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Welcome to the CoinAPI blog, where you can find the latest news and announcements about our product, as well as opinions from our community. We are a leader in providing fast and reliable cryptocurrency market data to developers and businesses.

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Institutional crypto: The sleeping giant of investment trends
In spite of the 2018 downfall in the cryptocurrency market, blockchain technology is still a prominent investment opportunity for anyone with a sheer understanding of blockchain innovations. The current bear market is by no chance reflecting the actual view of institutional investors. An early 2019 survey on the amount of investment capital being poured into the crypto market is on the uprise, despite contrary predicuprise.
Crypto Knowledge
Crypto data extraction: The key to successful trading
In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, data is king. Learn how professional traders extract and utilize crypto data to gain a competitive edge and how you can apply these techniques to your trading strategy.
News
Coinbase vies for Binance, Huobi traders with Paradex listings
Coinbases ethos for an Open Financial System took a step forward on the back of the new Paradex listings. Its not all altruistic however. Paradex now lists two major competitor’s native exchange tokens – Binance’s BNB which trade into 80 tokens, as well as Huobi’s Token, HT, which trades into 10 tokens, in an effort to win traders over onto their platform.
Crypto Knowledge, Product Features
FIX API vs REST API – What to Choose When Integrating With Crypto Markets?
What are the REST API, WebSocket, and FIX API? We will help you choose between them.
News
Crypto news: Key moves in early 2019
Kraken Acquires UK Crypto Futures Exchange, Huobi extends BSV support to Japan and Korea, New Zealand Police Say Cryptopia Is Ready to Resume Trading, Bithumb to launch a new crypto exchange in UAE, Coinbase Launches PayPal Withdrawal Support for EU Users.
Crypto Knowledge
How to Improve Your High-Frequency Trading Strategies in Crypto?
In crypto trading, High-Frequency Trading operates similarly to traditional markets but with some unique characteristics due to the decentralized nature and high volatility of cryptocurrencies.
Product Features, Crypto Knowledge
Crypto data filtering
At 9:00 AM, with a cup of coffee in hand, you sit at your desk ready to trade crypto. Faced with an overwhelming amount of market data and news, you can save time by setting up filters. These filters allow you to focus on critical information such as major price changes, high trading volumes, and significant news events. In this blog post, well explore how data filtering can enhance your cryptocurrency trading by selecting specific data points based on your criteria.
News
Resistance DEX partners with Huobi to reshape cryptocurrency trading
Resistance, an innovative decentralized cryptocurrency exchange (DEX), has announced a strategic partnership with Huobi MENA, aiming to address the liquidity challenges faced by DEXs. Set to launch in Q2 2019, Resistance seeks to combine the privacy and security benefits of decentralized exchanges with the liquidity and advanced trading features typically found on centralized platforms. This collaboration with Huobi, a global leader in cryptocurrency financial services, grants Resistance access to over 150 cryptocurrencies and 350 trading pairs, positioning it to compete with established centralized exchanges like Bittrex, Coinbase, and Binance.
Product Features
EMS Trading API vs Single Exchange Access – What’s better?
Choosing the right trading tools is crucial for optimizing your strategy. This blog post delves into Execution Management Systems (EMS), EMS APIs, and CoinAPIs EMS Trading API, comparing them with single exchange access to help you find the perfect fit for your trading needs.
Product Features, Crypto Knowledge
The Role of Latency in Cryptocurrency Data
Latency impacts everything from trade execution speed to market data accuracy in the cryptocurrency world. Learn why low latency is crucial, the consequences of high latency, and how CoinAPI maintains minimal latency to provide the best real-time data access for traders.
Product Features
7 ways EMS Trading API can help your crypto trading
The EMS Trading API optimizes cryptocurrency trading by facilitating high-frequency and algo trading, offering real-time market data, and improving portfolio management. It supports multiple account management across various exchanges, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance for traders.
Crypto Knowledge, Product Features
The power of crypto API on DEX
Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) are peer-to-peer marketplaces without a central authority, growing in popularity with examples like Uniswap and Balancer. A robust market data API is crucial for understanding the dynamics of DEXs and the broader crypto market by providing real-time, reliable data to inform trading strategies. CoinAPI offers a Market Data API that supports a range of DEX protocols such as REST, WebSocket, and FIX APIs, ensuring extensive and flexible market data from various cryptocurrency exchanges. The API includes real-time information on symbols, spot assets, prices, and transactions, aiding in informed trading decisions. CoinAPIs commitment is underlined by their offering of data from multiple DEXs on different networks, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive, up-to-date market data.
Product Features
How CoinAPI's EMS Trading API enhances crypto trading efficiency?
Today, crypto traders face challenges like limited liquidity causing slippage and difficulty in executing large orders without affecting market prices. Market volatility can also quickly erode profits and amplify losses, especially in less liquid markets. Additionally, using multiple trading platforms with different setups adds complexity to trading. The crypto markets rapid changes and uncertain regulations … Continue reading “How CoinAPI Crypto Trading API Enhances Crypto Trading Efficiency?”
News, New Feature
CoinAPI January update: NaaS, new website, Market Data API on QuickNode Marketplace
CoinAPI January update features some exciting info about our future developments such as NaaS (Network as a Service), our brand-new website, and the launch of Market Data API at the QuickNode marketplace. We believe that these new features will help to make your cryptocurrency journey smoother and more efficient. Node-as-a-Service is coming soon! Our upcoming … Continue reading “CoinAPI January Update: NaaS, New Website, Market Data API on QuickNode Marketplace”
Use Case, Product Features
How Does CoinAPI Maximize the Effectiveness of Crypto Trading Bots?
Crypto trading bots are essential for trading on the dynamic cryptocurrency market. They need the best data for the best outcomes, though. CoinAPIs Market Data API is increasingly being used by these bots. Our Market Data API gives real-time data from over 350 exchanges, helping the cryptocurrency trading bots make the best decisions. Find out … Continue reading “How Does CoinAPI Maximize the Effectiveness of Crypto Trading Bots?”
Crypto Knowledge, Use Case, Product Features
Crypto Tax API: Discover the future of crypto tax management with CoinAPI
As tax return deadlines approach in various countries worldwide, traders and investors are struggling with the complexities of reporting their cryptocurrency investments. This challenge is universal, going from the United States to Japan, and from Germany to Brazil, reflecting the global nature of the cryptocurrency market. Each country, with its unique regulatory framework, presents a … Continue reading “Crypto tax API: Discover the future of crypto tax management with CoinAPI”
News
Cryptocurrency exchanges thrive in 2018
Cryptocurrency exchanges closed 2018 with record transaction volumes, despite the industry-wide downturn. Bitcoin remains the dominant force, accounting for nearly 50% of trading volume on major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. As we enter 2019, what trends can we expect in crypto trading?
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CoinAPI update: Cryptocurrency trading API and new integrations
This month, CoinAPI is proud to launch our cryptocurrency trading API, alongside key partnerships with Quicknode. Weve also expanded our offerings with new integrations at exchanges like dYdX, MEXC, and Bing, enhancing our cryptocurrency trading services. Cryptocurrency trading API is live CoinAPI proudly unveils the EMS Trading API, a groundbreaking API tool designed to transform … Continue reading “CoinAPI update: Cryptocurrency trading API and new integrations”
Product Features, Crypto Knowledge
The future of trading: How cryptocurrency API is changing the game
As we move from 2023 into 2024, CoinAPI cements its role as a global leader in the cryptocurrency API space. With the launch of our EMS Trading API, we continue to lead the charge in innovation. Our deep understanding of the true value of cryptocurrency APIs shapes our advanced platforms, ensuring seamless access to crypto data … Continue reading “The future of trading: How cryptocurrency API is changing the game”
Product Features, Crypto Knowledge
Understanding OHLCV in Crypto Market Data Analysis
Understanding OHLCV data in market analysis is key to interpreting market trends and behavior. This guide explains the Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume data points, equipping both new and experienced traders with essential tools for informed decision-making. Dive into the essentials of technical analysis with us, where each data point is a step towards … Continue reading “Understanding OHLCV in Market Data Analysis”