A crypto trader turned $6,800 into $1.5 million with a one-sided quoting strategy, dominating over 3% of maker volume on a major exchange in just two weeks.
Arijit Sarkar
Arijit Sarkar is a Mumbai-based journalist currently serving as the planning editor and deputy editor for Cointelegraph’s European newsdesk. Since joining in 2021, he has specialized in data-driven reporting, simplifying complex crypto and policy developments into accessible, factual stories. His coverage includes major crypto hacks and scams, regulatory changes, and interviews with industry leaders. Arijit holds a degree in Computer Science and a Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication. A strong advocate for global Bitcoin adoption, he doesn't hold any cryptocurrency above Cointelegraph’s disclosure threshold of $1,000.
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