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Hashed Out V20: Crypto Investing: Hype, Hope, and How to Start Smart
A practical guide to building your crypto portfolio with strategy, not speculation
Scott Kasten
April 24, 2025
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Hey there Hashers!
Crypto investing can feel like standing at the edge of a wild frontier—full of promise, but also uncertainty. From the outside, it often looks like chaos: token pumps, Twitter threads, sudden crashes, and overnight millionaires. But step back, and a different picture starts to form. Beneath the noise, a new financial system is quietly being built—one block at a time.
In this week’s issue of Hashed Out, we cut through the hype to bring you a grounded, practical approach to investing in crypto. Whether you’re new to the space or looking to sharpen your strategy, this edition focuses on what actually works: smart portfolio strategies, essential tools for tracking and research, and a case study on how to use Messari to make data-driven decisions.
Crypto isn’t just a speculative playground—it’s a long-term technological and financial shift. And those who take the time to learn, reflect, and invest wisely will be the ones who thrive in this new era.
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Feature Story
Crypto Investing 101: A Smart Start in a Wild Market
Crypto investing can feel like stepping into another universe—fast-moving, full of promise, and packed with volatility. But beneath the hype and market swings lies a transformative financial infrastructure that's reshaping how we think about money, value, and ownership. Whether you’re exploring this world for long-term gains, portfolio diversification, or philosophical alignment with decentralization, it all starts with understanding the fundamentals.
Editorial
In Crypto We Trust? Only If You Stay Grounded
A New Era for Scientific Discovery: Community-Driven and Transparent
Discover why DeSci could revolutionize how research is conducted and shared.
Case Study
How to Use Messari for Smarter Crypto Investing
Crypto investing isn’t just about buying the right token at the right time—it’s about making informed decisions. And in a space filled with hype, disinformation, and endless speculation, reliable data can be your edge.
Enter Messari: one of the most trusted research platforms in the crypto world.
The Wrap
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Ok Hashers, that’s The Wrap. Many thanks!
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Until next time,
Dr. Scott