Quant Radio: Spot-Futures Manipulations in Crypto Markets

04/03/2025 15 min Temporada 5 Episodio 2

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Ever feel like you're always one step behind in crypto? Like there's a secret playbook only insiders know? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on a manipulative trading tactic—spot-futures manipulation—and how it impacts everyday investors.Drawing insights from research by Shiri Wang and Tianyang Zhang, we break down how market makers create artificial price swings, lure traders into FOMO-driven futures bets, and cash out while retail investors take the hit. We also explore real-world examples, key red flags to watch for, and strategies to protect yourself from these hidden traps.🔍 Topics Covered:✔️ The mechanics of spot-futures manipulation✔️ How market makers exploit FOMO & leverage✔️ A real-world case from Binance✔️ Key indicators to spot manipulation in real-time✔️ Tools & mindset shifts to become a smarter investorStay informed, stay sharp, and don’t let the game play you. Hit play now!Find the full research paper here: https://community.quantopian.com/c/community-forums/spot-futures-manipulations-in-cryptocurrency-marketsFor more quant-focused content, join us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://community.quantopian.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. There, you can explore a wealth of resources, connect with fellow quants, engage in insightful discussions, and enhance your skills through our extensive range of online courses.Quant Radio is an AI-generated podcast, intended to help people develop their knowledge and skills in Quant finance. This podcast is not intended to provide investment advice.