During the
first days after the FTX cryptocurrency exchange collapse, the retail investors’
interests mainly focused on Crypto.com and Gate.io platforms, according to the
recent study conducted by Trading Browers, a digital assets analytical tool.
Trading
Browers examined which of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges observed the
most increase in Google Search and trading volumes between 9 and 13 November
2022, in the early days after the meltdown of the FTX ecosystem.
According
to the study results, Crypto.com saw a staggering 333% increase in Google
searches and a 232% increase in trading volume in the reported period. Gate.io
also experienced a visible surge in search interest (+300%) and overall turnover
(+181%).
In
contrast, Bybit (+412%) and Bitfinex (+410%) experienced the most substantial
growth in trading volumes during the period, but their increase in search
interest was much lower, at 63% and 50%, respectively.
Sources: Google Trends, Ahrefs, Coinmarketcap.com, Nomics.com
“The
ability of traders to quickly shift their focus to other exchanges or secure
wallets in response to market conditions showcases the adaptability and agility
of the cryptocurrency industry. The findings emphasize the importance of
staying on top of market trends and being able to pivot strategies quickly and
also offer valuable insights into the current state of the market and the
behavior of…
