How to Buy Shiba Inu (SHIB) in the UK (2022)

​Coinbase’s Advanced Trade terminal is the cheapest way that I’ve found to buy Shiba Inu (SHIB) directly with GBP in the UK. But while it’s the lowest cost route, it’s not beginner friendly.

A more beginner-friendly alternative is CoinJar, which has a simple and easy-to-use web interface and mobile app. However, you will be charged slightly higher fees.

Read on if you want to know more.

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eToro Cryptocurrency Review (2022)

eToro is a popular international investment platform that also offers simplified crypto trading.

But is eToro’s crypto trading platform worth using?

In this eToro review, I’ll run through how eToro’s crypto trading feature works, whether you can withdraw your coins to an external wallet, and what fees you can expect.

Let’s get straight to it.

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Coinbase vs Coinbase Pro (2022)

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Coinbase announced in June 2022 that they are planning to phase out Coinbase Pro later in the year. Advanced Trade on Coinbase.com will replace it.

For more information, check out my Coinbase review.

Coinbase and Coinbase Pro are two of the most popular places for trading crypto.

But while both platforms are run by the same company, they offer unique features for different kinds of traders.

With Coinbase, investors get a user-friendly way to quickly buy or sell crypto without the need for extensive trading knowledge. Coinbase Pro, on the other hand, gives experienced traders access to advanced features & charting tools.

But which trading platform should you use? Is Coinbase Pro actually better than Coinbase?

In this Coinbase vs Coinbase Pro head-to-head match-up, I’ll answer these questions and more. I’ll discuss the features, pros, cons, similarities, and differences of each platform so you can determine which option is right for you.

Let’s get started.

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Mode App Review (2022)

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Mode App is a UK-based mobile app that lets you trade, send, and store Bitcoin (BTC) quickly, easily, and cheaply.

But how does Mode App perform in the real world? Does it live up to expectations?

In this Mode App review, I’ll take a closer look at what the platform offers. I’ll discuss its features, pros, cons, limits, and fees so you can see how it stacks up to the competition.

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Bitstamp Review (2022)

Bitstamp launched in 2013 as the main alternative to Mt. Gox in Europe. In 2022, 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!

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How to Buy Bitcoin with PayPal in the UK (2022)

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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.

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What Is Faster Payments (FPS)?

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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!

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CEX.IO Review (2022)

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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.

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LocalCoinSwap Review (2022)

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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.

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LocalCryptos Review (2022)

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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.

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