Cryptocurrency is one of the things that everyone has heard of, but some can explain it without pulling a chart or two. At its simplest, cryptocurrency is a digital asset not issued or controlled by any central authority (such as a bank or government). In its heart, cryptocurrency is about freedom, transparency, and cutting the middleman. Bitcoin, the original cryptocurrency, is accepted by thousands of retailers, online platforms, and even some local coffee shops. Cryptocurrency is not for everyone, and that’s fine.