Trading guides for every trader’s journey

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What is swing trading, and why do traders use it?

Swing trading captures trends over days or weeks using technical signals and disciplined risk management.

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How forex pairs work and why they matter

Forex pairs quote the value of a base currency against a quote currency, with moves measured in pips and costs determined by the spread.

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A beginner’s guide to Tactical Indices

Tactical Indices are like having a smart trading assistant that never sleeps.

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How decentralised finance reshapes global digital markets

A clear look at how decentralised finance and blockchain technology are transforming digital markets and modern trading.

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Crypto mining explained: How digital currencies are created

Crypto mining isn't magic. It's computers solving puzzles to verify transactions, create new coins, and secure the blockchain.

A compass surrounded by trading styles—Scalping, Day Trading, Swing Trading, Position Trading—symbolising choice.

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Top 4 trading styles

Trading isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some traders thrive on fast-paced action, while others prefer a slow and steady approach.

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Bitcoin, altcoins, and stablecoins: What's the difference?

Being the original cryptocurrency, it reserved the right to stand alone, whereas all the subsequent cryptocurrencies that followed fell under the umbrella of altcoins.

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ETF trading guide: Benefits and mistakes to avoid

Thinking about trading ETFs? Great choice!

Three metallic buttons labelled High, Medium, and Low, representing volatility levels when trading Volatility Switch Index (VSI)

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Volatility Switch Index (VSI): A comprehensive guide

In this guide, we’ll explore what VSI is, how it works on Deriv’s platforms, the advantages of trading VSI, how it differs from other volatility indices, strategies for managing risks, and tips to get started.