Bitstamp launched in 2013 as the main alternative to Mt. Gox in Europe. In 2021, it finds itself comfortably within the top 15 exchanges based on daily spot volume and lists a total of 40 cryptocurrencies – all of which can be purchased using GBP.
If you’re looking for an in-depth review of Bitstamp, the services it offers, and its pros and cons, then look no further – it’s all included below!
Looking to buy Bitcoin (BTC) with PayPal in the UK?
There aren’t many places where you can buy crypto using PayPal – especially if you’re looking to keep fees at a minimum.
In this list, I’ll run through the places that I know about where you can purchase Bitcoin (BTC) using your PayPal balance in the UK.
Whether you’re interested in the technical aspects of blockchain technology, the current state of Bitcoin, or the next up and coming cryptocurrency, podcasts are a great source of information for all things crypto.
However, with so many to choose from – and more coming online every month – knowing which ones are worth your time is often easier said than done.
If you’re after the best cryptocurrency podcasts to improve your crypto-knowledge, but don’t know where to begin, then stick around and continue reading.
Faster Payments (FPS) is an electronic money transfer service that lets you send funds with lightning speed between banks, digital payments providers, and crypto exchanges.
But how does it work? And how does it stack up against other bank transfer methods in the UK?
In this guide to all things Faster Payments, I’m going to go through everything you need to know.
Let’s get to it.
CEX.IO is one of the world’s longest-running crypto exchanges. It offers an array of services – including a trading terminal, crypto-backed loans, interest-bearing crypto savings accounts, and a simple (yet expensive) way to buy crypto quickly using a debit or credit card.
But is CEX.IO a decent place to buy crypto? Do its features live up to expectations?
In this CEX.IO review, I’ll take a closer look at what the company offers. I’m going to discuss what features you can get when you open an account and I’m going to do a deep dive into the platform’s fees and limits so you can decide if CEX.IO is worth your time.
Let’s get right to it.
LocalCoinSwap is a peer-to-peer (P2P) marketplace for trading cryptocurrencies. It lets you trade directly with other investors using more than 250 payment methods.
But can you trust LocalCoinSwap? Is it the best P2P crypto marketplace?
In this LocalCoinSwap review, I’ll cover the features of the LocalCoinSwap marketplace, take a closer look at how it works, and highlight some of its pros and cons.
Let’s get right to it.
LocalCryptos is a peer-to-peer marketplace that lets you trade crypto directly with other investors. The platform makes it easy to connect with buyers and sellers of 5 top coins and it offers a non-custodial escrow system to protect you during each transaction.
But is LocalCryptos safe? Is it worth using?
In this LocalCryptos review, I’ll investigate precisely what the marketplace has to offer. I’ll explain how the marketplace and its escrow system work, what payment methods you can use, and what fees you’ll pay when you trade on the platform.
Coinbase Wallet is a non-custodial hot wallet that you can use to manage your cryptoassets. The wallet offers a sleek interface and a user-friendly design that makes it popular among both new and experienced crypto investors.
But is Coinbase Wallet the best storage option for your crypto needs? Is it secure enough to trust with your private keys?
In this Coinbase wallet review, I’m going to give you a first-hand look at what it’s like to use this wallet. I’ll discuss its features and highlight its pros and cons so you can decide if it’s worth your time.
One of the cheapest places to buy UMA directly with GBP is Coinbase Pro (max 0.5% fees). However, this is a cryptocurrency exchange that’s not beginner-friendly.
An easier to use alternative is CoinJar. This has a simple interface (on the web, and on its mobile app) and you’ll only be charged slightly higher fees (fixed 1% fee).
Check out this quick post to learn more.
Kraken is the cheapest way that I can find to buy Sandbox (SAND) directly with GBP in the UK. While this exchange has low fees (up to 0.26%), it’s not that beginner-friendly.
A simpler and easier alternative is CoinJar. It’s much more suitable for beginners, or casual buyers/sellers, but its fees are higher (1% fee when depositing GBP with a UK bank transfer).
Read on for more information.