Crypto trading is the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies and digital assets for profit, conducted on centralised exchanges, decentralised exchanges, and over-the-counter desks. It spans spot, margin, derivatives, and algorithmic strategies, with prices driven by liquidity, sentiment, and on-chain activity. It is a primary use case and liquidity source for the broader crypto-asset market.
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- Traders operate on order-book exchanges and automated market makers, using stablecoins as a quote currency and liquidity bridge between volatile assets. The space is characterised by 24/7 markets, high volatility, leverage availability, and significant exposure to exchange counterparty risk, custody practices, and evolving regulation.