sometimes the opportunity for arbitaging coins is just a quick stint and by the time the transfer goes through, it may be too late. this is speaking from medium sized altcoins such as ltc or etc. there may be opportunities for other smaller altcoins, but not all can transfer from one exchange to another. but if you ask me, theres definitely some nice opportunities.
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