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Exchange

A marketplace where cryptocurrencies are bought and sold.

Definition

A marketplace where cryptocurrencies are bought and sold. Centralized exchanges (CEX) like Coinbase custody your funds, while decentralized exchanges (DEX) like Uniswap let you trade directly from your wallet.

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CEX (Centralized Exchange)

A cryptocurrency exchange run by a company that holds your funds and matches orders.

DEX (Decentralized Exchange)

A cryptocurrency exchange that operates without a central authority, using smart contracts to facilitate trades.

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A scam where attackers send tiny transactions from addresses that look similar to ones you've interacted with, hoping you'll accidentally copy the wrong address from your transaction history.

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Airdrop

A marketing strategy where crypto projects distribute free tokens to wallet addresses.

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