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Cars & Bids is the best online auction marketplace to buy and sell modern enthusiast cars – and that means pretty much anything that’s cool from the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, or 2020s. To us, “cool” ranges from the obvious (a Ferrari F355 or a Lamborghini Gallardo) to the esoteric (a pristine Dodge Dakota Convertible or a Mercury Capri XR2) to the traditional fun cars that enthusiasts love (a Mazda MX-5 Miata or a Porsche 911). Basically, everything that’s exciting, fun, interesting, or quirky is welcome here!

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This 2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe is for sale on Cars &amp; Bids! Auction ends June 4 2024.

2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe auction - Cars & Bids

This 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale is for sale on Cars &amp; Bids! Auction ends June 6 2024.

2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale auction - Cars & Bids

This 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata is for sale on Cars &amp; Bids! Auction ends June 4 2024.

1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata auction - Cars & Bids

Everyone's obsessed with being unique, and trying to stand out is ruining your life. We’ve all been there—scrolling through social media, watching everyone show off their 'unique' lives. You feel the pressure to outdo them, to be different. But all it does is stress you out and make you feel inadequate. People are bending over backward to craft an image. I myself have fallen for it. I’ve changed my brand's headline at least 10 times in the past 4 months.. always chasing something I thought would stand out. The reality is, anytime you’re “trying” to be unique, you’re going further from who you are. It's kind of like wearing a mask that tightens in every attempt to stand out. Eventually, it becomes suffocating, and it cuts off your true self and leaves you gasping for authenticity. When I try to "brand myself" as someone I'm not, it shows in my writing. It doesn’t feel authentic. It definitely doesn’t feel good. The pressure to be unique is just exhausting and counterproductive. Instead of chasing uniqueness, why not embrace conformity? Here’s why it’s the smarter choice. Why you should just Conform You don’t need to be unique. In fact, you should just conform. Yes, you heard me right. Fit in, follow the crowd, do what everyone else is doing. Stop wasting your energy trying to stand out. Conformity is underrated. Conformity means: You get along with others
You fit in
You reduce the friction in your life. Being like everyone else is easier. It’s less stressful. Think about it. When was the last time trying to be different made you happy? Probably never. So just conform. It’s the path of least resistance. Don’t you want an easy life? But conforming isn’t about losing yourself. Au contraire my friend, it’s about finding where you naturally fit. And guess what? The best way to fit in is to be yourself. Authenticity is the ultimate form of conformity. When you stop pretending and start being who you truly are, you find your place without even trying. When you stop trying to be someone you're not, you’ll find that you naturally stand out. Your true self is unique enough. Plus, everyone else is already taken. Authenticity is magnetic; it draws people in because it’s refreshing. The Problem with Trying Too Hard Well, first, it almost always backfires. It’s like trying to swim upstream when you could just float with the current. It sounds noble and all, but it usually gets you nowhere. Just look at social media influencers: They start off unique, but as they chase more followers, they begin to mimic what’s already popular.
They post the same filtered photos, use the same buzzwords, and promote the same products.
They blend in with each other, all while desperately trying to stand out. Constant comparison leads to higher rates of anxiety and depression. When you’re always measuring yourself against others, you’ll always find someone who seems more unique, more successful, more everything. And that’s a losing game. Think about your own life. Remember that time you tried to dress differently to impress others, but then you felt uncomfortable and out of place? Or when you forced yourself to take on hobbies that didn’t interest you just to seem more interesting? How did that work out for you? My guess: not well. Embracing Your True Self. Here’s the truth: The only way to truly stand out is to stop trying to stand out. Reflect on your strengths. Your quirks. Your passions. That’s where your real uniqueness is hiding. When you conform to who you truly are, you become authentic. And authenticity is magnetic. It’s rare, it’s refreshing, and it draws people in because it’s real. Look at Doug DeMuro, probably the quirkiest of them all. Doug started by making car review videos that were anything but ordinary. People laughed at his eccentric style, his fascination with weird car features, and his goofy persona. But Doug didn’t try to change to fit in; he embraced his quirks and kept being himself. And guess what? It worked. He is a massive success. His YouTube channel alone has over 4.83 million subscribers. He’s racked up over a billion views. But Doug didn’t stop there. He leveraged his authentic self to create Cars & Bids, a platform for buying and selling cars. And let me tell you.. this is not just a hobby. Cars & Bids is a business that has already done over $230 million in sales. Authenticity builds trust Doug’s authenticity built trust with his audience. You know that when Doug reviews a car, he’s giving his genuine opinion. You trust him because he’s real. It’s what turned his quirky hobby into a successful career and business. The best part is, when you embrace your true self, you stop competing with others. That’s when you start creating your own path. Authenticity breeds trust, and trust builds a loyal audience. Your quirks and passions are your greatest assets, so stop hiding them. When you stop pretending, you make space for real growth. How to be yourself: an adult guide. Remember when you were a kid? Life was simple. You did things because they felt right. You didn’t worry about being unique or fitting in; you just played, laughed, and were unapologetically yourself. Your biggest concerns were which game to play next or how to avoid eating your vegetables. But then you grew up. The world got complicated. Suddenly, you had to fit into molds and follow a million unwritten rules. You stopped being yourself and started trying to be what everyone else expected. Here’s the thing: adulthood makes being yourself seem more complicated than it actually is. We just tend to forget because we are so busy. I probably fall for this more than you do. And the latest time was no longer than two days ago. So, I decided to have a conversation with my 7-year-old self again to see what he would have to say. Here’s what he came up with: Own Your Flaws Remember that time you proudly showed off your scraped knee? Your flaws are like that scab—they're part of your story. Show them off. They make you real and relatable. Perfect is boring. Ditch the Approval Addiction Now that you’re an adult, it’s time to value your own opinion. Make decisions that feel right for you, not ones that will get you more likes. Get Comfortable with Boredom Remember those endless summer days with nothing to do? Boredom was your playground for creativity. Nowadays, you’re so plugged in that you forgot how to be alone with your thoughts. Unplug. Embrace boredom. It’s where your true self is hiding. Less is More As a kid, your room had a few treasured toys. Those were enough to fill your days with joy. Stop cluttering your life to seem interesting. Focus on a few passions and dive deep. Mastery is sexy. Spreading yourself thin is not. Radical Honesty You know us kids—we’re brutally honest. We’ll tell you if your breath stinks or your joke isn’t funny. Since you became an adult, you sugarcoat everything. Start telling the truth, even when it’s awkward. Radical honesty builds trust and dismantles fake personas. It’s liberating. Try it. You’ll remember how good it feels. Celebrate Your Weirdness Remember your obsession with dinosaurs and shiny pebbles? Those quirks made you special. Lean into your freakishness. Whether it’s a bizarre hobby, a unique style, an unconventional belief. Embrace it. Weird is memorable. Normal is forgettable. Question Everything Why don’t you keep asking “why” anymore? Never stop being curious. Question societal norms, personal beliefs, even your own thoughts. Hell, even question my advice while you’re at it. Critical thinking and lifelong learning are keys to authenticity. Well, I got schooled by a 7-year-old, and I guess he’s right. Sometimes, the best advice comes from our younger, more honest selves. Turns out, adulting is just a fancier term for finding our way back to that kid who knew exactly how to be real. Final Thoughts Embracing your true self is a powerful journey. It requires courage, self-reflection, and vulnerability. This week, take one step towards being more authentic—whether it’s owning your flaws, being brutally honest, or ditching the need for approval. Share your journey with me, and let’s inspire others to do the same. Authenticity attracts real connections, builds trust, and leads to a fulfilling life. Remember, in a world full of copies, your true self is your greatest asset. Strategizingly yours, Ben. P.S. If you found this newsletter helpful, don’t be selfish. Forward it to a friend who needs to hear this message too. P.P.S Are you that friend? Well, your buddy is awesome for sharing. Why don't you subscribe and be the one spreading the wisdom next week? Everyone's obsessed with being unique, and trying to stand out is ruining your life. We’ve all been there—scrolling through social media, watching everyone show off their 'unique' lives. You feel the pressure to outdo them, to be different. But all it does is stress you out and make you feel inadequate. People are bending over backward to craft an image. I myself have fallen for it. I’ve changed my brand's headline at least 10 times in the past 4 months.. always chasing something I thought would stand out. The reality is, anytime you’re “trying” to be unique, you’re going further from who you are. It's kind of like wearing a mask that tightens in every attempt to stand out. Eventually, it becomes suffocating, and it cuts off your true self and leaves you gasping for authenticity. When I try to "brand myself" as someone I'm not, it shows in my writing. It doesn’t feel authentic. It definitely doesn’t feel good. The pressure to be unique is just exhausting and counterproductive. Instead of chasing uniqueness, why not embrace conformity? Here’s why it’s the smarter choice. Why you should just Conform You don’t need to be unique. In fact, you should just conform. Yes, you heard me right. Fit in, follow the crowd, do what everyone else is doing. Stop wasting your energy trying to stand out. Conformity is underrated. Conformity means: You get along with others You fit in You reduce the friction in your life. You get along with others You fit in You reduce the friction in your life. Being like everyone else is easier. It’s less stressful. Think about it. When was the last time trying to be different made you happy? Probably never. So just conform . It’s the path of least resistance. Don’t you want an easy life? So just conform But conforming isn’t about losing yourself. Au contraire my friend, it’s about finding where you naturally fit. And guess what? The best way to fit in is to be yourself. Authenticity is the ultimate form of conformity. When you stop pretending and start being who you truly are, you find your place without even trying. When you stop pretending and start being who you truly are, you find your place without even trying. When you stop trying to be someone you're not, you’ll find that you naturally stand out. Your true self is unique enough. Plus, everyone else is already taken. Authenticity is magnetic; it draws people in because it’s refreshing. The Problem with Trying Too Hard Well, first, it almost always backfires. It’s like trying to swim upstream when you could just float with the current. It sounds noble and all, but it usually gets you nowhere. Just look at social media influencers: They start off unique, but as they chase more followers, they begin to mimic what’s already popular. They post the same filtered photos, use the same buzzwords, and promote the same products. They blend in with each other, all while desperately trying to stand out. They start off unique, but as they chase more followers, they begin to mimic what’s already popular. They post the same filtered photos, use the same buzzwords, and promote the same products. They blend in with each other, all while desperately trying to stand out. Constant comparison leads to higher rates of anxiety and depression. When you’re always measuring yourself against others , you’ll always find someone who seems more unique, more successful, more everything. measuring yourself against others And that’s a losing game. Think about your own life. Remember that time you tried to dress differently to impress others, but then you felt uncomfortable and out of place? Or when you forced yourself to take on hobbies that didn’t interest you just to seem more interesting? How did that work out for you? My guess: not well. Embracing Your True Self. Here’s the truth: The only way to truly stand out is to stop trying to stand out. The only way to truly stand out is to stop trying to stand out. Reflect on your strengths. Your quirks. Your passions . That’s where your real uniqueness is hiding. passions When you conform to who you truly are, you become authentic. And authenticity is magnetic. It’s rare, it’s refreshing, and it draws people in because it’s real. Look at Doug DeMuro, probably the quirkiest of them all. Doug started by making car review videos that were anything but ordinary. People laughed at his eccentric style, his fascination with weird car features, and his goofy persona. But Doug didn’t try to change to fit in; he embraced his quirks and kept being himself. And guess what? It worked. He is a massive success. His YouTube channel alone has over 4.83 million subscribers. He’s racked up over a billion views. But Doug didn’t stop there. He leveraged his authentic self to create Cars & Bids, a platform for buying and selling cars. And let me tell you.. this is not just a hobby. Cars & Bids is a business that has already done over $230 million in sales. Authenticity builds trust Authenticity builds trust Doug’s authenticity built trust with his audience. You know that when Doug reviews a car, he’s giving his genuine opinion. You trust him because he’s real. It’s what turned his quirky hobby into a successful career and business. The best part is, when you embrace your true self , you stop competing with others. That’s when you start creating your own path. true self Authenticity breeds trust, and trust builds a loyal audience. Your quirks and passions are your greatest assets, so stop hiding them. When you stop pretending, you make space for real growth . When you stop pretending, you make space for real growth How to be yourself: an adult guide. How to be yourself: an adult guide. Remember when you were a kid? Life was simple. You did things because they felt right. You didn’t worry about being unique or fitting in; you just played, laughed, and were unapologetically yourself. Your biggest concerns were which game to play next or how to avoid eating your vegetables. But then you grew up. The world got complicated. Suddenly, you had to fit into molds and follow a million unwritten rules. You stopped being yourself and started trying to be what everyone else expected. Here’s the thing: adulthood makes being yourself seem more complicated than it actually is. We just tend to forget because we are so busy. I probably fall for this more than you do. And the latest time was no longer than two days ago. So, I decided to have a conversation with my 7-year-old self again to see what he would have to say. Here’s what he came up with: Own Your Flaws Own Your Flaws Remember that time you proudly showed off your scraped knee? Your flaws are like that scab—they're part of your story. Show them off. They make you real and relatable. Perfect is boring. Ditch the Approval Addiction Ditch the Approval Addiction Now that you’re an adult, it’s time to value your own opinion. Make decisions that feel right for you, not ones that will get you more likes. Get Comfortable with Boredom Get Comfortable with Boredom Remember those endless summer days with nothing to do? Boredom was your playground for creativity. Nowadays, you’re so plugged in that you forgot how to be alone with your thoughts. Unplug. Embrace boredom. It’s where your true self is hiding. Less is More Less is More As a kid, your room had a few treasured toys. Those were enough to fill your days with joy. Stop cluttering your life to seem interesting. Focus on a few passions and dive deep. Mastery is sexy. Spreading yourself thin is not. Radical Honesty Radical Honesty You know us kids—we’re brutally honest. We’ll tell you if your breath stinks or your joke isn’t funny. Since you became an adult, you sugarcoat everything. Start telling the truth, even when it’s awkward. Radical honesty builds trust and dismantles fake personas. It’s liberating. Try it. You’ll remember how good it feels. Celebrate Your Weirdness Celebrate Your Weirdness Remember your obsession with dinosaurs and shiny pebbles? Those quirks made you special. Lean into your freakishness. Whether it’s a bizarre hobby, a unique style, an unconventional belief. Embrace it. Weird is memorable. Normal is forgettable. Question Everything Question Everything Why don’t you keep asking “why” anymore? Never stop being curious. Question societal norms, personal beliefs, even your own thoughts. Hell, even question my advice while you’re at it. Critical thinking and lifelong learning are keys to authenticity. Well, I got schooled by a 7-year-old, and I guess he’s right. Sometimes, the best advice comes from our younger, more honest selves. Turns out, adulting is just a fancier term for finding our way back to that kid who knew exactly how to be real. Final Thoughts Final Thoughts Embracing your true self is a powerful journey. It requires courage, self-reflection, and vulnerability. This week, take one step towards being more authentic—whether it’s owning your flaws, being brutally honest, or ditching the need for approval. Share your journey with me, and let’s inspire others to do the same. Authenticity attracts real connections, builds trust, and leads to a fulfilling life. Remember, in a world full of copies, your true self is your greatest asset. Strategizingly yours, Ben. P.S. If you found this newsletter helpful, don’t be selfish. Forward it to a friend who needs to hear this message too. P.S. If you found this newsletter helpful, don’t be selfish. Forward it to a friend who needs to hear this message too. P.P.S Are you that friend? Well, your buddy is awesome for sharing. Why don't you subscribe and be the one spreading the wisdom next week? P.P.S Are you that friend? Well, your buddy is awesome for sharing. Why don't you subscribe subscribe and be the one spreading the wisdom next week?

Standing Out is Overrated: You Should Just Conform Instead

স্ট্যান্ডিং আউট ওভাররেট করা হয়েছে: পরিবর্তে আপনার কেবল মানিয়ে নেওয়া উচিত

Auffallen wird überbewertet: Passen Sie sich stattdessen einfach an

Destacar está sobrevalorado: en su lugar, deberías conformarte

Se démarquer est surfait : vous devriez plutôt vous conformer

दूसरों से अलग दिखना अतिशयोक्ति है: आपको इसके बजाय बस अनुरूप होना चाहिए

目立つことは過大評価されている：代わりに従うべき

눈에 띄는 것은 과대평가되었습니다: 대신 순응해야 합니다

Destacar-se é superestimado: você deveria apenas se conformar

Выделение переоценено: вместо этого вам следует просто соответствовать

Öne Çıkmak Abartılıyor: Bunun Yerine Uyum Sağlamalısınız

Nổi bật được đánh giá quá cao: Thay vào đó bạn chỉ nên tuân thủ

脱颖而出被高估了：你应该顺从

According to the , transportation alone contributes 29 percent of US greenhouse gas emissions and according to the , approximately 1.35 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes, but self-driving cars are coming to fix this, with multi-billion dollar tech and motor companies like Google, Uber, Ford, and General Motors betting on the future of transportation to be one with electric, autonomous and shared vehicles. United States Environmental Protection Agency World Health Organization The self-driving future will liberate the from owning cars, cars will not be owned by the average person but rather they will be an affordable service provided by large tech and motor manufacturing companies. 68% of the world's population that live in cities in 2050 The self-driving future is one where autonomous vehicles will no longer be fiction, one where vehicles will be fully functional without any need for human intervention or manual navigation. Autonomous vehicles will be faster, easier, safer, and better for the planet, and without the cost of drivers and gasoline, prices fall dramatically making this new technology more available to the general public. The driverless future of transportation is one where because of the automation of cars by computers, car crashes will be seen as rare rather than inevitable tragedies. With transportation becoming an affordable service with widespread availability, the driverless future will see the elderly and disabled having access to cheap and convenient transportation. Self-driving cars are the future, but many argue that the driverless future is most times oversold for what it is, as so much optimism hides the many obstacles on the road to the self-driving future, many of which include; Congestion Space is a valuable and important resource in urban areas, but with transportation being cheaper due to the elimination of drivers and gasoline, more people will opt into self-driving vehicles as a means of commuting, thus increasing the number of cars on the road. One major suggestion to remedy the congestion due to the increase in the number of vehicles is to build more and bigger roads, but larger roads only work for a while, because as roads improve, more people drive, making it just as congested as it was before. The construction and enlargement of roads will also cause another huge problem, larger road further push city buildings apart from one another and increasing commute time. Non-autonomous vehicles , customers have been slow to adopt this new technology and this poses a great obstacle to the driverless future Electric vehicles made up less than 2 percent of new car sales in the US in 2019 Combine the low sales of electric vehicles with , where a single car is capable of slowing down a whole city, It will only take a single non-self driving car to slow down a lot of self-driving cars behind it. traffic waves A by the University of Cambridge estimates that self-driving vehicles will be able to ease traffic flow by 35% but only when the cars were communicating with each other and driving cooperatively. Self-driving cars will only be able to achieve their goal of increasing traffic flow when almost all cars on the road are fully autonomous. study Safety A lot of concern has been drawn to the safety issues that may arise with the implementation of self-driving vehicles with flawed reading ability, accidents may occur due to its inability of driverless cars to read road signs or lines on the road in hazy or foggy weather conditions. The ability of self-driving cars to communicate with others on the road may also be hindered due to bad network connection thus posing a threat to passengers’ safety. For an autonomous vehicle to be able to transport passengers safely it will need to be able to know what everybody on the road is thinking and predict how pedestrians, cars, birds, and even debris are going to act. Driverless cars must also be able to properly read lines of roads and road signs in bad weather conditions. To ensure the safety of passengers, many believe that self-driving cars would only work efficiently when Artificial Intelligence is advanced to the point that cars are as smart as humans. Security Any computer device connected to the internet is vulnerable to hacking, A lot of concern has been drawn by the fact that hackers can remotely gain access to its contents, passengers’ personal information, or use it in acts of terrorism. Other dangers to be aware of are the theft of private data and even gaining remote access to a cell phone connected to the car via Bluetooth and if a hacker gets into the system, they can control every aspect of the car. Self-driving vehicles may also be more susceptible to malware. Because these cars rely heavily on the software to function, unexpected malfunctions with software systems may lead to accidents. If Autonomous cars aren’t the answer, what is? With all the potential shortcomings of autonomous electric vehicles, many are left wondering what the future of transportation is, one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to move huge groups of people is Public transit, but with more people opting for autonomous vehicles in the future, the funding of public transport facilities by governments will start to diminish. Although not as efficient as public transit, another means of transportation that requires minimal infrastructure and has less degrading effects on the environment is making use of your feet; walking, skateboarding, cycling, and using electric scooters. Another answer to the problem of transit is the increase in the price of tolls and parking fees with demand, further incentivizing people not to drive but to make use of public transit and in turn reduce traffic congestion. Autonomous cars are the future of transportation, they have the potential to completely change our cities, free up our commuting time, give the elderly and disabled people a convenient means of commuting and reduce the rates of road accidents, but to achieve all these we need to fix the many problems of the driverless future that are being overlooked.

4 Overlooked Challenges to Our Shiny Self-Driving Future

You might already know that Ether (ETH) is the primary currency used to fund Initial Coin Offerings. That’s because Ethereum network supports smart contracts, which make ICO participation easier and more secure. It’s relatively easy to get Ether on most of the cryptocurrency exchanges. At the moment, it’s the second largest cryptocurrency with $45 billion market cap. Where to buy Ethereum Over 7000 cryptocurrency markets are trading more than 1300 different cryptocurrencies. Some of the best sites to acquire Ether are: (user-friendly, minimum deposit $1, via bank transfer or credit/debit card). Coinbase (user-friendly, minimum deposit $5, via bank transfer or credit/debit card). Bitstamp (for more experienced investors, minimal deposit $1, via bank transfer). GDAX (for more experienced investors, minimal deposit $1, via bank transfer). Gemini (for more experienced investors, minimal deposit $5, via bank transfer). Kraken (user-friendly, minimal deposit $25, via bank transfer and credit/debit card). BitPanda (user-friendly, minimal deposit $200, via bank transfer, credit/debit card or Paypal). eToro (for more experienced investors, minimal deposit $1, via bank transfer, Paypal or other cryptocurrencies). LocalEthereum All the sites with user-friendly interface make it easy to buy Ether. All you need to do is find an exchange that you favor. Pay attention to their transaction fees, since usually, credit/debit card deposits can be unreasonably expensive, although much quicker than the bank transfers. Buying Ether is simple, but can take some time. Check this step-by-step . The process is similar in all exchanges. tutorial by Coinbase Purchasing Ether with Bitstamp If you never bought cryptocurrencies before, please follow the steps below. Here, we’ve chosen to open a Bitstamp account to guide you through the process. 1. Go to www.bitstamp.net 2. Create an account. 3. After you click register, your login credentials will be sent to the specified email address. Use them to log in to the site. 4. As soon as you log in, you’ll be asked to change your password to new one. Include at least one upper and lowercase letter and number to make it more secure. After that, re-login using your new password. It’s also recommended to enable two-factor authentication, but you can do that later on. 5. If you click Buy / Sell option on the top header, you will be asked to verify your account. Depositing without verification is impossible. Click on “verify your account” to proceed. 6. You’ll be asked to choose between verifying a personal or corporate account. Select a personal one (unless you’re a corporation) and fill in all the required details about yourself, including a copy of ID card, proof of residence and other documents. Make sure that the pictures you upload are high-quality; otherwise, the verification request will be denied. 7. It might take a while, but if you followed all of the instructions, you should be verified within 30 minutes. Now we can make our first deposit and proceed to buy Ether. 8. Choose “Deposit” from the main menu. 9. On the right side, you will see many deposit options. If you want to buy Ether with fiat, choose between EU bank, International Bank or Credit Card options. 10. Be mindful that different deposit methods come with different fees. For that, see . Bitstamp fee schedule 11. Select your most suitable payment option, the amount you wish to deposit and make the transfer. Bank transfers usually take one day to complete. Credit card transfers happen almost immediately. 12. Depending on your deposit method, you might have to wait for your money to arrive. Once your account is topped-up, pick the ETH/EUR trading option in the top-left corner. 13. Head to Buy/Sell section and select “Buy ETH”, since it’s the simplest purchase method. 14. Enter the amount which you want to spend on ETH and click Buy. Your newly acquired Ether will be credited to your account immediately. 15. Congratulations! Your first Ethereum purchase made simple. After you’re done with purchasing Ethereum tokens, it is highly recommended to transfer your coins to a private ERC 20 Wallet. To transfer your Ether from Bitstamp, go to Withdraw section and select Ethereum (ETH). You’ll see an easy to follow withdrawal window. Fill in your ERC20 Ethereum wallet address, select the amount and withdraw your Ether. P.S. You will also have to confirm it by email. How to exchange your Bitcoins to Ethereum? If you’re already holding Bitcoin, you might find it handy to convert some of it to Ether to participate in the ICO. According to your situation, we put up several tools that might help. Do it on your currency exchange If you don’t have ETH, but hold other coins like BTC or another altcoin, swapping your currencies into ETH is extremely easy. Most exchanges (Coinbase, Bitstamp, Gemini, etc.) will allow you to trade the BTC/ETH pair instantly and with little fees. Use ShapeShift.io A lot of people choose to keep their Bitcoins or other coins off exchanges and rightfully so. That’s why we decided to create this simple guide on how to change your Bitcoins (or altcoins) to Ether via inexpensive and straightforward service . ShapeShift.io Two things that you’ll need before using ShapeShift to convert your Bitcoins or other coins to Ethereum are: 1. A wallet with Bitcoins or altcoins. 2. An ERC20 compatible Ethereum wallet. Check out our guide on . how to get one As soon as you have these in place, head to . ShapeShift.io 1. The first thing to do is to select your deposit coin. It can be any coin that you hold in your wallet, but for the sake of this tutorial, we’ll choose Bitcoin. 2. Next, you’ll need to select an asset to receive, which is Ether. Also, pick the precise option above the continue button. It helps you to get a better rate and indicates that you know precisely how much Bitcoin you’re going to exchange. If you don’t know yet, use the quick option. For a more in-depth explanation of the difference between the two, check the . ShapeShift blog 3. Click continue and you will be taken to the following page. 4. First, you have to enter how much Bitcoin you want to exchange for Ether. In this case, the amount is 0.1 BTC. Then, enter your Ether wallet address (destination) and Bitcoin wallet address in case the transaction fails. In such case, it will be safely returned there. Lastly, check “I agree to Terms” button and click Start Transaction. 5. If you did everything correctly, you should see the similar window. Here you can see a Bitcoin wallet address where you need to send your Bitcoin to complete the transaction. 6. You’ll have 5 minutes to complete the transaction. Copy the wallet address under Send This Amount To field. 7. Open your Bitcoin wallet and send the Bitcoins to the given address. If you’ve selected “precise”, make sure to enter the same amount as you specified. 8. Soon after you send your Bitcoin, you should notice that the status bar has updated. 9. Now, waiting is all is left. It will take ~30 minutes for your Ether to arrive in your wallet. 10. When the transaction is completed, you’ll see the status bar changing once again and the Ether should be in your wallet. Here you have it! You’ve successfully converted your Bitcoins or other altcoins to Ethereum and can participate in ICO. If you like the service, it’s worth noting that ShapeShift also has a convenient app for both and . Android iOS Use Changelly If for some reason, you prefer to avoid ShapeShift, an alternative way is to use . Changelly is another service that lets you turn your coins into other coins. It requires registration; therefore, it’s slightly more convenient than Shapeshift if you’re planning to use the service multiple times. Changelly Again, we’ll be turning Bitcoins into Ether. To make it happen, make sure that you have set up an Ethereum wallet beforehand. If you don’t have it yet, . see our guide on how to open one Go to and select BTC (you have) and ETH (you get). Enter the amount of Bitcoin that you want to turn to Ether and click exchange. www.changelly.com 2. Changelly will ask you to open an account. Sign up as a new user to continue with your transaction. 3. As soon as you sign up, you’ll be taken to transaction window. Double check the amounts and click next. 4. Enter your Ether’s wallet address where you want to receive your freshly acquired Ether. Click next. 5. Confirm the payment and hit make payment to proceed. 6. On the next page, you’ll see Bitcoins wallet address and QR code. Send the Bitcoins you wish to exchange there. Make sure to send the amount you specified before. 7. That’s it! You can close the window once you complete the payment. Once the transaction is completed, you’ll get a notification to your email. : Since both Shapeshift.io and Changelly.com operate on a similar principle, it is handy to compare both services simultaneously to see which one offers a better deal for a specific transaction. Pro Tip What to do next? Once you get a grip on your Ether, it’s time to make use of it. Again, if there are any uncertainties, which helps you to create an ICO compatible Ether wallet and describes the ICO process. see our other guide Also, keep an eye on your for further updates. If you need help, don’t hesitate to contact us. Take care! website

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