Glossary
Wash Trading
Artificial volume without real demand.
Definition
The same actors trade with themselves to fake activity.
Why It Matters
It distorts demand and liquidity perception.
Common Questions
What does wash trading mean in crypto?
The same actors trade with themselves to fake activity.
Why does wash trading matter when checking a token?
It distorts demand and liquidity perception.
How should I use this term inside FreshTokenWatch?
Use the glossary definition together with the live scanner, token address pages, and chain-specific landings to decide whether a token needs deeper review.
Use This Term In The Scanner
These links connect the glossary term to actual chain pages, token-risk filters, and dead-token or address-check routes.
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