Cryptocurrency Q&A What is short in crypto?

What is short in crypto?

DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmileJoy DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmileJoy Fri Nov 08 2024 | 7 answers 1692
I'm interested in cryptocurrencies and I've heard the term 'short' being used. I want to understand what 'short' means in the context of crypto and how it affects the market. What is short in crypto?

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PearlWhisper PearlWhisper Sat Nov 09 2024
Once the price falls, the traders buy back the cryptocurrency.

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Eleonora Eleonora Sat Nov 09 2024
Taking a short position in the cryptocurrency market involves a specific strategy.

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emma_rose_activist emma_rose_activist Sat Nov 09 2024
They give the repurchased cryptocurrency back to the broker, fulfilling their obligation.

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DigitalDynasty DigitalDynasty Sat Nov 09 2024
Traders who adopt this approach borrow cryptocurrency from a broker.

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Valentino Valentino Sat Nov 09 2024
They then sell the borrowed cryptocurrency at the current market price.

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