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Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are hotter than ever.

Fans tout bitcoin as the future of money and a hedge against inflation since it’s not tied to government printing presses like the dollar, euro, yen and yuan. But if you’re a crypto novice, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about — and how exactly you can invest in bitcoin.

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