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Why is the bolívar collapsing while USDT gains ground in Venezuela?
Venezuela's economy is experiencing one of its most critical moments in decades, marked by an accelerated depreciation of the bolívar against the dollar and a widespread adoption of USDT (Tether) as a store of value and medium of exchange. The bolívar's inability to stabilize forces citizens, businesses, and even institutional actors to migrate toward more reliable digital solutions.
💸 Bolívar devaluation: Current context
Persistent monetary collapse: The bolívar has suffered a dramatic drop in value, with the official exchange rate rising to hundreds of bolívares per dollar in 2025-2026, losing much of its purchasing power compared to mid-2024. (euronews)
💸 Bolívar devaluation: Current context
Persistent monetary collapse: The bolívar has suffered a dramatic drop in value, with the official exchange rate rising to hundreds of bolívares per dollar in 2025-2026, losing much of its purchasing power compared to mid-2024. (euronews)
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Kontigo Hack in Venezuela: Over $340,000 in USDC Stolen and Full Refund Completed
The stablecoin fintech and digital neobank Kontigo, widely used in Venezuela and other Latin American markets to manage digital dollars (USDC), was victim to a cyberattack that compromised funds from over 1,000 users, resulting in the draining of approximately 340,905 USDC (~USD 340,000). (PYMNTS.com)
🔍 What exactly happened?
🔸 Unauthorized access: On January 5, 2026, Kontigo detected unauthorized access to certain systems that allowed hackers to drain funds from at least 1,005 user accounts, withdrawing a total exceeding 340,000 USDC. (PYMNTS.com)
🔍 What exactly happened?
🔸 Unauthorized access: On January 5, 2026, Kontigo detected unauthorized access to certain systems that allowed hackers to drain funds from at least 1,005 user accounts, withdrawing a total exceeding 340,000 USDC. (PYMNTS.com)
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Kontigo in Venezuela: From fintech solution to security incident and bank blockages
📱 Kontigo in Venezuela: From fintech solution to security incident and bank blockages
Kontigo, the fintech that became popular in Venezuela as a platform for digital U.S. dollar accounts (USDC) and crypto services for transfers and savings in a country experiencing hyperinflation, has recently gone through a turbulent period marked by a series of events that have affected thousands of users in the Caribbean nation. (Bloomberg)
🛑 1. Suspension of banking services in the U.S.
At the end of 2025, Kontigo announced the temporary suspension of accounts associated with U.S. banks for Venezuelan users.
Kontigo, the fintech that became popular in Venezuela as a platform for digital U.S. dollar accounts (USDC) and crypto services for transfers and savings in a country experiencing hyperinflation, has recently gone through a turbulent period marked by a series of events that have affected thousands of users in the Caribbean nation. (Bloomberg)
🛑 1. Suspension of banking services in the U.S.
At the end of 2025, Kontigo announced the temporary suspension of accounts associated with U.S. banks for Venezuelan users.
🇻🇪 THE $60B BITCOIN GHOST: Venezuela’s Secret Crypto Empire
As of January 2026, the world is reeling from the news of U.S. military operation "Absolute Resolve" and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. But behind the geopolitical fireworks lies a staggering financial revelation: Venezuela may be one of the world's largest Bitcoin whales.
🔗 The Shadow Pipeline
Intelligence reports suggest that since 2018, the Maduro administration quietly bypassed sanctions by building a "Shadow Reserve" through a strategic three-step pivot:
Gold Liquidation: Selling over 73 tons of gold via Turkey and the UAE to buy BTC at cycle lows (approx. $5,000/BTC).
USDT Oil Settlements: By late 2025, 80% of PDVSA’s oil revenue was settled in USDT to evade the traditional banking system.
The Bitcoin Wash: To prevent Tether from freezing their wallets, billions in USDT were reportedly "washed" into Bitcoin.
💰 Massive Holdings
Conservative estimates place the stash at 600,000+ BTC—roughly 3% of the total global supply. This puts Venezuela's holdings on par with institutional giants like BlackRock and MicroStrategy, and nearly double the known holdings of the U.S. Government.
📈 Why This is a "Supply Shock" Bull Case
The market isn't panicking; it’s turning bullish. Here’s why:
The Big Freeze: If the U.S. seizes these assets, they won't be sold immediately. History shows DOJ-seized crypto stays locked in legal limbo for years.
Supply Lock-up: Removing 600k BTC from "active" circulation creates a massive supply vacuum, driving prices higher as institutional demand climbs.
Strategic Shift: Speculation is mounting that the U.S. may fold these coins into its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve rather than auctioning them off.
The bottom line: Venezuela’s "Shadow Reserve" has transformed from a sanction-evasion tool into a potential $60B supply lock that could propel Bitcoin to new heights in 2026.
#Geopolitics
#VenezuelaCrypto
#FranceBTCReserveBill
$BTC $ETH $SOL
As of January 2026, the world is reeling from the news of U.S. military operation "Absolute Resolve" and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. But behind the geopolitical fireworks lies a staggering financial revelation: Venezuela may be one of the world's largest Bitcoin whales.
🔗 The Shadow Pipeline
Intelligence reports suggest that since 2018, the Maduro administration quietly bypassed sanctions by building a "Shadow Reserve" through a strategic three-step pivot:
Gold Liquidation: Selling over 73 tons of gold via Turkey and the UAE to buy BTC at cycle lows (approx. $5,000/BTC).
USDT Oil Settlements: By late 2025, 80% of PDVSA’s oil revenue was settled in USDT to evade the traditional banking system.
The Bitcoin Wash: To prevent Tether from freezing their wallets, billions in USDT were reportedly "washed" into Bitcoin.
💰 Massive Holdings
Conservative estimates place the stash at 600,000+ BTC—roughly 3% of the total global supply. This puts Venezuela's holdings on par with institutional giants like BlackRock and MicroStrategy, and nearly double the known holdings of the U.S. Government.
📈 Why This is a "Supply Shock" Bull Case
The market isn't panicking; it’s turning bullish. Here’s why:
The Big Freeze: If the U.S. seizes these assets, they won't be sold immediately. History shows DOJ-seized crypto stays locked in legal limbo for years.
Supply Lock-up: Removing 600k BTC from "active" circulation creates a massive supply vacuum, driving prices higher as institutional demand climbs.
Strategic Shift: Speculation is mounting that the U.S. may fold these coins into its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve rather than auctioning them off.
The bottom line: Venezuela’s "Shadow Reserve" has transformed from a sanction-evasion tool into a potential $60B supply lock that could propel Bitcoin to new heights in 2026.
#Geopolitics
#VenezuelaCrypto
#FranceBTCReserveBill
$BTC $ETH $SOL
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Cumulative PNL
+0.07 USDT
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💳 Cryptocurrencies in Latin America: From Speculation to Real Use
For years, the crypto ecosystem was seen as a volatile investment space, reserved for traders and tech enthusiasts. But in Latin America, that narrative is changing. In countries like Venezuela, Argentina, and Mexico, cryptocurrencies are moving beyond being just speculative assets to becoming everyday tools for payment, savings, and value transfer.
🌍 Why is Latin America leading this transformation?
The region presents a unique combination of factors that make crypto a real solution:
- Chronic inflation: In economies like Venezuela or Argentina, local currencies lose value rapidly. Stablecoins like #usdt and #USDC✅ have become safe havens and reliable means of payment.
- Low banking penetration: Millions of people lack access to bank accounts, but they do have access to smartphones. Crypto wallets are their gateway to the digital economy.
- High financial costs: Bank and remittance fees are prohibitive. Cryptocurrencies allow for fast and cheap money transfers without intermediaries.
🚀 What does this mean for the future?
The practical adoption of cryptocurrencies is redefining the concept of financial inclusion. It’s no longer just about investing, but about actively participating in a global economy without barriers. For digital entrepreneurs, this opens up opportunities to integrate crypto payments into online stores, automate international collections, and offer decentralized financial solutions to your clients.
#DeFi: #VenezuelaCrypto
For years, the crypto ecosystem was seen as a volatile investment space, reserved for traders and tech enthusiasts. But in Latin America, that narrative is changing. In countries like Venezuela, Argentina, and Mexico, cryptocurrencies are moving beyond being just speculative assets to becoming everyday tools for payment, savings, and value transfer.
🌍 Why is Latin America leading this transformation?
The region presents a unique combination of factors that make crypto a real solution:
- Chronic inflation: In economies like Venezuela or Argentina, local currencies lose value rapidly. Stablecoins like #usdt and #USDC✅ have become safe havens and reliable means of payment.
- Low banking penetration: Millions of people lack access to bank accounts, but they do have access to smartphones. Crypto wallets are their gateway to the digital economy.
- High financial costs: Bank and remittance fees are prohibitive. Cryptocurrencies allow for fast and cheap money transfers without intermediaries.
🚀 What does this mean for the future?
The practical adoption of cryptocurrencies is redefining the concept of financial inclusion. It’s no longer just about investing, but about actively participating in a global economy without barriers. For digital entrepreneurs, this opens up opportunities to integrate crypto payments into online stores, automate international collections, and offer decentralized financial solutions to your clients.
#DeFi: #VenezuelaCrypto
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How I Preserve the Value of My Income: My Method for Converting Cash to Stablecoins in Venezuela
In the current economic context of Venezuela, preserving the value of our income is a fundamental priority. For more than four years, I have explored various platforms and methods to convert my fiat money to stablecoins like $USDC and $USDT , seeking the most efficient and secure option.
For a long time, the fastest solution was the Binance P2P market. However, with the disappearance of the option for direct cash exchange for crypto assets and the increasing instability of the local exchange market, what was once a simple and economical operation has become complicated and costly.
For a long time, the fastest solution was the Binance P2P market. However, with the disappearance of the option for direct cash exchange for crypto assets and the increasing instability of the local exchange market, what was once a simple and economical operation has become complicated and costly.
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The use of USDT has stabilized the Venezuelan market and generates indirect profits for banks
#VenezuelaCrypto #VenezuelanEconomy
Directly, traditional banks in Venezuela do not operate with USDT in the same way they would with currencies like the dollar or the euro. However, the adoption of cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins like USDT, is a reality in the country due to the citizens' need to safeguard value and conduct international transactions.
Although you will not find a direct option to "buy/sell USDT" on the website of a Venezuelan bank, the way users interact with USDT and the banking system is through cryptocurrency exchange platforms and P2P (peer-to-peer) platforms.
Directly, traditional banks in Venezuela do not operate with USDT in the same way they would with currencies like the dollar or the euro. However, the adoption of cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins like USDT, is a reality in the country due to the citizens' need to safeguard value and conduct international transactions.
Although you will not find a direct option to "buy/sell USDT" on the website of a Venezuelan bank, the way users interact with USDT and the banking system is through cryptocurrency exchange platforms and P2P (peer-to-peer) platforms.
VENEZUELA'S TRIDENT DILEMMA: Crypto Emerges as a Lifeline!
a triple-pronged challenge, a "Trident 🔱" that forces people to make a difficult choice for their daily transactions. The local currency, the Bolívar (Bs.), continues to suffer from severe devaluation. This leaves the population with three distinct paths forward:
The Devalued Bolívar: Sticking with the national currency means watching your money lose value by the hour. It's a losing game against hyperinflation.
The Parallel Market: Sourcing foreign currency through the black market, a risky and often costly option, to protect savings and facilitate transactions.
The Crypto Revolution: Embracing cryptocurrencies from scratch, a new but increasingly popular strategy to regain financial control.
The third option, particularly the use of stablecoins like #USDT, is gaining massive traction. For many, it's no longer just an investment—it's a necessity. USDT offers a stable alternative, pegged to the US dollar, providing a safe harbor from the local currency's volatility.
Why is #USDT The Answer?
In this period of high devaluation, investing in a stablecoin provides a reliable way to cover immediate commitments and preserve purchasing power. It allows Venezuelans to conduct business, receive payments, and even save, without the fear of their funds becoming worthless overnight.
As more people turn to crypto, education becomes paramount. It's crucial to empower the population with the knowledge to manage these digital assets safely and effectively. In future posts, we will share simple, actionable strategies to help navigate this new financial landscape.
Your security and financial stability matter. In a world of economic uncertainty, #crypto is not just a trend; it's a tool for survival.
#USDTforVzla #VenezuelaCrypto #StablecoinSolutions #CryptoEducation #FinancialFreedom
The Devalued Bolívar: Sticking with the national currency means watching your money lose value by the hour. It's a losing game against hyperinflation.
The Parallel Market: Sourcing foreign currency through the black market, a risky and often costly option, to protect savings and facilitate transactions.
The Crypto Revolution: Embracing cryptocurrencies from scratch, a new but increasingly popular strategy to regain financial control.
The third option, particularly the use of stablecoins like #USDT, is gaining massive traction. For many, it's no longer just an investment—it's a necessity. USDT offers a stable alternative, pegged to the US dollar, providing a safe harbor from the local currency's volatility.
Why is #USDT The Answer?
In this period of high devaluation, investing in a stablecoin provides a reliable way to cover immediate commitments and preserve purchasing power. It allows Venezuelans to conduct business, receive payments, and even save, without the fear of their funds becoming worthless overnight.
As more people turn to crypto, education becomes paramount. It's crucial to empower the population with the knowledge to manage these digital assets safely and effectively. In future posts, we will share simple, actionable strategies to help navigate this new financial landscape.
Your security and financial stability matter. In a world of economic uncertainty, #crypto is not just a trend; it's a tool for survival.
#USDTforVzla #VenezuelaCrypto #StablecoinSolutions #CryptoEducation #FinancialFreedom
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I find this project (BARD) interesting as it seeks to "unlock" the potential of Bitcoin so that it can be used more actively and profitably in the growing DeFi ecosystem.
#TradingCommunity #Spot #Chile #VenezuelaCrypto #Colombia
#TradingCommunity #Spot #Chile #VenezuelaCrypto #Colombia
BARD
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Cumulative PNL
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NETHERLANDS REDUCES THE WORK WEEK TO 4 DAYS!!! 🇳🇱
LESS HOURS, MORE QUALITY OF LIFE
More and more Dutch companies are leaving behind the traditional model of 40 hours to opt for 32-hour work weeks in 4 days
What are the results? More productivity, creativity, and well-being. Employees enjoy greater balance between personal life and work, while companies highlight more focused teams with less burnout
What once seemed like an experiment is consolidating as a new normal that questions the old idea that "working more" equates to "working better.
$BTC #VenezuelaCrypto
LESS HOURS, MORE QUALITY OF LIFE
More and more Dutch companies are leaving behind the traditional model of 40 hours to opt for 32-hour work weeks in 4 days
What are the results? More productivity, creativity, and well-being. Employees enjoy greater balance between personal life and work, while companies highlight more focused teams with less burnout
What once seemed like an experiment is consolidating as a new normal that questions the old idea that "working more" equates to "working better.
$BTC #VenezuelaCrypto
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🇻🇪🇻🇪I want to share with you a story about a cryptocurrency scam alert that has caught my attention in Barquisimeto. Recently, the Scientific, Criminal and Forensic Investigations Corps (Cicpc) arrested a 36-year-old scammer in the Palavecino municipality of Lara state.🇻🇪🇻🇪
I find it alarming that scammers are using the promise of high returns in cryptocurrencies to deceive innocent people. According to the information I have, the scammer offered supposed investment services in cryptocurrencies and obtained money in dollars, digital bolívares, and vehicles from their victims.
I wonder how it is possible for people to fall into these traps. It is important to remember that there are no easy and quick profits in the world of cryptocurrencies. There are always risks involved, and it is essential to conduct thorough research before investing.
I have come to know some similar cases in Barquisimeto, where victims have been deceived by scammers promising high returns in cryptocurrencies. It is important for people to be alert and take measures to protect themselves.
How can I protect myself from these scams?
- *Verify authenticity: Research the company and platform before investing.
- *Do not send cryptocurrencies to strangers: Do not transfer cryptocurrencies to people or platforms you do not know.
- *Keep your passwords secure: Use strong passwords and do not share them with anyone.
- *Beware of promises of easy profits: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
I hope this information is helpful to everyone. Always be cautious about who you do business with, remember to always be alert and take measures to protect yourself from these scams and follow me if you made it this far please 🥹
#VenezuelaCrypto $BNB
I find it alarming that scammers are using the promise of high returns in cryptocurrencies to deceive innocent people. According to the information I have, the scammer offered supposed investment services in cryptocurrencies and obtained money in dollars, digital bolívares, and vehicles from their victims.
I wonder how it is possible for people to fall into these traps. It is important to remember that there are no easy and quick profits in the world of cryptocurrencies. There are always risks involved, and it is essential to conduct thorough research before investing.
I have come to know some similar cases in Barquisimeto, where victims have been deceived by scammers promising high returns in cryptocurrencies. It is important for people to be alert and take measures to protect themselves.
How can I protect myself from these scams?
- *Verify authenticity: Research the company and platform before investing.
- *Do not send cryptocurrencies to strangers: Do not transfer cryptocurrencies to people or platforms you do not know.
- *Keep your passwords secure: Use strong passwords and do not share them with anyone.
- *Beware of promises of easy profits: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
I hope this information is helpful to everyone. Always be cautious about who you do business with, remember to always be alert and take measures to protect yourself from these scams and follow me if you made it this far please 🥹
#VenezuelaCrypto $BNB
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Until when do they believe that changing the name is the solution to that great problem in Venezuela with the dollar,
I will give you this example: the Solana currency is at 300 dollars and rising with a strong bullish trend, more buyers demanding, and the price of Solana continues to rise. But at a given moment, there is a release of a large amount of Sol token. What happens???
The price logically drops!! since the market is flooded and there is an oversupply due to that availability caused by the release. Let me explain. The example can be with any crypto... that causes the price to slow down and eventually drop to its lows, due to the large availability from the release of tokens......
In Venezuela, the government does not have international reserves in the central bank of Venezuela for any reason, one was that they created in 2007 the law to take all those funds, more than 38 billion dollars plus gold, remaining at levels far below the recommended. Plus the corruption. Plus the oil production dropped from 3.8 million barrels per day to 450 thousand barrels/d and what is produced is delivered to Russia, China, Iran, Cuba as payment for agreements and favors. Hence, statistics from the central bank of Venezuela are never published...
For this reason, the issue is not changing the name, it is that they do not have the means to meet all the demands for dollars and thus the price is pushed towards a bullish trend... a market without supply and high demand drives prices up, something like BTC, its future trend will be upward due to its low availability of 21 million coins and its high demand...
And the unfortunate thing is that the projection at the end of December is to continue rising. Payment of profits plus bolivares in circulation plus intention to buy USDT, there is no availability. What do you think will happen? It will continue to rise to 500.
And they are already making up that the blame is on Binance.
#MarketPullback $BNB #VenezuelaCrypto
I will give you this example: the Solana currency is at 300 dollars and rising with a strong bullish trend, more buyers demanding, and the price of Solana continues to rise. But at a given moment, there is a release of a large amount of Sol token. What happens???
The price logically drops!! since the market is flooded and there is an oversupply due to that availability caused by the release. Let me explain. The example can be with any crypto... that causes the price to slow down and eventually drop to its lows, due to the large availability from the release of tokens......
In Venezuela, the government does not have international reserves in the central bank of Venezuela for any reason, one was that they created in 2007 the law to take all those funds, more than 38 billion dollars plus gold, remaining at levels far below the recommended. Plus the corruption. Plus the oil production dropped from 3.8 million barrels per day to 450 thousand barrels/d and what is produced is delivered to Russia, China, Iran, Cuba as payment for agreements and favors. Hence, statistics from the central bank of Venezuela are never published...
For this reason, the issue is not changing the name, it is that they do not have the means to meet all the demands for dollars and thus the price is pushed towards a bullish trend... a market without supply and high demand drives prices up, something like BTC, its future trend will be upward due to its low availability of 21 million coins and its high demand...
And the unfortunate thing is that the projection at the end of December is to continue rising. Payment of profits plus bolivares in circulation plus intention to buy USDT, there is no availability. What do you think will happen? It will continue to rise to 500.
And they are already making up that the blame is on Binance.
#MarketPullback $BNB #VenezuelaCrypto
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🔎 “Is the sovereign USDT real in Venezuela?”
What is known so far
1. High adoption of USDT in Venezuela
The use of the stablecoin USDT has grown tremendously in Venezuela for payments, remittances, daily transactions, etc.
Companies and some actors in the private sector are using it as an alternative to the bolívar due to its high inflation.
2. Government and formal sectors involved
There are reports that the government and the state-owned PDVSA use USDT for part of the oil trade or to move some payments in response to international sanctions.
1. High adoption of USDT in Venezuela
The use of the stablecoin USDT has grown tremendously in Venezuela for payments, remittances, daily transactions, etc.
Companies and some actors in the private sector are using it as an alternative to the bolívar due to its high inflation.
2. Government and formal sectors involved
There are reports that the government and the state-owned PDVSA use USDT for part of the oil trade or to move some payments in response to international sanctions.
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as was to be expected, in VENEZUELA, multiple commercial establishments are already using the value of #USDT , in their highest market choice #P2P to quote amounts to be paid in bolívares thus consuming not only the value of physical dollars but also abruptly ravaging the nominal payments in bolívares of the Venezuelan population, some banking entities and exchange platforms bet on direct payments through wallets that allow the cancellation of products with cryptos ... this will alleviate the volatility of the Venezuelan market ?? Or will it evolve into a new system of exchange speculation .. WHAT DO YOU THINK ?? #VENEZUELALIBRE #VenezuelaCrypto
$BTC Se resiste a una bajada y muestra una tendencia Alcista, es mi humilde opinión #BTCPriceVolatilityNow #BinanceHODLerFF #VenezuelaCrypto
Convert 12.90000001 USDT to 0.00011272 BTC
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Master Guide: How to use Limit orders to protect your capital in volatile markets 🛡️
Many beginners make the mistake of buying "at market" (Market Order) when they see the price drop, driven by emotion. However, the secret of profitable traders lies in patience and the strategic use of Binance's tools.
1. What is a Limit order and why do I use it?
A Limit order tells Binance that you only want to buy or sell at a specific price or better.
Advantage: You do not buy on impulse. You buy in discount zones that you have previously analyzed yourself.
1. What is a Limit order and why do I use it?
A Limit order tells Binance that you only want to buy or sell at a specific price or better.
Advantage: You do not buy on impulse. You buy in discount zones that you have previously analyzed yourself.
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🇻🇪"The Loss of a Month of Effort"🇻🇪 -200$ in less than an hour
"Last Monday, November 3rd, in just one hour, I saw how $200 disappeared from my account in Binance Futures. In the economy of Venezuela, that's not a 'trading error'; it's the cost of a whole month of hard work. The anger was immense. If this has happened to you or you want to avoid it, read these hard lessons about Risk Management."
The Golden Rule: The Non-Negotiable Stop-Loss is a LIFE INSURANCE. It's better to lose a little than to lose it all.. If you've never used STOP LOSS, I want you to know that this option automatically closes the operation right where you place the loss, that is, do you want to lose 20% or 30%? Well, that's where it will close.
The Golden Rule: The Non-Negotiable Stop-Loss is a LIFE INSURANCE. It's better to lose a little than to lose it all.. If you've never used STOP LOSS, I want you to know that this option automatically closes the operation right where you place the loss, that is, do you want to lose 20% or 30%? Well, that's where it will close.
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