 TITLE: Is Bitcoin Safe? CONTENT: Additional Things to Know Before Buying Bitcoin\n-----------------------------------------------\nThere are a few more things you should know if you're interested in buying Bitcoin:\n*   **Bitcoin isn't the only cryptocurrency.** Bitcoin was the first major cryptocurrency, and it remains the best known, but you can buy and sell many cryptocurrencies like it. These won't necessarily be more or less safe than Bitcoin, and may be more or less profitable.\n*   **Bitcoin trading accounts might not be insured.** The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) insures many brokerage accounts. The SIPC insurance offers up to $500,000 (which includes $250,000 from cash holdings) to customers, protecting them if the company goes under. However, SIPC insurance doesn't cover commodities or currencies, including Bitcoin.\n*   **Diversifying your investments can limit risk.** Putting the majority of your savings into a single investment opens you up to taking a major loss if the investment's value drops. With a volatile investment like Bitcoin, that may be more risk than you want to take on. Investing small amounts among different types of investments, or diversifying your investments, can help you limit your risk. END