How does shorting Bitcoin work?

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• Dec 17, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Shorting Bitcoin involves borrowing Bitcoin from a broker or exchange and selling it at the current market price. The goal is to buy it back at a lower price in the future, thus profiting from the price difference. However, if the price goes up instead, you'll have to buy it back at a higher price, resulting in a loss. It's a way to profit from a decline in Bitcoin's price, but it carries risks as the price can be volatile.
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• Dec 17, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Shorting Bitcoin is like betting against its price. You borrow Bitcoin, sell it, and hope to buy it back at a lower price to return it to the lender. If the price drops, you make a profit. But if the price rises, you'll lose money. It's a strategy for traders who believe Bitcoin's price will go down, but it's not without risks.
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• Dec 17, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Shorting Bitcoin can be done on various cryptocurrency exchanges, including BYDFi. When you short Bitcoin, you're essentially betting that its price will decrease. If you're correct, you can buy it back at a lower price and make a profit. However, if the price goes up, you'll have to buy it back at a higher price, resulting in a loss. It's important to carefully consider the risks and use proper risk management strategies when shorting Bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency.
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