Crypto Trading Guide - What is Crypto

WHAT IS CRYPTO?

Start your crypto learning with BitMEX’s crypto trading guides. Quick walkthroughs for onboarding, deposits, orders, and security so you can trade fast and safely.

What is Staking?

A beginner's guide to Proof-of-Stake (PoS), from understanding the consensus mechanism to earning passive rewards.

What is Mining?

An overview of cryptocurrency mining, explaining the process, the hardware needed, and its role in blockchain security.

What is a Crypto Wallet?

A guide to crypto wallets, including the different types, how they keep your assets safe, and choosing the right wallet.

What is an Automated Market Maker?

An introduction to AMMs, explaining how they work, their benefits, and their critical role in Web3.

What is Exit Liquidity?

Learn the meaning of exit liquidity, its role in volatile markets, and how it impacts your trading strategy.

What are Perpetual Futures?

Learn what a perpetual contract is, how it works without an expiration date, and how it's traded.