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Plain-English guides that explain how crypto works, how people use it, and what to know before interacting with crypto platforms, products, or features.

What Is an Initial Coin Offering (ICO)?

What is initial coin offering?

An Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is a crypto fundraising method where a project sells newly issued blockchain tokens to the public in exchange for capital. ICOs became widely used between 2016 and 2018, allowing startups to raise funds without issuing…