Crypto as Gambling

The cluster centers on warnings that cryptocurrency is speculative gambling rather than a legitimate investment, with repeated advice against risking money one can't afford to lose due to its high volatility.

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jefozabuss Dec 16, 2022 View on HN

Crypto is basically gambling, don't put in more money that you cannot afford to lose.

kwere Nov 10, 2022 View on HN

crypto and investment should never be togheter, at best crypto believer

xupybd May 31, 2022 View on HN

Crypto is very volatile. I would not recommend this as a long term investment.

rconti Jun 11, 2018 View on HN

buying crypto is a sign of risky behavior on its own :)

never 'invest' money into crypto that you aren't willing to lose to be honest

denkmoon Jun 22, 2022 View on HN

I put my money where my mouth is by not investing in crypto???

cmrdporcupine Nov 30, 2022 View on HN

You'll be fine. Just stay away from crypto.

s73v3r_ Mar 7, 2018 View on HN

Putting all your eggs in a crypto basket doesn't sound like a great idea.

gizmo Dec 26, 2022 View on HN

When somebody asks for good and safe investments maybe don't recommend crypto?

NabiDev Nov 1, 2021 View on HN

Invest in Crypto. Don't bet.