How to buy NEM (XEM)

You can buy NEM (XEM) on a cryptocurrency exchange like Uphold. These specialized marketplaces allow you to buy and sell cryptocurrencies, and work similar to stock trading platforms. New Economy Movement (NEM) is a blockchain platform that powers the Smart Asset System. Here's how to buy NEM.

Where to buy NEM

Find an exchange to buy, sell and trade XEM by comparing deposit methods, supported fiat currencies and fees. Select Go to site to sign up directly with the provider.

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Uphold Digital Money Platform		Bank transfer, Credit card, Debit card, Bank transfer (SEPA), Google Pay	USD, GBP, AUD, EUR, CAD, CNY, JPY, SGD, INR, NZD	217 cryptocurrencies	Refer a friend to earn US$20 — $10 for you and $10 for the person you refer. Use the Uphold app to trade between 200+ cryptos and other assets in a single click.	Go to site View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
KuCoin Cryptocurrency Exchange		Cryptocurrency, PayPal, Wire transfer, Credit or Debit Card, SEPA	USD, EUR, GBP, RUB, CNY, AUD, KRW, JPY, TRY, VND	660 cryptocurrencies	Sign up and get up to US$10 in rewards. Make trades to get up to US$500 in rewards. T&Cs apply. Browse a variety of coin offerings in one of the largest multi-cryptocurrency exchanges and pay in cryptocurrency.	Go to site View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Paybis Cryptocurrency Exchange		Bank transfer, Debit card, Neteller, Credit or Debit Card	EUR, GBP, USD, AUD, CAD, PHP, SGD, CHF, HKD, JPY & 30+ more	404 cryptocurrencies	Buy Bitcoin and other popular cryptocurrencies with credit card or debit card on this digital cryptocurrency exchange. US residents: Restricted in the following states - NY, CT, NM, WA, HI, AL, VT, FL, AK, NV.	Go to site View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Robinhood Crypto		Bank transfer, Cash, Debit card	USD	76 cryptocurrencies	Trade a handful of leading cryptocurrencies with this easy to use mobile app.	Go to site View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Huobi Cryptocurrency Exchange		AdvCash, Cryptocurrency, Wire transfer, SWIFT	GBP, USD, AUD, EUR, INR, BRL, KHR, CAD,CNY, NZD, RUB	569 cryptocurrencies	Huobi is a digital currency exchange that allows its users to trade more than 190 cryptocurrency pairs.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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How do I find the best places to buy NEM?

Cryptocurrency exchanges offer similar services, but differ in a few key ways – mainly fees, the range of cryptos available and payment methods. You can use our table to compare the features of popular cryptocurrency exchanges available in the US to help you choose the one that's right for you.

Some other factors you may want to consider are customer support, user reviews, ease of use and whether or not the exchange is registered with a local regulator. This information can be found by clicking on the exchange name in the table which will take you to its review page.

What will I need to buy NEM?

To create an account on any cryptocurrency exchange you will need an email address. Some exchanges may also ask for a phone number and photo ID, so it's a good idea to have those ready.

An increasing number of cryptocurrency exchanges will ask to verify your identity before you can deposit funds and start trading NEM.

• This process is known as Know Your Customer (KYC) and usually requires photo ID and a webcam or smartphone. You may also need to prove your address by uploading a copy of a recent bank statement or utility bill.
• Some exchanges allow you to deposit and trade cryptocurrencies without passing KYC, but they will not allow you to transfer local currency from your bank account. So if you are planning on purchasing XEM with your local currency then you will need to pass KYC.
• Once you have verified your identity, it is a good idea to enable 2-factor authentication (2FA) before depositing any funds. This will increase the security of your account and help keep your funds safe.

Where can I buy NEM with a credit or debit card?

Once you've created an account, you will need to deposit funds to buy XEM with. You can either deposit local currency from a bank account or credit card, or transfer cryptocurrency from another exchange or wallet. Here are popular deposit methods to buy XEM on the following exchanges:

Platform	Bank deposit	Card deposit	Crypto deposit	Buy XEM
				Go to Uphold Digital Money Platform
				Go to KuCoin Cryptocurrency Exchange
				Go to Paybis Cryptocurrency Exchange

• Bank account: Transfers from local bank accounts are usually free, but you will need to double-check this with the exchange you choose – this information can be found in our table by clicking on 'view details'.
• Credit or debit card: Linking a card to your account is another convenient way to top up your account, but be aware that it usually attracts an additional fee. An advantage, though, is that you can use a card to make instant purchases or set up a recurring purchase.
• Cryptocurrency: You can usually purchase XEM by trading it for another cryptocurrency like Bitcoin or a stablecoin. This varies between exchanges though, so you will need to search for XEM on the spot market to see what cryptocurrencies it can be traded for.

What is the easiest way to buy NEM?

The easiest way to buy XEM is by placing an 'instant buy' order to purchase it for a fixed price but not all crypto exchanges offer this feature.

Alternatively, you can open a trade on the spot market which allows you to set your own price – this is the most common way to purchase cryptocurrency. Using the instant buy feature is straightforward but typically more expensive than using the spot market.

Before buying XEM, you may want to check the market conditions. To help you decide if now is the right time to buy, you can take a look at our Analysis tools to get an idea of how the price of NEM has been performing recently.

Best NEM wallets to store your XEM

You can keep your XEM on the exchange you purchased it on, or move it to a personal wallet:

• Some people like to use their own wallets to guarantee total ownership over their assets, or to use them with other applications like DeFi services.
• Hardware wallets are typically considered to be the safest type of cryptocurrency wallet, as they use a physical device to enhance security in a number of ways. You can learn more about wallets and compare them with our comprehensive guide.

Is NEM a good investment?

Cryptocurrencies are risky and complicated, and buying any one of these volatile assets is a highly speculative move. With this in mind, it's important to carefully research any cryptocurrency before you buy. If you’re thinking of purchasing XEM, consider the following factors first:

• Importance score. NEM is designed to reward accounts that participate in the economy. The balance of an account, who transacts with that account and how much it transacts with others are all taken into consideration to calculate an account’s importance. This importance score then determines who is allowed to generate a block on the network.
• Harvesting. In the NEM system, harvesting is the process of generating blocks and earning the transaction fees in that block as a reward. In order to harvest, you’ll need to have a vested account balance of at least 10,000 XEM. When coins are added to your account, they start out as part of the unvested balance but become vested gradually over time.
• Governance. COMP token holders are able to actively participate in the development of the Compound platform. They can vote on governance issues and put forward community-led proposals. These topics range from the upgrade of outdated features to the addition of coins to the lending platform.
• Competition. NEM isn’t the only crypto focused on smart contracts or smart assets. Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA), Polygon (MATIC), Solana (SOL) all have significant public exposure and will be competing with NEM on one level or another for mass adoption.
• Use-case. In the real world, NEM’s Smart Assets System is designed to manage all manner of digital assets, including everything from stock ownership and loyalty rewards programs to supply chains and health records. It can also be used to create your own cryptocurrency or crowdfunding token.
• Funding team. NEM is backed by the Singapore-based NEM Foundation which has a mission to 'introduce, educate, and promote the use of the NEM blockchain technology platform on an international scale to all industries and institutions'.

Additional information about NEM can be found using our XEM analysis tools.

Today's NEM price versus ATH

Compare today's price of NEM ($0.0420308 USD) against its all-time-high price of $1.87 USD on 07 January 2018. The closer the bar is to 100%, the closer XEM is to reaching its ATH again.

How to trade, convert or sell NEM

1. Sign in to the exchange you have XEM on.
2. If you store your NEM in a digital wallet, compare crypto exchanges to convert or sell it on.
3. Choose Sell or Convert and place a sell order.
4. Choose the amount of XEM you'd like to convert or sell.
5. Confirm the sell price and fees and close your sale of NEM.
6. Complete your transaction and move your XEM to a wallet for storage.