Newcomers: Learn Before You Buy

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James Howells, famous for losing 8,000 BTC in a landfill, warns crypto beginners not to dive in blindly.

Understand blockchain & DeFi: Learn how blockchains operate, why decentralization matters, and the real-world problems crypto solves.

Experiment safely: Test wallets, protocols, and services without risking real money. Mistakes are part of learning—just make them cheap mistakes.

Avoid leverage trading: Leverage platforms often exploit inexperienced traders, turning them into liquidity for more sophisticated players.

“Understanding why this matters is more important than buying any coin,” Howells says.

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make cheap mistakes’ is honestly the best crypto advice I’ve heard