“Before you argue ETH vs BTC or spot vs perps, ask yourself this: who really controls your assets?”
Most traders call it “risk management.” The truth? It’s custody.
Two ways to play:
Centralized Exchanges (CEXs)
• Company holds the keys, runs the order book
• Funds in their custody, withdrawals controlled by them
• Trades happen by permission, not ownership
Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs)
• Smart contracts execute trades automatically
• Assets stay in your wallet, settled on-chain
• Control enforced by code, not a middleman
It’s more than convenience or speed — it’s sovereignty.
Are you letting someone else manage your keys… or taking control back?
Curious how this shapes your trading strategy? Reply “CUSTODY” and I’ll explain the real implications for perpetuals.
