Guide Bitcoin basics
What is Bitcoin? From the digital currency to the network behind it
The difference between bitcoin and the Bitcoin network, how transactions are recorded, and why you do not need to buy a whole coin to understand the system.
New to crypto? Start here
You do not need to learn every term at once. The beginner path starts with Bitcoin, moves to wallets and seed phrases, and explains what to check before acting.
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News Crypto in Israel
Bank of Israel revises banks' crypto checks from May 2027
The Bank of Israel has amended Directive 411 to clarify that banks cannot refuse payment services solely because activity is connected with crypto, and to remove a mandatory check triggered by annual activity exceeding 100,000 NIS. Checks will instead depend on risk. Published on 7 October 2026, the amendment takes effect on 1 May 2027.
Guides
Bitcoin and crypto guides
Guide Wallets and security
Crypto wallets: the first question is who holds the keys
How to distinguish a convenient interface from control of your assets, and what to establish about backup, recovery and custody before choosing a wallet.
Guide Wallets and security
Seed phrases and private keys: why are they more than a password?
What a seed phrase does, how it differs from a login password, and why you should not translate it or submit it through a support form.
Guide Bitcoin basics
Bitcoin fees and confirmations: what to check when a transaction is pending
The difference between a service fee and a network fee, what a transaction confirmation means, and which details to gather before contacting support.
Guide Ethereum and other coins
What is a stablecoin, and why does a dollar target not guarantee its value?
What the term stablecoin means, and the questions to ask about its peg, redemption mechanism and the network carrying the token.
Topics
- Bitcoin basics Bitcoin’s foundations, network and uses: from coins and satoshis to transactions and questions about supply.
- Ethereum and other coins Explanations of networks and coins beyond Bitcoin, distinguishing technology, use and risk.
- Wallets and security Keys, backups, permissions and custody: understand who controls access and how to avoid common mistakes.
- Blockchain and technology Blocks, nodes, smart contracts and payment layers, explained from a practical starting question.
- Mining and networks How blocks are created, how mining incentives work and what network changes mean.
- Markets and data How to read prices, volumes and market headlines without confusing data, explanations and forecasts.
- Regulation and tax Crypto decisions, documents and rules. Each article identifies the jurisdiction, date and relevant source.
- Crypto in Israel Local developments and discussions relevant to readers in Israel, with practical details and identified sources.
- Scams and user protection Recognising impersonation, unusual requests and exaggerated promises without accusing an entity without evidence.
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Crypto tax reporting with Shulkin Tax Solutions: start with activity history, not the balance
Sold crypto and wondering what to send your accountant? Start with a list of accounts, wallets and actions, even if some information is still missing. Shulkin Tax Solutions, the practice of CPA Natalie Shulkin, handles crypto calculations, regularising tax reporting and preparing records to explain the source of funds to a bank. Organised preparation turns a collection of files into a picture that can be examined.
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Before a crypto transaction: preparing for legal advice with Aviel Okashi Law Office
Before signing a crypto-related agreement, understand what you receive, who undertakes obligations to you and how the right is documented. Aviel Okashi Law Office works with digital assets, smart contracts and tokenisation alongside its real estate practice. Preparing well begins with describing the transaction and collecting documents, allowing the review to focus on the legal questions that matter to you.
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Buying a hardware wallet in Israel with Cryptoman: what to check before ordering and first setup
Choosing a hardware wallet begins with three checks: compatibility with your coins and devices, the purchase source and the initial setup process. Cryptoman is an Israeli shop for hardware wallets and backup accessories, with Hebrew service and local sales points. To get value from the purchase, arrive with clear needs and pay attention to what happens after opening the box.