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Crypto Volatility Explained

Cryptocurrency prices can change quickly. The cryptocurrency amount in your balance and its estimated value in another currency are different measurements. A changing exchange rate can alter the displayed equivalent even when the coin balance stays the same.

Coin amount versus displayed value

MeasureWhat it tells you
Cryptocurrency balanceThe units of the selected asset held in your account.
Estimated fiat valueAn approximate equivalent based on a changing exchange rate.
Transfer amountThe asset units sent or received, after any applicable sending-service fees.

Stablecoins still carry risk

Stablecoins aim to track a reference value, but that value is not guaranteed. Issuer, reserve, market and network risks remain. Neither a stablecoin nor another cryptocurrency guarantees a particular future value.

Review your own records

Compare the selected cryptocurrency, amount and transaction history before assuming that a price change is a missing payment. Contact support if the recorded coin amount does not match your transfer. Gambling and cryptocurrency both involve financial risk; do not spend money you cannot afford to lose.

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