How does funding rate arbitrage affect the overall stability and efficiency of cryptocurrency markets?

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• Dec 27, 2021 · 3 years ago
  As a representative of BYDFi, I can say that funding rate arbitrage can have both positive and negative effects on the stability and efficiency of cryptocurrency markets. On one hand, it can contribute to market efficiency by facilitating the flow of funds between exchanges and reducing rate disparities. This can help align prices across different platforms and improve overall market stability. On the other hand, funding rate arbitrage can also introduce additional volatility and liquidity imbalances, which can negatively impact market stability. It is important for traders to carefully consider the potential risks and rewards of engaging in funding rate arbitrage, and for exchanges to implement measures to mitigate any negative effects on market stability and efficiency.
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