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Trump's Big Beautiful Bill passes without the crypto tax reforms the industry hoped for, while its projected $3.3 trillion deficit impact, among other things, sends the dollar plunging 11.7% against the euro this year. Circle and Ripple pursue bank charters as markets brace for Wednesday's U.S. tariff deadline.

Middle East ceasefire propels Bitcoin up 5.8% and Ethereum up 7.9% as geopolitical risks fade. The first U.S. staked crypto ETF nears launch, signaling SEC acceptance of staking rewards, while mortgage giants prepare to accept crypto. Stablecoin supply surges by $48.85 billion, or 24%.

Geopolitical tensions rattled crypto markets as US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites triggered a weekend selloff, sending Bitcoin to $98,400. Meanwhile, the Senate's GENIUS Act passage sparked optimism in the stablecoin sector while record Ethereum staking signals strong holder conviction.

Stake Solana with Firi and earn rewards! Learn how you can earn rewards on your SOL with an annual return of 5.4% – easy and secure.

In this article, we discuss the claim that cryptocurrency is harmful to the environment.

In this article, we delve into the claim that crypto is not suitable for payments.

In this article, we discuss the claim that crypto is just a pyramid scheme by looking at what real uses exist for crypto.

In this article, we will delve into the often-circulated claims that the cryptocurrency industry resembles the "Wild West" and functions as a playground for criminals.

In this article, I will give you an introduction to Stellar and the associated cryptocurrency Lumens (XLM). Find out more about Stellar Lumens here.

What is DOGE? Read this guide and understand the first and largest meme cryptocurrency in the world, Dogecoin.

Get a complete introduction to the stablecoin Tether USDT. We explain the most important questions about USDT.

What is the cryptocurrency Polygon? (Also known as MATIC.) Read and learn about Polygon and its associated cryptocurrency M

Are you still in doubt as to whether crypto is for you? Here are five good reasons to expand your portfolio and invest in crypto.

What is cryptocurrency staking? How does it work? What are the benefits of staking cryptocurrency? Get a quick rundown of everything you need to know about staking in this article.

The purpose of this article is to give you a simple explanation to what the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) is and how USD Coin works.

The purpose of this article is to give you a simple but thorough overview of what Solana (SOL) is and how Solana works.

There is a polarization between those who argue against centralization and surveillance, and those who welcome regulation in the crypto space

In this article we explain the crypto-gaming niche and delve into why it has become popular.

Crypto tax: Update your tax return and avoid additional tax

Read about the concept of DAO, and why it is an important innovation within the crypto world.

The Norwegian tax authorities have published a guide on NFTs (in Norwegian only). This article sums up the tax rules for you.

The following article provides information on how to trade Polkadot (DOT)

The following article provides information on how to trade Cardano (ADA)

In this article, we provide you with a guide to trading Solana (SOL) on Firi.

In this article we give you a guide to trade USD Coin (USDC)

Cryptocurrency for dummies: In this article, we answer common questions about cryptocurrency.

In this article, we give you a guide to buying the stablecoin DAI

In this article we give you a guide to trade XRP (Ripple) for NOK.

The following article provides a guide on how to buy Litecoin (LTC)

The following article provides a guide on how to buy Ethereum.

With our new service “Kryptosparing” (crypto-saving), you can easily set up a savings plan based on dollar cost averaging, perfect for long-term investment in cryptocurrency.

Get a complete introduction to the cryptocurrency Polkadot (DOT). We explain the most common and important questions about Polkadot (DOT)

Get a complete introduction to the cryptocurrency Litecoin. We explain the most common and important questions about Litecoin (LTC)

How to buy cryptocurrency? This is a guide for you who will try to buy and sell cryptocurrency for the first time.

Bitcoin for dummies: Simple overview of the first and largest cryptocurrency in the world, Bitcoin.

Curious about how you can invest in cryptocurrency? At Firi, we have the most popular currencies and you can start investing in crypto with us fast!

The story of cryptocurrency - An incredible journey from Bitcoin to NFTs. Read and learn more here.

Get a complete introduction to the XRP cryptocurrency. We explain the most common and important questions about Ripple (XRP)

What are the uses of Bitcoin? And how is it used, so practically? Read this article to learn more about the possibilities.

Read on to learn what a blockchain explorer is and what you can use it for. You will also find a list of different blockchain explorers (Block explorer) here.

We often get requests for new coins. Here, you can read about how Firi determines whether or not to list new cryptocurrencies.

You have probably heard of the term "stablecoin" in various cryptocurrency contexts? But what exactly is a stablecoin, or stable cryptocurrency? And what does it mean that it is stable?

How does cryptocurrency work? In this blog post, we discuss the various myths and misconceptions surrounding cryptocurrency, especially Bitcoin.

What is NFT? Why are people willing to pay millions for a JPEG of a penguin or a rock? What is this new "crypto art"?

What is blockchain technology and how does it work? Read this “blockchain for dummies” guide.

Is it really possible to make bitcoin? Why bitcoin mining? This guide will explain how bitcoin mining works in practice, why it is important and why it uses energy.

The Nordic region's leading cryptocurrency exchange, Firi AS (Firi), has recently completed a share issue of NOK 60 million, led by Schibsted Ventures. The platform already has more than 125,000 customers, and the company has ambitions for further growth and international expansion.

Xmas bonus! Refer a friend to Firi and get 200 kroner in bitcoin. Your friend gets a double welcome bonus and can earn up to 240 kroner in different cryptos.

It’s finally here – long-awaited Bitcoin upgrade, Taproot, has just launched.

Through Firi, you can donate bitcoin to the TV campaign. The collection goes to Plan's work to combat child marriage.

Norway-based cryptocurrency exchange Firi wants to make it even easier and safer for Nordic customers to trade cryptocurrencies, and has therefore chosen Fireblocks as their digital asset infrastructure.

As the first country in the world, El Salvador has made bitcoin legal tender. Read Torkel Rogstad's travel letter from the world's first bitcoin country here.

In recent years, more and more Norwegians have begun to invest in cryptocurrency through Norway’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Firi. One of them is Jasmin Eileen Stafseth (23) who lives in Oslo and studies HR and Management.

Firi is launching Crypto Saving - a product that makes it even safer, easier and more engaging to buy cryptocurrency and invest long-term.

Det gleder oss stort at over 100 000 personer velger Firi til å investere i kryptovaluta. Tusen takk!

Many people have become rich trading cryptocurrency, but it requires knowledge, guts and a small dose of luck. Read more about cryptotrading here.

Learn what cryptocurrency really is and how it relates to blockchain technology. Get it explained in a simple way through our article.

Dai is a stable, decentralized cryptocurrency, ie what is called a stablecoin. Dai has been developed with the goal of maintaining a value approximately equal to the US dollar at all times.

The Cardano blockchain project was founded to "create a more balanced and sustainable ecosystem" for cryptocurrencies.

Get a complete introduction to the cryptocurrency Ethereum. We explain the most common and important questions about Ethereum (ETH)

Now you can finally buy Cardano (ADA) on the biggest crypto exchange in the Nordics.

Firi AS has hired Trang Hoang as Chief Financial Officer and Johan Torås Halseth as Chief Technology Officer in Firi. Read more about who they are here!

Jasmin Eileen (22) was placed on unpaid furlough because of coronavirus. “How can I invest and save money without really having that much to live on?”

When trading cryptocurrency, you often look for a cryptocurrency exchange with low fees. At Firi, it is the customers who control the price and there are neither invisible fees nor currency surcharges.

In this post we will give you more information about bank transfers, as well as our best deposit tips.

Ole sat on the fence for a long time before he dared to invest in cryptocurrency. Then, a new, safe Norwegian crypto exchange was launched.

Here are Firi's best tips and advice on how to detect and avoid being exposed to fraud and deception when investing in cryptocurrencies.