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Learn what going long and short means in crypto futures, how each position works, PnL formulas, leverage effects, and when to use either side.
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Mark price is an index-derived price used to calculate unrealised PnL and trigger liquidations. Learn why it exists and how it differs from the last traded price.
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Discover the best crypto futures trading strategies for beginners, from trend following to hedging, with risk rules every new trader should know.
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Learn the 5 most common crypto futures trading mistakes beginners make and get clear, actionable steps to avoid losing before you start.
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What is open interest in crypto futures? Learn how OI is calculated, what rising and falling OI signals, how to read OI with price and volume.
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Crypto perpetual futures vs traditional crypto futures: understand expiry, settlement and which suits your trading style.
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Learn how crypto futures, perpetual contracts, options, and swaps work in crypto, including leverage, margin, settlement, and risks.
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Check Spot vs futures trading in crypto. Understand leverage, liquidation risk, costs, and which is right for you as an Indian trader.
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Learn what crypto spot trading is, how it works, order types, risks, and how to start spot trading on WazirX.
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