Bitcoin Market Structure

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Master the complex structure of Bitcoin markets, from spot to derivatives.

Market Types:

  • •Spot Markets: Direct Bitcoin trading
  • •Futures Markets: Contracts for future delivery
  • •Options Markets: Rights to buy/sell
  • •Perpetual Swaps: Never-expiring futures
  • •OTC Markets: Large block trades
  • •P2P Markets: Direct person-to-person
Understanding Market Depth
Understanding Market Depth

Major Exchanges:

  • •Centralized: Binance, Coinbase, Kraken
  • •Decentralized: Bisq, HodlHodl
  • •Institutional: CME, Bakkt
  • •Regional Leaders: Different by country

Each has different fees, liquidity, and regulations.

Test Your Knowledge

This lesson includes a 1-question quiz (passing score: 75%).

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