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How crypto markets work
Start with the difference between a blockchain, an exchange and the asset you trade. Learn what a quoted price actually represents.
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Crypto Trading Guide
Learn how crypto markets work, plan spot trades and analyse futures, perpetuals and decentralised markets. Follow eight stages from foundational concepts to advanced research and risk management.
Start with How crypto markets work, then follow the next lesson links. Explore 32 lessons with worked examples, exercises and further reading.
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Crypto Foundations
Understand digital assets, custody, trading pairs and the market before placing a trade.
Beginner
Coins tokens and stablecoins explained
A coin, a token and a stablecoin can carry very different rights and risks. Classify the instrument before comparing its price.
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Wallets custody and safe transfers
A correct trading decision can still fail through an incorrect transfer. Learn how custody, networks and transaction checks fit together.
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Trading pairs quotes and return calculations
Read the base asset and quote asset first. Then calculate returns in the currency that matters to your portfolio.
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