#TradingPairs101

CEXvsDEX :

Centralized Exchanges (CEXs) like Binance or Coinbase are managed by companies, offering fast transactions and deep liquidity, but require users to give up custody of their funds. Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) like Uniswap or dYdX let users trade peer-to-peer via smart contracts, offering more control and privacy, but often with less liquidity and higher slippage.

OrderTypes;

Market orders execute instantly at the best available price. Limit orders let you set your desired price but may not fill. Stop orders trigger a buy/sell when a price is reached, useful for risk management.

Liquidity:

Liquidity is how easily an asset can be bought/sold without impacting its price. High liquidity = tight spreads + fast execution. Low liquidity = higher slippage and volatility.

TradingPairs;

A trading pair (e.g., BTC/USDT) shows the value of one asset against another. USDT pairs dominate on CEXs, while ETH and stablecoin pairs are common on DEXs.

CircleIPO;

Circle, the issuer of USDC, is preparing for an IPO. A successful listing could boost trust in stablecoins, increase USDC adoption, and potentially impact DeFi and TradFi integration.