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Crypto in Australia: everything you need to know
From Bitcoin basics to crypto CFDs and trading strategies, start your cryptocurrency journey with us today – understanding both opportunities and risks along the way.
Important CFD trading information
With contracts for difference (CFDs), you can lose more than you deposit, you do not have ownership in the underlying asset and you may be subject to margin close-outs if you do not maintain sufficient margin.
Crypto trading essentials
When you trade crypto with us, you'll use CFDs to speculate on price movements without owning the underlying cryptocurrency. There are potential opportunities to profit whether prices rise or fall, but losses can exceed your initial deposit.
Key points to understand:
- You trade on price movements, not ownership of actual crypto
- Leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses
- Markets operate 24/7, creating round-the-clock opportunities and risks
- Volatility can lead to significant price swings
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Live cryptocurrency prices
Real-time cryptocurrency market prices. Trade on these price movements with CFDs through IG Australia.
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions, and are indicative only.
FAQs
What is cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency is a digital asset secured by cryptography and typically built on blockchain technology. Popular examples include Bitcoin, Ethereum and thousands of alternative coins (altcoins).
How can I start trading crypto in Australia?
You can start by researching different cryptocurrencies and understanding their market behaviour. With IG, you trade crypto through CFDs, which means you speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset. This requires understanding leverage and margin requirements.
What are the risks of crypto trading?
Crypto trading carries significant risks including high volatility, potential total loss of investment, leverage amplifying losses and market manipulation. Prices can be extremely unpredictable and losses can exceed your initial deposit when using leverage.
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Disclaimers
- CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Please consider the Margin Trading Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Risk Disclosure Notice and Target Market Determination before entering into any CFD transaction with us.
- The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs bought through an IG share trading account can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
- Please ensure you fully understand the risks and take care to manage your exposure.
- The information on this website is prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consequently, you should consider the information in light of your objectives, financial situation and needs.
- This website is operated by IG Australia Pty Ltd. IG Australia Pty Ltd is located on Level 32, Queen & Collins, 376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000. ABN 93 096 585 410, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 515106. Derivatives Issuer Licence in New Zealand FSP No. 684191, NZBN 9429047618251.