The Crypto Conversation CoinRoutes - Algorithmic Trading Strategies and Execution
Feb 18, 2024
Dave Weisberger, co-founder and CEO of CoinRoutes, dives into the world of algorithmic trading in crypto. He discusses how their advanced strategies lower execution costs and enhance liquidity. Dave shares insights on the transformative potential of Bitcoin ETFs for mainstream adoption and outlines the risks of transparency and market trust post-FTX. He expresses concerns about the current regulatory climate and emphasizes the need for a supportive environment for crypto innovation while revealing CoinRoutes' plans for DeFi solutions and international expansion.
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Algorithmic Slicing Cuts Market Impact
- CoinRoutes hides large orders by slicing and randomizing small orders across order books to reduce market impact.
- This approach saved clients roughly 7–9 basis points versus typical execution costs on large Bitcoin trades.
Measured Execution Savings Are Significant
- CoinRoutes measures execution cost and reports clients traded Bitcoin between three and five basis points on average.
- That compares to an industry norm of about 10–12 basis points, representing meaningful savings for large traders.
Crypto Is Incredibly Transparent — Pros And Cons
- Public blockchains and exchange order books make crypto the most transparent markets in existence.
- That transparency yields advantages but also creates new conflicts when firms can link on-chain activity to real counterparties.