Are Bitcoin Trading Signals Comparable to Forex?

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0xChadNewbie
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#1Jun 16, 2017, 01:23 AM
Can we apply forex trading analysis methods to Bitcoin? Like, do they use the same signals or is Bitcoin just a whole different game?
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0xGasMember
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#2Jun 16, 2017, 07:41 AM
Honestly, I don’t think Bitcoin has those same signals as forex. The volatility is what makes it tricky. One day you’re up, the next you’re down.
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#3Jun 16, 2017, 12:25 PM
Doesn’t really matter if signals are similar. It’s about how you use them. Crypto is so much more volatile than forex, which complicates things.
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tom69Newbie
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#4Jun 16, 2017, 03:54 PM
You can find some tools on Telegram or other social media, but be careful. A lot of that stuff is manipulated to mislead you. Better to learn to read the charts yourself.
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0xOrbitMember
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#5Jun 16, 2017, 09:46 PM
Market cap plays a big role. It’s key for institutional players. You can simplify your strategy, or make it super complex. Just remember, what works for one might not work for another.
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boss_2015Newbie
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#6Jun 17, 2017, 02:24 AM
Indicators might look the same, but price movements are totally different. Bitcoin's volatility is crazy. You can use forex indicators for Bitcoin, but watch out for whale manipulation.
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the_seedFull Member
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#7Jun 17, 2017, 02:59 AM
If you really wanna know, find someone who has experience in both markets. I don't trade forex, so I'm not the best to ask.
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sam_wolfMember
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#8Jun 17, 2017, 06:24 AM
There are indicators for both markets. They kinda work the same but Bitcoin’s value swings so wildly. Do your due diligence before trusting others’ calls.
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cobra07Newbie
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#9Jun 17, 2017, 07:57 AM
Nope, they’re not the same. Each trading pair acts differently. Just because one analysis works for forex doesn’t mean it’ll work for Bitcoin.
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fork404Full Member
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#10Jun 17, 2017, 11:11 AM
Yeah, Bitcoin can be analyzed like forex, but don’t expect the indicators to always perform well due to the unpredictable nature of the crypto market.
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bit2021Member
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#11Jun 17, 2017, 02:49 PM
Absolutely, Bitcoin does have indicators similar to forex. Things like moving averages and RSI are popular. But don’t just rely on technicals; they can fail in this wild market.
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wolf404Member
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#12Jun 17, 2017, 09:00 PM
Comparison is like apples and oranges. Forex signals and Bitcoin indicators aren’t directly comparable because of the wild price swings in crypto.
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tom51Full Member
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#13Jun 18, 2017, 01:14 AM
I swear, the signals in forex aren’t accurate most of the time. So how can you trust them for Bitcoin? They’re built from the same tools, but that doesn't mean they’re effective.
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#14Jun 18, 2017, 06:00 AM
Technical indicators are pretty universal, but price action is a whole different beast in Bitcoin compared to forex.
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fewunderstandLegendary
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#15Jun 20, 2017, 12:42 PM
If you want a steady income, good luck with both. You can get free Bitcoin signals, but they’re not reliable.
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hash51Newbie
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#16Jun 20, 2017, 02:06 PM
Whether you trade forex or crypto, the same technical analysis applies. Just keep in mind crypto can have much larger price swings.
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the_moonMember
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#17Jun 20, 2017, 02:35 PM
The analysis style is different for Bitcoin due to volatility. With forex, you can set losses and profits more easily.
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0xOrbitMember
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#18Jun 20, 2017, 05:41 PM
I’ve tried both and I’d say forex is less risky. With crypto, if you miss a trade, you’re either in the green or rekt.
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HyperLynxSenior Member
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#19Jun 20, 2017, 06:36 PM
Technical analysis principles apply to both, but forex has scheduled trading hours while crypto is 24/7. That changes the game.
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dan.wolfFull Member
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#20Jun 20, 2017, 07:09 PM
A lot of brokers now offer both forex and crypto pairs. It’s a big deal for trading strategies over the years.
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