How did crypto go mainstream?

<p>Marketed as a new way to pay, a step into an exciting future, or a way of taking back control against governments and financial institutions - cryptocurrency has become a rapid growth market for societies across the world.</p><p>But how have we got here? In this Which? Investigation we discover how despite social media being awash with celebrities endorsing these new digital currencies, they’re anything but a safe and stable investment. </p><p>Read our <a href="https://www.which.co.uk/money/investing/types-of-investment/what-is-bitcoin-cryptocurrencies-explained-al8xl8z8469d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cryptocurrency explained</a> article to find out more or <a href="https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/reporting-fraud-and-cyber-crime" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">report suspected fraud activity to Action Fraud</a>. </p>