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Is your crypto side hustle a scam? Identifying part-time job crypto scams
How does a part-time job in the world of crypto sound to you? To many, it's an exciting opportunity to be involved in a technology that's positively disrupting industries. The crypto sector can be thrilling, especially for those passionate about new technology and digital assets who want to merge their interests with a career.
Mar 26, 2025
Beginners
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P2P
Quick wins in P2P trading: Top tips for buyers and sellers
Welcome to OKX's P2P trading guide. Whether you're an experienced hand in the crypto world or just starting out, revisiting the fundamentals can help set you up for success. In the fast-paced world of trading, a solid foundation can make all the difference.
Mar 27, 2025
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P2P
Start your P2P trading career: a step-by-step guide
You might be sitting there thinking that trading crypto is an exclusive club for the privileged. But guess what? You're already qualified to join. You don't need deep pockets, just the right attitude and a few essentials:
Mar 27, 2025
Beginners
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Guide: crypto trading 101 for beginners
A comprehensive introduction to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading. With 24-hour trading volumes averaging around $50 billion this year, and often crossing $100 billion, cryptocurrency markets have grown significantly since their early years. Today, crypto market participants include a mix of retail and institutional traders, and digital assets — led by Bitcoin ( ) — are widely considered to be an alternative investment class.
Feb 28, 2025
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What are take profit and stop loss: crypto's fundamental risk management tools
Take profit and stop loss (TP/SL) are trading tactics that are meant to allow you to lock in gains or minimize losses as an asset's price changes. TP/SL are frequently used by traders of all experience levels to manage risk. If you're a beginner to cryptocurrency trading, it's worthwhile to understand how to use TP/SL as a fundamental stepping stone towards more complex . We're here to help.
Aug 29, 2024
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Safer crypto trading: how to spot scams in 2025
Scams have unfortunately emerged as a prominent and persistent challenge in the crypto space as bad actors lurk in the shadows. Backed by advanced technology and tools, these scams have become increasingly sophisticated and harder to identify.
Mar 14, 2025
Beginners
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4 tips to level up your USDT with Shark Fin
OKX Shark Fin offers a great opportunity to earn USDT without putting your principal at risk. If you are new to Shark Fin, be sure to check out our beginner's guide here . Here are four tips to help you level up your earnings using Shark Fin.
Apr 25, 2024
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How to buy/sell NFTs on OKX
The OKX NFT marketplace allows you to discover, trade, and even create NFTs across popular blockchains like Ethereum and Polygon. With OKX, buying, selling, and trading NFTs is simple and straightforw
Dec 9, 2024
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How to protect your crypto from phishing attacks
As the fascination with blockchain technology and digital assets grows, so too does the threat of cyber attacks. Among these threats, phishing scams have become a considerable challenge for crypto natives.
Apr 22, 2025
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What are crypto transaction fees and how to set them in OKX Wallet
If you want to get the most out of the Web3 revolution, it’s vital to understand a little about crypto transaction fees. Also known as gas fees on some blockchains, setting the correct amount can help ensure speedy transaction confirmation and avoid overpaying to use a network.
Apr 25, 2025
Beginners
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The HODL meme explained: what does HODL mean?
“HODL” is a meme that's been a staple of the cryptocurrency community for longer than most digital assets have existed. It simply means to “hold” an asset — i.e., to keep exposure to it — long-term, even when its price is falling. There's nothing particularly deep or complex to grasp about the term, and it originated as a typo by an early Bitcoin investor on a popular forum.
Apr 25, 2024
Beginners
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Unlocking crypto copy trading: Top metrics for choosing a lead trader
Copy trading is a method that allows less experienced traders to copy the positions of their more experienced peers. The tactic is considered by many to be a relatively simple way for growing traders to gain exposure to sophisticated crypto trading strategies.
Apr 25, 2024
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Crypto copy trading vs. manual trading: which is right for you?
In crypto trading, traders aim to maximize rewards and minimize risk. Towards this goal, copy trading has gained popularity as a strategy where traders replicate the techniques and positions of others in real-time. However, key differences exist between copy, social, and manual trading.
Apr 25, 2024
Beginners
Order Types
Understanding fill or kill orders (FOK) in crypto
Trading within any financial market comes with its own set of risks. However, the cryptocurrency market is deemed particularly risky due to its highly volatile nature. Fortunately, there are specific
Jul 15, 2024
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Self-custody
Self-custody made simple: how to store your crypto yourself
Cryptocurrencies empower us to take charge of our assets, yet this power requires responsible choices. You have many options for managing your digital assets: trusting an exchange, opting for custodial services, or embracing self-custody. In this article, we navigate the landscape of self-custody, providing insights into practical methods for securing and managing your crypto assets independently.
Jul 16, 2024
Beginners
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Technical analysis
Understanding the concept of an all-time high (ATH) in crypto
As the crypto market continues to rally ahead of the Bitcoin halving that's scheduled to happen later this year, we're seeing breathtaking rises for all kinds of coins and tokens. This surge has many crypto traders wondering if we're on the cusp of witnessing a return to the crypto euphoria experienced in late 2021, when Bitcoin managed to hit a peak of $69,040.10 on November 10, 2021. As prices continue to soar and intensifies, there's now a genuine interest in seeing if the market can reclaim its previously established peaks.
Aug 13, 2024
Beginners
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Strategies
Copy trading vs bot trading: which is best for new crypto traders?
"Want to trade crypto? You have to do it yourself."For a long time, this adage used to hold true. From the hecticness of the crypto market being available 24/7 to the possible lack of liquidity for crypto spot pairs, crypto trading can seem hard to get into. Thankfully, with the advent of copy trading and bot trading, crypto trading has never been more convenient and accessible. If you're new to the world of crypto trading, bot trading and copy trading might seem indistinguishable. After all, both involve letting third parties take the wheel when executing trades.
Sep 11, 2024
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Buy Bitcoin (BTC) with Mercado Pago
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that allows for peer-to-peer transactions without a central authority. It has recently gained popularity as a potential alternative to traditional fiat currencies, with some people even using it as a long-term investment. If you are interested in , one option is to use Mercado Pago, a payment platform based in Latin America.
Jan 23, 2025
Research
What is a centralized exchange (CEX)?
Over the past few years, the Cryptocurrency industry has become increasingly popular. It’s incredibly risky and traders need to know what they’re doing. Prices can rise and fall at lightning speeds. T
Feb 27, 2025
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Security
Essential guide to identifying and avoiding crypto promotional scams
Do you want to keep up with the latest cryptocurrency promotions but aren't sure which are legitimate? If so, you're not alone. The increase in crypto promotional scams has become a significant concern. These typically entice traders with the prospect of exclusive airdrops or special offers, often through social media endorsements from influencers or deceptive marketing tactics.
Feb 27, 2025
Beginners
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DeFi
What is yield farming?
In the dynamic realm of digital finance, crypto trading stands out as a potential avenue for generating returns. Yet, a more innovative strategy has captured the attention of savvy traders — yield farming. This approach, distinct from traditional trading, empowers traders to explore earnings by actively engaging in . This article explores the nuances of yield farming, unraveling its mechanisms and potential benefits.
Jul 24, 2024
Intermediate
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Strategies
Crypto barbell strategy: the very basics
Adam Bloom is a Content Writer, podcaster, and yield farmer based in Los Angeles. The Barbell strategy is supported by Nassim Taleb. Here’s how it works and how it might be applied to crypto. In summary
Apr 25, 2024
Beginners
Security
How To Avoid Rug Pulls: Stay Safe Against Crypto Product Purchase Scams
Have you ever been sent a direct message on your preferred social platform, asking you to join an airdrop? Did you later realize that the name seemed suspicious, with a "1" instead of an "i"? These scams artfully blend technology with psychological tactics to exploit the unwary. Common strategies include offering unrealistically high returns on your deposited funds, stealing sensitive personal information for extortion, and creating elaborate phishing schemes that mimic legitimate crypto platforms.
Mar 31, 2025
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Trading basics
What is liquid staking and how does it work?
Liquid staking, also known as soft staking, is a more advanced form of traditional staking that's available on many new-generation smart contract protocols. With liquid staking, users can access their locked funds for other crypto-based activities while still earning rewards from their original deposit.
Apr 22, 2025
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