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What is Algorand?
Algorand is a crypto that operates on its own blockchain. Algorand's native token, ALGO, has been accepted as a national currency in the Marshall Islands. According to experts, Algorand is resistant to inflation. Algorand guarantees decentralisation, speed and security. Algorand achieves this thanks to its Pure Proof of Stake (PPoS) algorithm. PPoS is similar to Ethereum's Proof-of-Stake (PoS) algorithm but has one major difference. The blocks of Algorand are validated by everyone who owns Algorand coins. This is different from normal PoS, because there you have to lock in your coins to help the network by validating blocks. This also means that the reward system is different. In PPoS, anyone who owns ALGO coins gets paid between 4-6% per year in ALGO coins.
What is ALGO coin?
The abbreviation for Algorand coins is ALGO. The coins are used to validate new blocks of the network, allowing transactions to take place. Thanks to the PPoS algorithm, all PPoS coins are used to enable the validation of transactions. In total there are 10 billion ALGO coins, of which more than 7 billion are currently in circulation. Algorand is in the top 30 in CoinMarketCap with a market capitalisation of over $3 billion dollars.
How do you store Algorand coins?
Anycoin Direct offers the ability to store Algorand tokens in your Anycoin account. In the dashboard of your account you will find the Anycoin Vault. The Vault is linked to your account and displays your digital assets in a clear overview. In the Anycoin Vault you can purchase, store and swap tokens against any other token available in the Vault.
Pera Wallet App
Pera Wallet is an app developed by Algorand. The predecessor of the Pera Wallet is the Algorand Wallet. The app has been relaunched and has a serious roadmap, partner integrations and a community. The development of the app was done in collaboration with Hipo. They take care of the partner integrations and continue to improve the app. The advantage of storing Algorand coin in the Pera wallet is that the app is developed Algorand and therefore perfectly connected to the network. However, the app is centrally managed by a third party. This is also the disadvantage, because an app can be vulnerable to hacking by malicious parties.
Software / Mobile wallets
Software and mobile wallets are extensions to your browsers and can be downloaded (for free) onto your device. These can also be apps that you can download from the Google play store and Apple store. You can store various cryptocurrencies on the wallets and they are more user-friendly than hardware wallets, because you can access your crypto quickly. The security of your devices is very important, because your wallets are always accessible on your devices. The risk of losing your crypto through hacking or pishing is therefore higher.
Hardware wallets
Using a hardware wallet is the safest way, because you keep your crypto offline. An example of a hardware wallet is a Ledger. A Ledger is a physical wallet on which you can store a number of cryptocurrencies at the same time. This is also the disadvantage, because you cannot store an infinite number of cryptocurrencies on one Ledger. In that case you will have to purchase an extra Ledger and these Ledgers can easily cost €100,- per Ledger. A hardware wallet is a lot safer, because it can only be hacked if the wallet is linked to your device. That's why you should secure your devices well! To get into your wallet, several actions are required. This is safe, but takes more time.
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The Vault is a safe alternative to the traditional crypto wallet for those who want to buy, sell and swap their coins on Anycoin Direct. Within the Vault you can store all your digital assets and swap them against one another. Still want to send crypto to an external wallet like your Ledger? No problem, the Vault is an additional feature. The choice is yours.
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Extra information about Algorand (ALGO)
Can I buy Algorand with iDEAL?
Yes, you can buy Algorand with iDEAL at Anycoin Direct. You can also pay with Paypal, SEPA, Sofort, VISA, Mastercard and EPS.
Do you need to buy a whole Algorand?
You don’t need to buy whole cryptocurrencies to trade them. You can buy small parts of any cryptocurrency. For example, on Anycoin Direct, the minimum purchase amount is €10.
Can I send Algorand to my own wallet?
Yes, while buying Algorand you can choose to send it to your own wallet. Alternatively, you can choose to be managed by us; we will then store your Algorand securely in the Anycoin Vault.
Is it safe to buy Algorand?
Yes, buying Algorand is safe with Anycoin Direct as we have advanced security techniques and are officially licensed by The Dutch Central Bank. Buy Algorand safely with us with a wide range of payment options.
Is Algorand legal in the UK?
Yes, Algorand is legal in England. You don't have to worry about the legality of buying Algorand.
Do I have to pay taxes on my cryptos?
Depending on the amount of cryptocurrencies you own and the country you live in, the rules for this are different. Always make sure to get information from your personal government authorities.
Can I buy Algorand anonymously at Anycoin Direct?
No, identification is mandatory for all our clients. We are required to conduct a thorough client due diligence. This is done using the Know Your Customer principle.
Can I do a business transaction with Anycoin Direct?
Yes, it is possible to make a business transaction through Anycoin Direct. While creating an account, you can choose a business account.
How fast is Algorand's network?
Algorand's network processes 1000 transactions per second (TPS) and takes less than five seconds to finalise a transaction. The network is a lot faster than Ethereum (15 TPS) and Bitcoin (7 TPS).
What can you use Algorand (ALGO) for?
The Algorand blockchain can be used to carry out transactions by sending or receiving ALGO coins. The PPoS algorithm allows you to receive 4-6% of ALGO coins per year when you store them in a wallet. The Algorand network uses your coins to facilitate transactions and rewards you for doing so.
Algorand is highly scalable because they make use of multiple layers, namely layer-1 and layer-2. These layers are built on the mainchain and ensure scalability of the platform.
Layer-1:
The first layer allows to execute smart contracts such as NFTs. The network can be used to create, store and transmit digital artwork.
Layer-2:
The second layer is for smart contracts that are too complex for the first layer. Complex contracts like other protocols are difficult to read, so more computing power is needed. Layer-2 is the solution that Algorand is developing.
Who founded Algorand?
Algorand was founded in 2017 by Silvio Micalo. He is a computer researcher specialised in cryptography. He is also a professor at Massachussets Institute of Technology (MIT). In 2012, he received a Turing Award. This is comparable to a Nobel Prize, but focuses on computer science.
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