Author: Stuart Reid

Stuart Reid

Understanding State Channels: How Blockchain Gets Near‑Instant, Low‑Cost Transactions

Learn what state channels are, how they work, key benefits, real-world examples like Lightning and Raiden, and step‑by‑step guidance for building your own blockchain channel.

Stuart Reid

Pump Fun Ban (PUMPFUNBAN) Explained: Is the Coin Real or a Misunderstanding?

Learn what Pump Fun Ban (PUMPFUNBAN) really is, why it's likely a typo, and get a deep dive into Pump.fun, its PUMP token, and how to vet unknown meme coins.

Stuart Reid

Famous Rug Pull Cases & How Much Was Lost

Explore the biggest crypto rug pulls, how they were executed, and the financial losses each caused. Learn warning signs and protection tips.

Stuart Reid

How Blockchain Ensures Transparent Charity Donations

Discover how blockchain creates fully transparent, secure charity donations, the tech behind it, real‑world examples, and a step‑by‑step adoption guide.

Stuart Reid

Egypt’s Central Bank Crypto Ban: Law, Enforcement & Blockchain Outlook

An in‑depth look at Egypt's crypto ban, the legal underpinnings, enforcement reality, religious stance, and the country's selective blockchain adoption.

Stuart Reid

Smoothy (SMTY) Crypto Coin Explained - What It Is, How It Works, and Risks

Smoothy (SMTY) is a DeFi liquidity token on Ethereum that swaps same‑backed assets with zero slippage. Learn its launch, tokenomics, performance, risks, and how to trade it.

Stuart Reid

Kinesis Money Review: Gold‑Backed Crypto Exchange, Yields & Fees

A detailed review of Kinesis Money, the gold‑backed crypto exchange that offers instant trades, zero storage fees, and monthly yields paid in real gold and silver.

Stuart Reid

IDEX Crypto Exchange Review 2025 - Hybrid DEX Explained

A detailed 2025 review of IDEX, the hybrid decentralized exchange that combines off‑chain speed with on‑chain security, covering its tech, token, security, and how it compares to Uniswap and Binance.

Stuart Reid

Real-World Blockchain Voting Implementations: Platforms, Benefits, and Risks

Explore real-world blockchain voting platforms, their benefits, security concerns, and how authorities can implement them. Includes case studies, pros/cons, and a detailed FAQ.

Stuart Reid

Stellarport Crypto Exchange Review: Features, Fees & Security

An in‑depth review of Stellarport, the non‑custodial Stellar DEX. Learn about its features, security model, zero‑fee trading, limitations, and how it compares to other exchanges.

Stuart Reid

Are crypto payments allowed in Russia? Legal status in 2025

A clear guide on Russia's crypto payment rules in 2025, covering legal ownership, domestic bans, international ELR use, penalties, tax duties, and market trends.