Dutch Auction
By CoinGecko | Updated on Sep 01, 2021
A Dutch Auction, also know as an "inverted" auction, starts off with high asking price that decays over time until a pre-determined floor price. This style of auction allows users to enter only when the price matches their desired comfort level.
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