Unlike traditional currencies, BitShares is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining BitShares. This decentralization means the holders and users of BitShares can help to maintain the network.
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase BitShares is through a reliable cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While BitShares can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like BitShares.
At the current market rate, it costs €0.00085 to purchase one BTS. Kraken makes it easy to buy & sell BitShares with confidence.
Yes, Kraken offers a secure and easy to buy €100 worth of BitShares. At its current price, €100 equals 117 096,0187 BTS.
Kraken employs advanced security measures, including encryption and account protection, to ensure your BitShares purchase is secure. However, while Kraken provides a secure platform, market volatility can still affect your BitShares investment. You should do your own research on BitShares price before buying.
The short answer is, it depends on your own individual circumstances and risk tolerance. For those that see a long term prospect behind decentralization, BitShares may be a worthwhile purchase.
Kraken supports a variety of government-issued fiat currencies, including US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Canadian Dollar (CAD), and others. For the full list of supported fiat currencies, please visit this article.
Kraken offers competitive fees for BitShares transactions, which are influenced by the trading amount and payment type. Learn more about Kraken’s fee structure.
You can buy as little as €10 worth of BitShares on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys (charges apply) so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of BitShares regularly.
To buy BitShares with PayPal on Kraken, deposit funds by selecting "Deposit" on your account homepage. Choose an asset like BitShares, select PayPal as the method and connect your PayPal account if needed. Enter the deposit amount, confirm, and once funds are added, use them to purchase BitShares.
You can buy BitShares using a debit card certain regions on Kraken. Learn more about our Supported currencies and payment methods here.
To buy BitShares using a credit card issued by a bank in France, navigate to the "Buy Crypto" section, add your card details and follow the steps to finalize the transaction. Debit & credit card purchases are available to Kraken users with Intermediate or Pro level verified accounts and residence in a supported country. Kraken accepts Visa or Mastercard that support 3D Secure (3DS) which is in the same legal name as your Kraken account.
Kraken makes it easy to buyBitShares using other cryptocurrencies. If the direct trading pair is not available, you can use Kraken's Convert feature to seamlessly swap any listed crypto for BitShares. Browse the BitShares markets available on Kraken or use the Convert tool to trade between hundreds of cryptocurrencies quickly and easily. For a complete list of trading pairs, visit the Kraken support center.
Yes, the BitShares you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your BitShares to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports BitShares. Simply enter the external wallet address and your BitShares will be in your wallet a few moments later.
We take every measure possible to keep the BitShares you choose to leave on Kraken secure and accessible to you. While we still believe the safest place for your crypto is in your own cryptocurrency wallet, we constantly strive to be as transparent and secure as possible when you trust us with your BitShares. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
The current circulating supply of BitShares is 2 994 265 808 BTS.
