewashes this area, and define the rules for carrying out operations so that no laundering operations related to the financing of terrorism pass through this,” Chistyukhin said, according to state news agency TASS.

“Then it is quite possible that we will see that settlements, and international settlements in cryptocurrencies in the legal space according to established criteria are developing very actively.”

The comments mark Moscow’s most apparent acknowledgement yet that crypto trading, long tolerated in the grey zone, must now be legalized and supervised. 

The move follows the country’s earlier legalization of crypto mining and comes as Russia seeks to capture tax revenue from the fast-expanding digital economy.

From pilots to policy

Russia has already begun building a national registry of mining operators. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said the next step will be taxing crypto settlements, paired with formal rules for trading venues and exchanges.

The CBR has also allowd limited experiments in using crypto for cross-border payments, an acknowledgement of the sanctions-driven reality in which many Russian banks remain cut off from global payment networks. 

The central bank’s Governor, Elvira N has said that digital financial assets and cryptocurrencies will operate within a controlled legal framework, underscoring the state's efforts to integrate crypto activity into formal finance.

Why crypto matters in Russia

Russia is now Europe’s largest crypto market by transaction volume.  Data is show that Russian users received about $376bn in crypto value over the past year, outpacing the UK and Germany, as both institutional transfers and DeFi adoption surged.

Crypto’s popularity is also tied to domestic constraints. With capital controls limiting foreign transfers and the ruble under pressure, digital assets have become a key channel for remittances, international trade, and savings.

A major driver is the A7A5 ruble-backed stablecoin, whose daily transfer volume now exceeds $1bn. Elliptic data describes A7A5 as a growing bridge between ruble liquidity and global stablecoins such as USDT, allowing sanctioned entities to move value beyond traditional banking rails.

The sanctions backdrop

Western sanctions have increasingly targeted Russian crypto facilitators and stablecoin issuers, including those tied to A7A5. That pressure is pushing Moscow to develop domestic, supervised platforms that can provide compliance while preserving cross-border functionality.

Officials have also floated the idea of a state-linked stablecoin and broader integration of blockchain settlements through major banks such as Sberbank, which recently launched digital-asset custody and tokenised bond pilots.

Building a legal perimeter

Chistyukhin’s comments suggest that by 2026, Russia could introduce licensing for both crypto exchanges and OTC “exchangers.” The framework would require customer identification, transaction monitoring, and data sharing with authorities.

If implemented, the plan would formalise a market already operating at a massive scale, anchoring Russia’s mining output, stablecoin flows, and digital trade inside a regulated perimeter that merges compliance with control.

 

 

 

 

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BS BFSI Insight Summit 2025 on cryptocurrencies in India.

 

 

   

Here are some key takeaways from the BS BFSI Insight Summit 2025 (Day 2) on cryptocurrencies in India.



Industry experts emphasized the urgent need for regulatory clarity in the crypto/domestic digital-asset ecosystem in India.

 

They also called out a lack of investor education, particularly in understanding the technical architecture, risk profile and governance of crypto instruments.

 The absence of clear licensing and regulatory frameworks risks pushing innovation and talent overseas.

 Stable coins and tokenisation were highlighted as important frontiers where regulation is lacking, especially for INR backed stable coins.

 While fintech in India is relatively regulated, the crypto-asset side still operates in a “grey zone” with weaker oversight.

Without clear rules, investors may be exposed to high risk (lack of protections, uncertain legal recourse).

Talent and startups could migrate out of India if they feel the regulatory environment is unfriendly or unclear.

India’s potential in Web3, blockchain and digital assets could be hindered by regulatory lag which affects innovation, competitiveness and domestic value-creation.

From a macro perspective, if token isation, stable coins & blockchain do scale, these can influence payments, cross-border flows and monetary sovereignty  so clarity is vital.

What regulatory model India will adopt (single regulator vs multiple) and how quickly

Creation of investor education programmed e.g., explaining risks, custody issues, token types, governance.

 How fintech/crypto firms align with regulation, how they build transparency (proof of reserves, disclosures).

Monitoring how stable coins infrastructure evolve and whether INR backed solutions emerge.

How regulatory clarity affects talent retention, startup growth an  domestic innovation.

 

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The Madras High Court (MHC) has indeed issued a landmark ruling recognising cryptocurrencies 11.25 31/10/2025

 

 

 

 

Yes  you’re correct. The Madras High Court (MHC) has indeed issued a landmark ruling recognising cryptocurrencies as “property” under Indian law.

 What the court held
 

The decision was rendered in the case of Zanmai Labs Pvt Ltd (which operates the exchange Wazir X) vs an investor (filed as Rhutikumari v Zanmai Labs Pvt Ltd).

In the order, Justice N. Anand Venkatesh declared:

 “There can be no doubt that ‘crypto currency’ is a property. It is not a tangible property nor is it a currency. However, it is a property which is capable of being enjoyed and possessed (in a beneficial form). It is capable of being held in trust.”

The court noted that although cryptocurrencies are intangible (just “streams of 1s and 0s” on a blockchain), they nonetheless meet the criteria of property under Indian jurisprudence: they are definable, transferable, capable of exclusive control and store of value. 

 It also referenced Section 2(47A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 which classifies “virtual digital assets”, and noted that in India these are not treated as speculative transactions. 

 The court emphasized that the funds/assets in question were held via an Indian bank account and platform, giving Indian courts jurisdiction (despite the exchange’s international links).
 

  Why this is a big deal
 

This is the first timean Indian High Court has explicitly held that cryptocurrencies qualify as “property” under Indian law. 

 It gives clearer legal standing to crypto-asset holders in India.

 For example: rights of ownership, rights to seek injunctions or asset protection, ability to claim trust or custodian obligations, etc.

 

 How crypto assets are treated in courts / disputes (e.g., freezing, custody, exchange liability)
  

Taxation and asset-classification debates, since “property” status matters.
 

 Investor protection: if crypto is property, platforms may have greater fiduciary duties or greater liabilities for mis management or hacks.

It also signals a shift in the regulatory/ judicial mindset: rather than treating crypto as purely speculative or “grey area”, this ruling gives them a tangible legal footing within Indian property rights frameworks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gen Z (18-25) now leads India’s crypto investor . 11.23 10/31/2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A recent report shows that Gen Z (18-25) now leads India’s crypto investor base, accounting for around 37.6% of investors — up slightly ahead of Millennials (26-35) at 37.3%

 

That seems to be correct — according to the latest Q3 2025 user-data report from CoinSwitch (India’s major crypto trading platform), the breakdown of India’s crypto investor base is:
 

 Generation Z (ages 18-25): 37.6 %
 Millennials (ages 26-35): 37.3 %
Ages 36-45: 17.8 % 

If you like, I can pull up the full report (and key charts) and we can look at how this has changed over time (e.g., from Q2 to Q3) to spot trends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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