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Thanks for the sources, I really wasn't aware of that... What would you say is the most trust able amongst the hundreds and hundreds of exchanges I've never heard of? I am aware that poloniex already exist a long time, huobi as well - don't know about the rest. Kucoin and gate.io maybe? Cheers!
Honestly, I cannot say I would fully vouch for any centralized exchange as completely trustworthy these days. Just look at FTX case - a year or so ago it seemed rock solid, now its gone bust. Of the ones you mentioned, they have been around a decent while which is a good sign. You probably wont have issues there, but even so best not to take too many risks no matter where you trade. Best to keep the coins in your private wallet until the moment you want to sell them.