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USDT vs BRL: which pair to choose for trading crypto?
Many people get lost in this decision. I'll simplify it:
Why is USDT the “universal currency”?
The entire crypto market is priced in US dollars. When you trade BTC/USDT, you are directly in the global quote, without intermediaries. It's like buying at the “factory price”.
And the BRL? Why is it getting more expensive?
This is where the exchange comes into play. Imagine that the dollar rises from 5 to 6 reais:
That is: you pay the price of BTC + the price of the dollar variation. It's like paying two bills at the same time.
The important detail:
If you trade in BRL and the dollar spikes, your wallet in reais may depreciate even if the crypto remains stable in USD. It is an extra risk that you carry.
TL;DR: USDT = no exchange noise. BRL = depends on Brazil's exchange policy. Choose according to your currency of origin.