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Bitcoin, and many other cryptocurrency markets, have seen a phenomenal influx of funds recently, with the overall market cap reaching just shy of $3 trillion. This bullish market presents an advantageous set-up to make money. Trading, while profitable, introduces an array of issues that may be hard for newbies to overcome. 

If you are looking to make profits without the added risks then investing may be your best bet. But before you get into investing, there are some basic concepts you will need to grasp in order to make an informed decision. In this article, we're covering how to invest in Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies and what the difference is between investing and trading.  

Investing vs Trading 

To make a long story short, investing refers to long-term holdings while trading refers to short-term holdings, both are seeking profits within the market.

Generally speaking, investors are after greater returns over a longer period of time while traders seek to draw smaller, more frequent returns from rising and falling markets in a much shorter time frame. Trading thrives off of volatile markets, whereas investing seeks more stable options for longer-term rewards. Both provide the opportunity for profits, but each has benefits and flaws of its own. 

For newbies and those who have a more busy lifestyle, investing is the best option as it does not depend on your understanding and monitoring of market movements. Trading on the other hand is more of a career path, it requires considerably more time dedication, while also holding greater risk. As the saying goes, all traders should be investing but not all investors should be trading. 

It's important to note that both investing and trading have their own tax regulations and it is on the individual to find out and adhere to these laws. Bank on paying taxes on any returns made, as a general rule of thumb, but always research the guidance information relevant to your jurisdiction, i.e. tax paid on crypto returns will vary from the UK to Germany.

Bitcoin vs Altcoins 

Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency to come into existence, boasts an impressive market cap and is the highest valued cryptocurrency to date. After it launched in 2009, many cryptocurrencies followed suit and were coined "alternative coins" which soon became shortened to altcoins. While these originally focused on payment-centred cryptocurrencies, today the term altcoin essentially refers to any cryptocurrency that isn't Bitcoin. 

When it comes to investing and Bitcoin vs altcoins, Bitcoin has proven to be the most valuable coin however there are plenty of small to medium cap markets that experience incredible growth. Consider Bitcoin's large price point to be a hindrance to short term investments, but more powerful in the long run. 

To put it into perspective, data shows that if you invested $50,000 into Bitcoin when it was trading around $60,000, you would have to wait for Bitcoin to hit $120,000 before you double your investment. However, if you invested that same $50,000 into an altcoin when it was worth $1, it would only have to reach $2 for you to double your money which is a lot more likely than Bitcoin doubling in the same period. However, this doesn't ring true to all altcoins and one must always do thorough research before investing. 

Altcoins come in all different shapes and sizes, some tackling industries from medical to real estate, all backed by the financial aspect of blockchain technology. Investing is about more than just profits, it is also about the project. Is it something you are interested in and could benefit from in the future? Is it something that could change the world for the better? Does it have real-world use cases? 

All of these are factors to consider when planning to invest. The potential behind the project is oftentimes what secures it as a viable investment option, promising great opportunity for adoption, stability, and growth. At the end of the day, investing in altcoins requires a considerable amount of research.

Where And How To Invest

The first thing you need to consider is which exchange and wallet you will be using. Long term investments mean you need to find a platform you can trust to store your funds in a longer-term time frame. This is the key to securing your investment, rather than coming back a year or two later to discover your funds are gone. 

Some people recommend companies offering hardware wallets to reinforce that investment "do not touch" mindset while others prefer web wallets that are more accessible. It's really up to you which platform you decide you go with, considering all the features and factors, your needs, and confirming your decision with your own research. Make sure to stay up to date on the platform you are storing your funds on to be alerted of any software upgrades, if any hacks occur or if a platform closure notice goes up. 

At Tap, we have integrated a hyper-secure wallet into our mobile app, allowing anyone, anywhere to securely store their funds. We are licensed and regulated by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission and hold insurance of up to $100 million, ensuring the protection of your digital assets at all times. The mobile app also grants users access to a number of cryptocurrency markets, where you can freely buy, sell and manage your portfolio.

Final Thoughts 

Investment as a term isn't a difficult concept to catch onto, but finding the right investment is the important part. It is always recommended that you do your own research, and in-depth analysis at that, and don't be scared to diversify your assets. The investment world is yours for the taking, so get out there and start building a lucrative investment portfolio.

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FAQ

What is Bitcoin and how does it work?

Bitcoin is arguably this century's greatest innovation: a decentralised digital currency built on blockchain technology that allows for the transfer of value across the internet. This peer-to-peer digital cash system facilitates international payments at a fraction of the cost and time that fiat transactions of that nature take and are as simple as sending an email. Instead of being controlled and managed by banks or government entities, new coins are regularly entered into circulation through the process of mining. You can learn more about Bitcoin, blockchain transparency, and its lack of intermediaries from our guides.

Should I invest in Bitcoin?

As mentioned above, Bitcoin holds great market potential for both investors and traders. Since 2009, Bitcoin has performed well in terms of displaying strong ROIs, something most investors see as a benefit for future gains. However, investing in Bitcoin comes with its own risks that each individual should consider before entering the market. As a rule, never invest more than you are willing to lose.

Which are the three biggest cryptocurrencies?

Currently, based on market cap the three biggest cryptocurrencies are Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether.

What are the alternatives to Bitcoin?

Alternatives to Bitcoin are referred to as altcoins. While there are thousands of cryptocurrencies on the market, not all are worth investing in. It's best to research each coin individually and weigh up the project before investing in it. Consider a cryptocurrency as a company, and purchasing coins as buying shares in the business.
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Disclaimer: This article is intended for communication purposes only, you should not consider any such information, opinions or other material as financial advice. The information herein does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation to purchase/invest in any crypto assets and is not to be taken as a recommendation that any particular investment or trading approach is appropriate for any specific person. There is a possibility of risk in investing in crypto assets and investors are exposed to fluctuations in the crypto asset market. This communication should be read in conjunction with Tap's Terms and Conditions.

There are plenty of reports of investors making huge gains in the crypto market over the years, however, there are plenty more ones on people who have lost money. While investing is designed to increase your personal wealth, many investors are often intimidated by the digital currency market due to its volatility and age. In this piece, we're going to run you through the various ways of making money from cryptocurrencies without making a single trade. 

After the economies around the world were deeply affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, now is as good a time as any to regain control over your funds and use passive income opportunities as a tool to do so. Tap into the innovation available in the crypto space to pay off your mortgage, bond or leverage your pension and forget about fluctuating market prices.

Passive income 101

The least risky way in which to build your personal wealth is through passive income. Passive income involves generating money from investments that don't require any intervention. This includes activities such as earning dividends from stocks, automated sales through a business, monthly or annual rental from properties, etc. 

Another avenue of passive income is earning interest on money in the bank. In this case, the bank will pay you a predetermined percentage of the funds stored in that account. Thankfully, the crypto space has caught up and currently has a number of programs that are offering crypto holders the same benefits, albeit with far greater interest rates. While the regulation surrounding these programs is still being structured, many reliable and trustworthy platforms are offering programs worth taking advantage of.

How to earn passive income with crypto

Below we explore several smart ways in which you can earn a passive income with crypto, all designed to grow your capital. These options are outside of the decentralized finance (DeFi) space so as to avoid any potential problems or scams, rather stick to reliable platforms and networks as outlined below.

Staking

As the crypto space has evolved, many platforms have shifted from the original Proof of Work consensus mechanism to a Proof of Stake one. PoW involves miners competing to solve a complex cryptographic puzzle in order to validate transactions on the network and earn the block reward.

PoS models are less energy-intensive and instead require validators on the network to stake a certain amount of the native cryptocurrency in order to validate the transactions and earn the reward. Anyone can get involved thanks to the likes of PoS platforms like Cardano, Polkadot, and Ethereum 2.0.

Stakers can delegate crypto to a validator and earn a portion of the payouts when the validator completes the process. Requiring very little technical knowledge and minimal capital (each platform is different), staking provides an easy opportunity for a cryptocurrency holder to earn passive income. 

Stakes can also opt to be a validator, which requires a considerable amount of effort and technical information. With two options available when it comes to staking, one can either opt to be a validator or delegate coins to a validator. The former will require more capital and attention but yield higher returns, while the latter provides lower returns but ensures that the validators do all the work. 

Mining‍

On the other side of the coin, there is mining. Mining is native to PoW networks and involves confirming transactions for a reward. Networks vary in terms of what computer resources one might need, although cheap electricity is essential as these machines typically require large amounts of power. 

The world of mining has progressed in leaps and bounds since the early days of using CPUs to mine Bitcoin. Should one want to explore this path, we advise you do extensive research on the cost implications beforehand. 

Lending

A method favoured by long term investors looking to earn interest on their already accumulated crypto assets, lending involves borrowing the funds to a platform in return for interest. These funds are typically locked away for a certain period of time in exchange for interest payments later on. 

Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms usually have a fixed or variable interest rate and will handle the logistics of the borrower and lender. These types of services are often found on platforms that offer margin trading. 

Make money without engaging in any trades, with no betting on the outcome of the market. Passive income from cryptocurrencies can be done simply by storing your already accumulated digital currencies in an income-generating account. Experiences on various platforms will vary, however, in most cases the customer will deposit their funds into a specific account and earn interest in the same currency. Check the platform's publication for guidance if you need any assistance.

With rising inflation rates and economic downturns around the world, there's plenty of speculation that we're headed for another global recession. While the media tends to paint the darkest picture, it's always worth being prepared. In this article we're providing five action points you can do now to ensure that your finances remain recession-proof.

The National Bureau of Economic Research defines a recession as “a significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy and that lasts more than a few months. It's worth noting that these are a natural part of the economic cycle and are completely unavoidable. The best thing you can do is be educated and prepared with a reliable plan in place to overcome any economic downturn.

According to a study conducted by Empower and Personal Capital, 74% of consumers in the U.S. are concerned over an impending recession. While some analysts believe the recession has already started, Goldman Sachs has predicted there is a 30% chance of one materializing while UBS has forecast "no recession".

Whichever side of the fence you sit on, it can't hurt to be prepared. While it sounds dark and gloomy, we're here to help you prepare for a recession.
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Anxious about an incoming recession?
Here are 5 steps to get yourself recession ready

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1. Try to eradicate debt

The first step of most financial plans, paying off high-interest debt is a valuable practice. The recent increase in interest rates by the Federal Reserve has seen credit card rates rise over 17% for the first time in two years. Analysts are predicting that these interest rates will continue to rise in the coming months. Avoid credit card debt and the high-interest rates associated with them.

If you are carrying high-interest-rate debt, your best port of call would be to strategically manage this, with the intention to pay it off as soon as possible. With recessions oftentimes come job cuts, and if this happens to you paying off your debt now will be a worthy exercise. Known that in times of recession, interest rates will increase.

2. Lessen your expenses

Consider your monthly living expenses and what you spend money on and see where you can make cuts in order to prepare for the "worst case scenario". Consider what would happen if you were to receive a lower salary, if you were to lose your job, or if you were suddenly faced with an emergency (more on emergency savings next).

While these can take place at any stage, having a plan will help you to be prepared should you come face to face with this. Monitoring your monthly expenses is, either way, a great opportunity to stay on top of your finances and improve your financial situation.

3. Establish your emergency savings fund (and bulk it up)

If you haven't already done so, establish an emergency fund. Financial advisors define an emergency fund as three to six months' worth of living expenses. This emergency fund is to be used for unexpected expenses like home repairs, a car issue, a medical emergency etc. This is separate from your retirement account, and acts as a cash cushion should you need it.

As you prepare for a recession, it's advised to bulk up your emergency fund to be at least six months' worth of expenses/salary. This personal budget will act as your financial safety net should you need it, a rainy day fund. For bonus points, try to keep this in interest-generating savings accounts. 

4. Update your resume

In the unfortunate event of losing your job in a recession, it will bode well to build your resume up before the time so that you can immediately start searching for a new job. During recessions, the job-seeking market tends not to favor job seekers so being prepared beforehand may work out to be to your advantage.

Alternatively, if you were considering advancing your education or going back to school, this could be a prime time to do so. This will not only improve your chances of employment in the future but also allow you time to emerge when the job market is more favorable.

5. Stick to long-term investment plans

In times of recessions it might seem tempting to cut back on retirement savings or pull investments, but try to hold strong. These investments are for the long term and will lose significant value if pulled prematurely, especially in the crypto and stock market.

Focus on managing your emotions and consider the long-term benefits. After the recession moves into its next economic phase would you rather have your long-term investment in place, or have to start again? Especially if your investments are linked to a retirement portfolio. For ease of mind, know that historical data proves that a bull market lasts longer than a bear market.

Whether you're invested in crypto, gold, or the stock market, stick to your long-term strategy and don't be tempted to make decisions based on fear, they rarely turn out to be good ones.‍
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Closing thoughts on surviving economic downturn

Recessions tend to carry a lot of fear mongering news, however, did you know that the recession in 2020 only lasted for two months? While they're times of little to no economic growth, they are just as quickly corrected and allow new innovations, services, and economic activity to ignite. Consider it a breeding ground for new opportunities.
Use the time beforehand to prepare for a recession by managing your expenses, freeing yourself from high-interest rates, and building an appropriate savings account to see you through. If in doubt, consider speaking to a financial advisor who can professionally guide you in building a solid financial plan. 



Disclaimer: This article is intended for communication purposes only, you should not consider any such information, opinions or other material as financial advice. This communication should be read in conjunction with Tap’s Terms and Conditions.

Τι είναι η καθαρή αξία;

Η καθαρή αξία (net worth) είναι ένας συνολικός δείκτης που αντικατοπτρίζει τη συνολική σου οικονομική εικόνα. Προκύπτει από τη διαφορά ανάμεσα στα περιουσιακά σου στοιχεία και τις υποχρεώσεις σου.

Σε αντίθεση με το εισόδημα, που δείχνει τι κερδίζεις σε συγκεκριμένο χρονικό διάστημα, η καθαρή αξία σου δίνει μια πιο μακροπρόθεσμη οπτική: τι έχεις – μείον τι χρωστάς.

Η κατανόηση της καθαρής αξίας σου βοηθά να αξιολογήσεις την οικονομική σου πορεία, να θέσεις ρεαλιστικούς στόχους και να πάρεις πιο ενημερωμένες αποφάσεις.

Τι επηρεάζει την καθαρή αξία σου;

Εισόδημα

Το εισόδημά σου αποτελεί βασικό στοιχείο για τη δημιουργία περιουσίας. Μπορεί να προέρχεται από εργασία, επενδύσεις ή επιπλέον δραστηριότητες. Όμως, η διαχείριση των εξόδων παίζει εξίσου σημαντικό ρόλο με τα έσοδα.

Περιουσιακά στοιχεία

Είναι όλα όσα κατέχεις και έχουν αξία – από αποταμιεύσεις και μετοχές έως ακίνητα και οχήματα. Όσο πιο ποιοτικά και διαφοροποιημένα είναι τα assets σου, τόσο περισσότερες δυνατότητες έχεις να αυξήσεις την καθαρή σου αξία.

Υποχρεώσεις και χρέη

Κάθε τι που χρωστάς – όπως στεγαστικό δάνειο, φοιτητικό δάνειο ή κάρτες – μειώνει την καθαρή σου αξία. Η μείωση των υποχρεώσεων και ο έλεγχος των χρεών σου είναι κομβικά για την ενίσχυση της οικονομικής σου κατάστασης.

📌 Τύπος: Καθαρή αξία = Περιουσιακά στοιχεία – Υποχρεώσεις

Πώς να υπολογίσεις την καθαρή σου αξία

Είτε θες να βελτιώσεις την οικονομική σου κατάσταση είτε απλώς να δεις πού βρίσκεσαι, ξεκίνα από εδώ:

1. Κατέγραψε όλα τα περιουσιακά σου στοιχεία και την εκτιμώμενη αξία τους.
2. Κατέγραψε τις υποχρεώσεις σου, όπως δάνεια και κάρτες.
3. Αφαίρεσε το σύνολο των υποχρεώσεων από το σύνολο των περιουσιακών στοιχείων.

Κάνε τον υπολογισμό τακτικά για να βλέπεις την πρόοδο σου και να εντοπίζεις ευκαιρίες βελτίωσης.

Παράδειγμα θετικής καθαρής αξίας

Ας δούμε το παράδειγμα της Σάρα:

Περιουσιακά στοιχεία

• Κατοικία: 400.000€
• Αποταμιεύσεις: 50.000€
• Επενδύσεις: 150.000€
• Συνταξιοδοτικό λογαριασμό: 200.000€
• Αυτοκίνητο: 20.000€

Σύνολο: 820.000€

Υποχρεώσεις

• Υπόλοιπο στεγαστικού δανείου: 200.000€
• Φοιτητικό δάνειο: 30.000€

Σύνολο: 230.000€

Καθαρή αξία

820.000€ – 230.000€ = 590.000€

Η καθαρή αξία της Σάρα είναι θετική και δείχνει ότι έχει διαχειριστεί αποτελεσματικά τα οικονομικά της.

Παράδειγμα αρνητικής καθαρής αξίας

Ο Μάρκος βρίσκεται σε διαφορετικό σημείο:

Περιουσιακά στοιχεία

• Αυτοκίνητο: 10.000€
• Προσωπικά αντικείμενα: 5.000€

Σύνολο: 15.000€

Υποχρεώσεις

• Φοιτητικό δάνειο: 50.000€
• Χρέη σε κάρτες: 8.000€
• Ιατρικά έξοδα: 3.000€

Σύνολο: 61.000€

Καθαρή αξία

15.000€ – 61.000€ = –46.000€

Αυτό δείχνει ότι οι οικονομικές του υποχρεώσεις υπερβαίνουν σημαντικά την περιουσία του.

Γιατί αξίζει να αυξήσεις την καθαρή σου αξία;

1. Οικονομική ασφάλεια: Έχεις περισσότερα αποθέματα για δύσκολες περιόδους.
2. Επίτευξη στόχων: Μπορείς να κυνηγήσεις όνειρα, όπως σπίτι, σπουδές ή ταξίδια.
3. Συσσώρευση πλούτου: Χτίζεις περιουσία με μακροπρόθεσμο αντίκτυπο.
4. Καλύτερες ευκαιρίες: Περισσότερες επιλογές σε δάνεια, συνεργασίες ή επενδύσεις.
5. Ελευθερία κινήσεων: Έχεις τη δυνατότητα να πάρεις αποφάσεις χωρίς οικονομικούς περιορισμούς.
6. Ηρεμία: Μειώνεις το άγχος γύρω από τα οικονομικά σου και αισθάνεσαι μεγαλύτερη σιγουριά.

Συμβουλές για την αύξηση της καθαρής σου αξίας

Έλεγξε έσοδα και έξοδα

• Ενίσχυσε το εισόδημά σου με νέες δεξιότητες ή έξτρα πηγές.
• Περιόρισε περιττές δαπάνες.
• Απόθεσε μέρος του εισοδήματός σου για αποταμίευση ή επένδυση.

Ανάπτυξε τα περιουσιακά σου στοιχεία

• Δημιούργησε διαφοροποιημένο χαρτοφυλάκιο.
• Ενημερώσου για επενδυτικές ευκαιρίες σε ακίνητα ή μετοχές.
• Προσαρμόσου στις μεταβολές της αγοράς.

Μείωσε χρέη

• Ξεκίνα με τα δάνεια υψηλού επιτοκίου.
• Εξέτασε επιλογές αναχρηματοδότησης.
• Φτιάξε ένα ρεαλιστικό πλάνο αποπληρωμής.

Μακροπρόθεσμος σχεδιασμός

• Δημιούργησε ένα ταμείο έκτακτης ανάγκης.
• Οργάνωσε τη συνταξιοδότησή σου.
• Αν χρειάζεσαι καθοδήγηση, συμβουλεύσου οικονομικό σύμβουλο.

Συμπέρασμα

Η καθαρή αξία δεν είναι απλώς ένας αριθμός – είναι εργαλείο. Μέσα από την κατανόηση και την τακτική παρακολούθησή της, μπορείς να πάρεις τον έλεγχο της οικονομικής σου ζωής. Με σταθερά βήματα και έξυπνες επιλογές, έχεις τη δυνατότητα να βελτιώσεις την οικονομική σου πορεία και να δημιουργήσεις ένα πιο σίγουρο αύριο.

‍‍Slippage is a natural part of trading that happens when there’s a difference between the price you expect to pay for an asset and the price you actually get. It’s common across all markets, from crypto to forex, stocks, and commodities, and it reflects the gap between your order request and the execution price.

Understanding how slippage works helps investors manage expectations, avoid unnecessary losses, and choose smarter trading strategies. In this guide, we’ll explore what causes slippage, how to calculate it, and how to minimize its impact in real trading scenarios.

What Is Slippage In Trading?

Slippage is when an investor opens a trade but between creating the trade and executing the trade; the price changes due to price movements in the greater market. This can often be a costly problem in the financial sector and particularly when trading digital currencies on crypto exchanges.

How Does Slippage Occur?

The two main causes of slippage are volatility and liquidity, outlined in more information below.

Volatility is when the price changes rapidly, as is common in cryptocurrency markets, and as a result the price changes between the time of creating the buy or sell order and the time of execution. 

Liquidity concerns on the other hand are when the coin you are trading is not traded very often and the range between the lowest ask and the highest bid is wide. This can cause sudden and dramatic price changes, resulting in slippage. Fewer people trading an asset results in fewer asking prices, resulting in less favourable prices. 

This is common among altcoins with low volume and liquidity. While slippage can occur in forex and stock markets too, it is much more prevalent in crypto markets, particularly on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). 

There are two types of slippages:

Positive Slippage

Positive slippage is when a trader creates a buy order and the executed price is lower than the price initially expected. This will result in the trader getting a better rate. The same is true for a sell order that experiences a higher price point at trade execution, resulting in more favourable value for the trader. Positive slippage banks profits.

Negative Slippage

Negative slippage is when the trader loses out on the trade, with the price of the buy order higher than expected at the time of execution. The opposite is true for sell orders, meaning that the execution price is lower at the time of execution, similarly resulting in losses for the trader..

How To Calculate Slippage

Slippage can be calculated in two ways, either in dollar amount or percentage. Although to work out the percentage, you will first need the dollar amount. This is calculated by subtracting the price you expected to pay from the price you actually paid. This amount will indicate if you incurred a positive or negative slippage. 

Most exchanges express this amount in percentages. This is calculated by dividing the dollar amount of slippage by the difference between the price you expected to get and the limit price. Then multiply that by 100.

Slippage Example in Practice

Imagine you plan to buy 1 BTC for $50,000, but by the time your market order executes, the price has risen to $50,250. You’ve experienced negative slippage of $250.

Now imagine you place a limit order at $50,000, and the order executes at $49,900, that’s positive slippage, meaning you paid less than expected.

To calculate slippage:
Slippage amount = Executed Price − Expected Price
Slippage percentage = (Slippage ÷ Expected Price Difference) × 100

For example, if your expected buy was £50,000 and you paid £50,250, slippage = £250 (0.5%).

This simple math helps traders evaluate execution quality and whether slippage is within acceptable limits.

Slippage Across Different Markets

Crypto Markets:

Crypto markets operate 24/7 and can swing several percent in seconds. On decentralised exchanges (DEXs) like Uniswap, prices depend on liquidity pools; so if liquidity is low, large trades can move the price dramatically. Tokens with small trading volumes, like new altcoins, are particularly prone to high slippage.

Forex Markets:

In the foreign exchange market, slippage often occurs during news releases (e.g., interest rate decisions). Liquidity is usually high, but during volatile moments, even major pairs like GBP/USD can slip several pips.

Stock Markets:

Stock slippage tends to appear at market open or close, when volatility spikes. During major events (earnings reports, Fed meetings) even large-cap shares can gap before orders fill.

Across all asset classes, slippage is most noticeable during low liquidity or high volatility, two conditions traders should always monitor.

How To Avoid Slippage

While one can't eradicate slippage entirely, there are several measures one can take to better manage slippage, as regularly falling victim to negative slippages can result in losing a lot of money. 

Create limit orders:

Instead of creating market orders, traders can instead create limit orders as these types of trades don't settle for unfavourable prices. Market orders are designed to execute a trade service as quickly as possible at the current available price.

Set a slippage percentage:

Traders can create a slippage percentage that eliminates trades happening outside of the predetermined range. This can range from 0.1% to 5%, however, if the slippage percentage is too low this could lead to the trade not being executed and the trader missing out on large drops/jumps.

Understand the coin's volatility:

When in doubt, get educated. Learn about the coin's volatility as well as the volatility on the trading platform you are using. Understanding more about previous patterns can assist in making more informed decisions on when to open and close a position, and avoiding negative slippages.

Bottom Line

Slippage is inevitable but manageable. Whether you’re trading crypto, forex, or equities, some gap between expected and actual execution is normal. The goal isn’t to eliminate slippage, but to understand it, anticipate it, and minimize unnecessary exposure.

By combining timing awareness and education, traders can protect profits and execute more confidently, even in fast-moving markets.

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Είτε είστε φαν του υπολογιστή είτε δουλεύετε κυρίως από το κινητό σας, αν ψάχνετε πώς να προσθέσετε το σύμβολο της βρετανικής λίρας (£) σε έγγραφα, email ή μηνύματα — είστε στο σωστό σημείο.

Σε αυτόν τον απλό οδηγό, σας δείχνουμε πώς να πληκτρολογήσετε το σύμβολο £ στο Mac, στα Windows και στο κινητό σας.

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Από πού προέρχεται το σύμβολο της λίρας;

Το σύμβολο της Βρετανικής Λίρας, £, έχει ιστορία πάνω από 1.200 χρόνια. Ξεκίνησε ως μονάδα βάρους αργύρου στην Αγγλοσαξονική Αγγλία και καθιερώθηκε ως επίσημο νόμισμα το 1694 υπό τον Γουλιέλμο Γ'.

Με την εξάπλωση της Βρετανικής Αυτοκρατορίας, η λίρα απέκτησε παγκόσμια αναγνώριση. Παρά τις ιστορικές προκλήσεις, όπως πολεμικές συγκρούσεις ή η υποτίμηση του 1967, η λίρα παρέμεινε ισχυρή.

Το 1971 αποσυνδέθηκε από τον κανόνα του χρυσού και μέχρι σήμερα παραμένει βασικό νόμισμα στη διεθνή αγορά.

Σύμφωνα με την Τράπεζα της Αγγλίας, το σύμβολο £ προέρχεται από το γράμμα L, το αρχικό της λατινικής λέξης libra, που σήμαινε λίβρα (μονάδα βάρους και χρήματος). Το πρώτο γνωστό παράδειγμα του £ σε επιταγή χρονολογείται από το 1660.

Στην καθημερινή χρήση, το σύμβολο τοποθετείται πριν από τον αριθμό: π.χ. £10 σημαίνει δέκα λίρες.

🎭 Fun fact: Το 1970 εκδόθηκε νέο χαρτονόμισμα των £20 με τον William Shakespeare — εγκαινιάζοντας την παράδοση της απεικόνισης επιδραστικών προσωπικοτήτων σε χαρτονομίσματα και κέρματα.

Πώς να πληκτρολογήσετε το σύμβολο £

Ας δούμε τώρα πώς μπορείτε να προσθέσετε το σύμβολο της λίρας σε Mac, Windows ή κινητό.

Σε Mac

Ο πιο γρήγορος τρόπος:
Πατήστε Shift + 3 (ή Option + 3 σε ορισμένα πληκτρολόγια των ΗΠΑ).

Σε Windows

Αν χρησιμοποιείτε laptop ή desktop με Windows:
Κρατήστε πατημένο το Shift και πατήστε το πλήκτρο 3. Σε κάποιες περιπτώσεις, αυτό το σύμβολο είναι ήδη τυπωμένο πάνω από το 3 στο πληκτρολόγιό σας.

Αν έχετε πληκτρολόγιο με αριθμητικό pad, μπορεί να διαφέρει — αλλά συνήθως ισχύει η ίδια συντόμευση.

📋 Εναλλακτικά: Αν δεν το βρίσκετε εύκολα, απλώς αντιγράψτε και επικολλήστε το από εδώ: £

Σε smartphone (iOS & Android)

Στο κινητό σας, ανοίξτε το πληκτρολόγιο και πατήστε στο κουμπί για αριθμούς & σύμβολα. Εκεί συνήθως εμφανίζεται το £.

❓ Αν δεν το βλέπετε άμεσα: Πατήστε παρατεταμένα το σύμβολο του δολαρίου ($) — συχνά θα εμφανιστούν επιπλέον νομισματικά σύμβολα, ανάμεσά τους και το £.

Δεν έχετε πληκτρολόγιο; Κανένα πρόβλημα!

Αν χρησιμοποιείτε εφαρμογές όπως το Microsoft Word ή το Google Docs, μπορείτε να εισάγετε το σύμβολο £ χειροκίνητα:

1. Σε Word: Επιλέξτε "Εισαγωγή" → "Σύμβολο" → και αναζητήστε το £ στη λίστα.
2. Σε Google Docs: Μεταβείτε στο "Εισαγωγή" → "Ειδικοί χαρακτήρες" → επιλέξτε "Σύμβολα" και έπειτα "Νόμισμα" → βρείτε το σύμβολο £.

💡 Με ένα μόνο κλικ, το σύμβολο εισάγεται στο έγγραφό σας — χωρίς να πληκτρολογήσετε τίποτα!

Τώρα γνωρίζετε όλους τους τρόπους για να πληκτρολογήσετε εύκολα το σύμβολο της λίρας (£), είτε εργάζεστε σε Mac, Windows, smartphone ή online εφαρμογές. Χρησιμοποιήστε το κάθε φορά που χρειάζεται να αναφερθείτε σε λίρες σε επαγγελματικά ή προσωπικά κείμενα!

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