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Cryptocurrencies are decentralized, digital currencies that use blockchain technology to manage transactions and keep them secure.

A company's current assets include the funds it has to cover short-term liabilities, which can determine its long-term success as a company.

Estate planning directs how assets get distributed if you die or can't function. Key plan elements include a will, power of attorney, and trusts.

A call option is a contract that gives you the right to buy a predetermined number of assets and a specific price — for a fee.

Limit orders help establish limits on buying and selling securities to offer investors greater control over their investments.

A fractional share allows an investor to own less than one full share of a stock. This can make investing more accessible and more affordable.

The communications stocks sector includes the phone, internet, and media industries. They encompass both stable firms and volatile up-and-comers.

Stop-limit orders combine stop orders and limit orders to help investors gain control over costs and get increased flexibility when making trades.

Floating stock is the number of shares a company has available for trade in the public market.

Altcoins, or alternative coins, are any cryptocurrencies not bitcoin. Learn how altcoins emerged and evolved into a driving force in crypto markets.