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Author: Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

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Cryptocurrency

Is Cryptocurrency Fake Money?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're wondering why cryptocurrencies have become so popular and what they're used to buy, this is why they have…

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Stocks for Beginners

2022 TFSA Limit: 3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

With less than a week to go until the TFSA limit is increased for 2022, here are three of the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Can Air Canada Stock Finally Rebound in 2022?

| Daniel Da Costa

After two years of the pandemic impacting Air Canada stock considerably, can it finally start to rebound in 2022 and…

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Cryptocurrency

USDC vs. USDT: Is There a Difference Between the 2 Stable Coins?

| Daniel Da Costa

USDC and USDT are two of the most popular cryptocurrencies. But what is the point of having stable coins that…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dependable High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are a dividend investor that prefers to own high-yield dividend stocks, here are three of the best to…

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Cryptocurrency

While the Stock Market Might is Closed For the Holidays, These 3 Cryptocurrencies are Soaring

| Daniel Da Costa

These three cryptocurrencies are some of the best you can buy for the long haul, and each had a strong…

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Cryptocurrency

Forget Meme Coins: Here Are 3 Cryptocurrencies You’ll Have Confidence Buying for the Long Haul

| Daniel Da Costa

With cryptocurrencies offering so much potential for investors, I'd forget about meme coins and focus on finding the best long-term…

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Cryptocurrency

Is It Too Late to Invest in Cryptocurrencies?

| Daniel Da Costa

Although cryptocurrencies have been on a significant rally for almost two years now, it's still early, creating some major opportunities…

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Cryptocurrency

3 of My Top Cryptocurrency Investments Heading Into 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

After two years of impressive gains from the cryptocurrency industry, here are three of my top investments heading into 2022.

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Cryptocurrency

3 Ethereum Competitors That Could Outperform Ether in 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

While Ethereum is still one of the top blockchains that exists, here are three cryptocurrencies that could outperform Ethereum's native…

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Cryptocurrency

5 Predictions for the Cryptocurrency Industry in 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are five predictions that I believe we will see in the high-potential cryptocurrency industry throughout the next 12 months.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Double Your Money in 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

As we approach 2022, here are three of the best Canadian stocks to buy that each have a tonne of…

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Cryptocurrency

Ethereum Price: Is Ether Still a Good Investment?

| Daniel Da Costa

After the price of Ethereum has gained more than 450% each of the last two years, is Ether still a…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Greenlane Renewables Stock Soared by More Than 10% Thursday Morning

| Daniel Da Costa

Greenlane Renewables stock, one of the top cleantech stocks for Canadian investors, is rallying considerably this morning. Here's why.

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Cryptocurrency

Is Shiba Inu about to Surpass Dogecoins’ Market Cap?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Dogecoin underperforming lately, Shiba Inu now sits one spot back on the top valued cryptocurrencies list, but can it…

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Cryptocurrency

What Happened to Cryptocurrencies? Here Are the 3 Most Significant Headwinds the Industry Faces Today

| Daniel Da Costa

As the cryptocurrency industry has been in a downtrend for almost a month and a half now, is there any…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck and find cheap Canadian stocks to buy today, here…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Canadian Stock Industries to Find Investments in 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

As we head into the new year, here are three industries where Canadians can find some of the best stocks…

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Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Price: Is it Going to $100,000?

| Daniel Da Costa

After the recent selloff in the price of Bitcoin as well as the entire crypto industry, does it still have…

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Stocks for Beginners

Want to Begin Investing in 2022? Here Are 4 Stocks to Get Started

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian that's looking to start investing in 2022, here are four of the best stocks to help…

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Cryptocurrency

3 Lesser-Known Cryptocurrencies to Buy For 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

As we head into 2022, here are three of the best cryptocurrencies to buy.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s Why AcuityAds Stock Soared by More Than 10% on Monday

| Daniel Da Costa

AcuityAds, a high-potential Canadian tech stock, gained over 10% on Monday, rebounding from a months-long selloff. Here's why.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Green Energy Stocks to Buy for 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

As we finish the year and quickly approach 2022, here are three of the best green energy stocks to buy…

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Cryptocurrency

The Cryptocurrency Industry is Down Over 25% in 6 Weeks – Time to Panic or Buy the Dip?

| Daniel Da Costa

With the cryptocurrency industry having lost more than 25% of its value over the last six weeks, should investors be…

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Cryptocurrency

Are You Used to Investing in Stocks? Here’s How to Use that Knowledge to Research Cryptocurrencies

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are regularly used to investing in stocks, here's how you can use your knowledge of investing to research…

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Cryptocurrency

Is Cardano the Top Competitor to Ethereum?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cardano is one of the most exciting blockchain networks in the cryptocurrency space. But can it overtake Ethereum?

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Cryptocurrency

Shiba Inu Price: Should You Buy The Dip?

| Daniel Da Costa

After seeing its price fall by almost 60% over the last six weeks is Shiba Inu one of the best…

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Cryptocurrency

Will 2022 Be the Year of Solana?

| Daniel Da Costa

Solana is a top-five cryptocurrency and has rallied by more than 10,000% this year, but can it keep up this…

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Cryptocurrency

Are Metaverse Stocks the Best Investment Opportunity of This Generation?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a growth investor looking to buy high-potential stocks, the metaverse is one of the best opportunities to consider…

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Stocks for Beginners

Worried About Inflation in 2022? 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

As inflation continues to show no signs of slowing down, here are two of the top Canadian stocks to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

Lightspeed or Air Canada: Which Cheap Stock Should You Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Lightspeed and Air Canada stock trading so cheap today, which is the better company to invest in for the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Ahead of 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to shore up your portfolio as we head into 2022, here are three of the best Canadian…

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Cryptocurrency

Can You Still Get Rich With Cryptocurrencies?

| Daniel Da Costa

After the incredible rally with several cryptocurrencies over the last year, is it still possible to get rich investing in…

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Cryptocurrency

Are Cryptocurrencies Safe to Invest in?

| Daniel Da Costa

With all the volatility and speculation that goes on with cryptocurrencies, is it safe to invest in the high-potential industry?

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Cryptocurrency

Why Has Hut 8 Outperformed HIVE Stock So Significantly This Year?

| Daniel Da Costa

Hut 8 and Hive Blockchain are two of the most popular crypto mining stocks, but why have their performances in…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Unstoppable Canadian Growth Stocks You Can Buy Right Now for Less Than $100

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a growth investor looking for a top Canadian stock to buy now, these three companies offer exceptional long-term…

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Cryptocurrency

Is Ripple the Best Cryptocurrency to Buy for 2022?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Ripple's native token, XRP, losing ground to some of its other major competitors lately, is it still a good…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 of the Best Recovery Stocks to Buy While They’re Still Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck in this market environment, these two recovery stocks are…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Lesser-Known Canadian Stocks Trading Well Undervalued

| Daniel Da Costa

These two lesser-known Canadian stocks flying under the radar could be some of the most undervalued businesses to buy today.

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Cryptocurrency

Missed Out on Ethereum? Think Again: It’s Only Getting Started

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Ethereum has been one of the most impressive and consistent performers over the last year, it still has a…

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