Is bitcoin child's play? Why it's time to start educating youngsters on the risks of investing

Financial education vital post-Reddit and GameStop

Lauren Mason
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Last week, bitcoin hit the headlines for its dramatic 30% one-day price fall, which also marked a 50% tumble over the past month.

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