Personal Finance Guides - Page 2

Paper Trading: Definition, Functionality, Pros & Cons

By Tokoni Uti February 21st, 2024

Here is a helpful guide to understanding more about paper trading that helps investors get to know how the market operates and how their trading decisions would pan out without actually having to risk their own money.

Dead Cat Bounce in Investing: Meaning, Reasons, and How to Spot It

By Tokoni Uti February 7th, 2024

In this guide, we break down all about the dead cat bounce pattern, speak on what causes dead cat bounces to happen, and provide you with tips on how to spot one.

What Is a Crypto Loan and How to Borrow Against Crypto?

By Marco T. Lanz February 5th, 2024

In this guide, we will delve into the details of how crypto loans work, the different existing models (CeFi and DeFi), the requirements for applying, ways to use the obtained capital, and the advantages and disadvantages to consider before taking on debt.

What Are Sandwich Attacks in DeFi and How to Avoid Them?

By John Caroline January 17th, 2024

Sandwich attacks are becoming a popular kind of cyber manipulation faced within the DeFi space. Hence, it is important to get acquainted with its basics. Let’s explore everything there is to know about sandwich attacks in this detailed guide.

What Is Flash Crash in Crypto?

By Tokoni Uti December 31st, 2023

Here is everything you need to know about a crypto flash crash – a situation when crypto assets lose a significant amount of their value in a short period and then recover soon after. You will find out how it works, how it can affect you, and if it is possible to prevent it.

MiCA: EU’s Comprehensive Crypto Regulation Explained

By Marco T. Lanz December 20th, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore what MiCA is, go through its history and implementation timeline, look at the types of covered and non-covered crypto assets, requirements for token issuance and public offerings, and speak about notable provisions regarding service providers, cybersecurity, sustainability, and investor protection.

What Are Crypto Cards and How Do They Work?

By Tokoni Uti December 11th, 2023

In the guide below, we will speak on the crypto cards, their use, benefits, and the differences between the two major types of crypto cards: credit crypto cards and debit crypto cards.

When Lambo: What Do Lamborghinis and Cryptos Have In Common?

By John Caroline December 6th, 2023

Are you curious about the relationship between Lamborghinis and cryptos? Here’s a detailed guide offering you a massive unveiling of what “When Lambo” entails, its origin and how it relates to the crypto industry.

Dematerialization of Securities: Definition, Process & Benefits

By Tokoni Uti November 6th, 2023

Anyone who has ever invested in securities has encountered the term ‘dematerialization’. In the following guide, we will explore what dematerialization is, how it started, and why it is important.

Alternative Data in Financial Analysis

By John Caroline November 1st, 2023

Investors need to get familiar with certain tools that can provide them with an edge in the financial market. One such tool can be alternative data. Here’s a guide to help you understand all you need to know about alternative data, their types and sources, and why turning to non-traditional analysis is important.

Everything You Need to Know About Liquidity and Liquid Assets

By Tokoni Uti October 29th, 2023

The following guide will help understand what exactly liquidity is, why it is important, and what can be considered as liquid assets.

Bid and Ask Prices Explained: Definition, Difference, Meaning for Investors

By Marco T. Lanz October 29th, 2023

In the following guide, we will talk about bid and ask prices in theory and look at them from a practical perspective, using real examples to make it easy to grasp the dynamics of bid and ask price formation.

Introduction to Two-Way Quotes: Definition, Types, Role In Trading

By Ibukun Ogundare October 25th, 2023

Understanding the intricacies of two-way quote trading is essential for both newcomers and seasoned professionals seeking to navigate the complexities of modern financial markets. The guide below will provide everything you need to know about two-way quotes.

Quoted Price: Definition, Components, How It Works

By John Caroline October 25th, 2023

For an intending investor, understanding what the quoted price is all about is expedient to make informed financial decisions. Therefore, we have provided you with a detailed guide to help you understand everything about the quoted price and how it works.

Short-Term Investments: Definition, Types, Risks

By Marco T. Lanz August 31st, 2023

In this guide, we will explain what short-term investments entail, look at the goals they pursue, and what they look like in operation, as well as consider their advantages, disadvantages, and provide some examples of these widely used investment vehicles.