CIM Academy

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internet's next chapter.

We explain Web3, crypto, blockchain and AI in language anyone can understand.

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What is CIM Academy

Your starting point for Web3

CIM Academy is the free learning hub from Crypto India Magazine. We explain how crypto, blockchain, Web3 and AI work, starting from the basics. Whether you have no technical background, or you have one but are new to Web3 and everything under it, we write every lesson to be easy to read and easy to understand.

CIM Academy does not give financial advice and does not recommend what to buy or sell. We only educate.

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What Is Cryptocurrency? A Complete Beginner’s Guide

Cryptocurrency is digital money secured by cryptography and run on a decentralized…
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What Is Blockchain and How Does It Work?

Blockchain is a decentralized, distributed digital ledger that records transactions across a…
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What Is Web3? A Beginner’s Guide to the Ownership Web

Web3 is a vision of an internet built on blockchains, where users…
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Learn how crypto works, how to use it safely, how it is taxed in India, and more.

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Learn how a blockchain stores records that are hard to change.

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Learn how people own digital assets and use apps without a company in control.

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Learn how artificial intelligence (AI) works, from machine learning to generative AI.

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Is CIM Academy free?
Yes. Every lesson is free to read, and you do not need to sign up.
Who is this for?
Anyone starting out. The lessons assume no prior knowledge and explain each term the first time it comes up.
Is any of this financial advice?
No. CIM Academy is educational. We explain how things work, not what to buy or sell. Always do your own research before making any decision.
Do you cover India specifically?
Yes. Alongside the global basics, we explain the rules and realities that apply in India, such as the 30% tax and 1% TDS on crypto.
How often do you add lessons?
Regularly. We publish new lessons and keep the existing ones updated as the space changes.

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