 TITLE: Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: What’s the Difference? CONTENT: Should I Buy Cryptocurrency?\n----------------------------\nThe volatile nature of cryptocurrency value means some investors have made massive amounts of money buying, selling and trading it. But a lot of money has been lost in the pursuit of cryptocurrency riches too. Like any investment, you should only buy cryptocurrency if you've fully researched it and understand the risks involved. Cryptocurrency markets are very different from conventional securities markets, like the New York Stock Exchange. Similarly, payments with cryptocurrencies do not offer the same protections as those with a debit or credit card, making it difficult to get recourse should you encounter fraud.\nSince cryptocurrency markets are minimally regulated and not formally backed by any governments, opinions are mixed on whether they are reliable alternatives to conventional investments or cash. Though agencies like the Federal Trade Commission are aware of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, they advise consumers to learn the differences between digital and fiat currencies (government-issued paper money) and keep this in mind as they decide whether to purchase cryptocurrencies. END