Market Order vs Spot Market

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Market Order
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A market order is an instruction to buy or sell a cryptocurrency immediately at the best available current price, prioritising execution speed over price control.

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Spot Market
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The spot market is where cryptocurrencies are bought and sold for immediate delivery at the current market price, with ownership transferring to the buyer right away.

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