Myth: "If a coin is on a CEX it must be legit"
A common belief among memecoin traders: "If a coin is on a CEX it must be legit." Here is why that is a misleading — and what to do instead.
Verdict
Misleading
The reality
A centralized-exchange listing adds liquidity and reach, but exchanges list speculative and even sketchy tokens, especially smaller venues. A listing is a distribution event, not a safety certification.
Plenty of listed tokens have crashed or been abandoned. Treat a listing as a catalyst to evaluate, not proof of quality.
Why the myth is wrong
- Exchanges list speculative tokens too.
- Smaller CEXes have low listing bars.
- A listing is distribution, not vetting.
- Listed coins still go to zero.
- Often a "sell the news" event.
The rule to follow instead
Knowing the theory is great. Catching it live is better.
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Education only — not financial advice. Memecoins are extremely high risk.
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