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In Alaska, there are multiple exchanges to choose from to buy coins like Waves (WAVES), Uniswap (UNI) and Cardano (ADA). Alaska also has 10 registered Bitcoin ATMs where you can buy Bitcoin on the go, with the most popular locations being . The most popular coin in Alaska in 2021 was Cardano, as reported by FinanceBuzz. Of course, there are more than 10,000 cryptocurrencies in existence, so who knows what Alaska's most popular coin will be next year.
With a personal per-capita income of $62,806 in Alaska, choosing the right exchange and coin to purchase is a big decision. The average person in Alaska earns the equivalent of roughly 1.59 BTC or 28.99 ETH per year. Follow these steps to buy the crypto of your choice:
Exchanges vary in what coins they list and wallets they support. For example, Coinmama Cryptocurrency Marketplace lists over 15 cryptocurrencies and eToro USA LLC Cryptocurrency Trading lists 79. Exchanges can also vary in deposit methods and fees. Confirm the platform supports any specific coins you're interested in before signing up.
Deposit Methods | Bank transfer Credit card Cryptocurrency Debit card Apple Pay Google Pay SWIFT ACH online banking |
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Deposit Fees | ACH deposit - Fees vary ($10 minimum deposit) Credit and debit card - Fees vary ($10 minimum deposit) Apple Pay or Google Pay - Fees vary ($10 minimum deposit) Crypto - Free |
Withdrawal Fees | FedWire withdrawal - $4-$35 Crypto - Fees vary depending on coin or token |
Trading Fees | Maker: 0-0.16% Taker: 0.1-0.26% |
No matter what exchange you choose, it's important to verify that it's available in Alaska. Some states have strict requirements, while others simply require a money transmitter license. Once you've settled on an exchange, you're required to complete "know your consumer" (KYC) requirements, which involves your name and proof of identification. You may also need to prove your address by uploading something like an insurance bill, a lease or a utility bill.
General steps to signing up with an exchange include:
Popular online wallets include Ledger, Trust Connect, MetaMask and Coinbase.
To buy crypto in Alaska, look for a crypto exchange that fits your needs. Consider using:
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Coinbase has over 80 cryptocurrencies available, including Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB). Transaction fees are calculated using a combination of factors, including your payment method, the order size and varying market conditions, like volatility.
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Yes, you can buy Waves in Alaska using an exchange like Public, Coinmama or CEX.IO. We recommend exploring a list of exchanges that support Waves and taking a deeper dive into how to buy Waves.
Yes, you can buy Uniswap in Alaska using an exchange like Public, Coinmama or CEX.IO. We recommend exploring a list of exchanges that support Uniswap and taking a deeper dive into how to buy Uniswap.
Yes, you can buy Cardano in Alaska using an exchange like Public, Coinmama or CEX.IO. We recommend exploring a list of exchanges that support Cardano and taking a deeper dive into how to buy Cardano.
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