Master virtual asset trading from zero to confident

Learn how to evaluate, trade, and manage risk with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital currencies — even if you're completely new to virtual asset.

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Understand what virtual assets are and how they work

Learn which cryptos to trade and how to evaluate them

Manage risk with stop-losses and position sizing

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What you'll learn

What you'll learn
What is virtual asset?
Types of virtual assets
The basics of trading virtual asset
Risk management and order types
How to evaluate a virtual asset
After reading, you'll be able to
Understand virtual asset and its types
Analyse charts, apply technical indicators and recognise patterns
Manage risk using Stop Loss, Take Profit and other order types
Trade virtual assets on Deriv platforms

Written by

Vince Stanzione
New York Times best-selling author with over 30 years of trading experience. Vince has helped thousands of traders understand derivatives and develop profitable strategies. His practical, no-nonsense approach makes complex topics accessible to beginners.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this ebook really free?

Yes, completely free. No credit card required, no hidden fees.

Do I need trading experience to understand this?

Not at all. This guide is written for beginners with zero trading experience. We explain everything from the ground up, using plain English and practical examples.

What format is the ebook?

The ebook is available as a PDF, which you can read on any device — computer, tablet, or phone.

Do I need a Deriv account to download?

No account required to download. However, if you want to practice what you learn, you can open a free demo account with $10,000 in virtual funds.

Can I share this ebook with others?

Absolutely! Feel free to share the download link with anyone who might find it useful. We want as many traders as possible to benefit from this knowledge.

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