// TRADING TERMINOLOGY
What is Cryptocurrency?
A digital currency secured by cryptography and operating on a decentralised blockchain network, traded 24/7 on global markets with high volatility.
In-Depth Explanation
Read the full guide: [What Is Cryptocurrency Trading?](/basic/what-is-cryptocurrency-trading)
Practical Example
"A trader buys Bitcoin via a CFD broker, profiting when the price rises without needing to hold actual Bitcoin in a wallet."
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