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What Are Gas Fees and How Do They Work?

What Are Gas Fees and How Do They Work?

Update: 2025-08-28
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Ever tried to send $5 in crypto and got hit with a $50 fee? Welcome to the world of gas fees.

In this episode of New To Crypto Podcast, we break down:
✅ What gas fees are and why blockchains charge them
✅ Why Ethereum fees are often so high compared to other networks
✅ The top 3 blockchains with lower fees you can use today
✅ Practical tips to reduce your costs when sending, swapping, or investing

Gas fees don’t have to be confusing—or eat up your profits. Once you understand how they work, you’ll know how to plan your transactions smarter and save money in the process.

🎧 Tune in now and learn how to make gas fees work for you, not against you.

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What Are Gas Fees and How Do They Work?

What Are Gas Fees and How Do They Work?

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