Why is it called Wall Street?
The name Wall Street originates from an actual wall built in the late 17th century by the Dutch, who were living in what was then called New Amsterdam and is…
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What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that does not have a central bank or single administrator. Below is my very introductory summary of bitcoin. I could go on for multiple…
How did eBay get its name?
eBay.com got its name from the company name, The Echo Bay Technology Company. Pierre Omidyar created the website AuctionWeb in 1995. AuctionWeb was the predecessor to the modern day eBay website….
Why are dollars referred to as bucks?
Like many others words, the etymology of this word isn’t 100% clear, but strong evidence suggests that a dollar is called a “buck” thanks to the deer. A male deer…