What are DEX and CEX?
CEX (Centralized Exchange): These are cryptocurrency trading platforms managed by a centralized company. Examples: Binance, Coinbase, Kraken.
DEX (Decentralized Exchange): These are platforms without intermediaries, where transactions are executed through smart contracts on blockchains. Examples: Uniswap, PancakeSwap, dYdX.
What are the pros and cons of CEX compared to DEX?:
- Custody: CEX: The exchange holds your funds (risk of hacks). DEX: You have full control of your funds (self-custody).
- Privacy: CEX: Requires KYC (identification). DEX: Does not require KYC (anonymity).
- Liquidity: CEX: High (deep markets). DEX: Depends on liquidity providers (pools).
- Fees: CEX: Trading and withdrawal fees. DEX: Gas fees (network costs on Ethereum, BSC, etc.).
- Leverage: CEX: Offers margin and futures. Some DEX have futures (e.g., dYdX).
- Speed: CEX: Fast transactions (off the blockchain). DEX: Slower (depends on network congestion). |
- Listed tokens: CEX: Limited (requires approval). DEX: Anyone can list a token (risk of scams).
- Support: CEX: Customer support. DEX: No support (everything is self-managed).
I personally use both types, but I lean more towards CEX, I believe they have more advantages than DEX. #Binance has evolved and improved every day, and you can see this in the creation of the new functionality of
#Tradingenvivo What to consider when choosing between a CEX and a DEX?
If you prefer self-custody, choose DEX. If you trust a regulated company, use CEX.
If you do not want KYC, DEX is the best option.
For high-volume trading, CEX is usually better.
If you want leverage, CEX is more common.
DEX can be more complex for beginners.
· Any advice for someone using a DEX for the first time?
Use a secure wallet. Start with a small amount of money. Check the fees (gas fees). Learn about slippage. Avoid phishing scams
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