Exchanges
Best crypto exchanges
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Binance
The world's largest crypto exchange by volume, serving 180+ million users across 100+ countries.
Bitget
Bitstamp
Oldest active exchange still operating (founded 2011, Slovenia). EU-regulated, acquired by Robinhood in 2024.
Bybit
Derivatives-focused exchange, known for high leverage and fast matching engine. Survived a $1.5B hack in 2025.
Coinbase
The largest US-regulated exchange. Publicly traded (NASDAQ: COIN). Full NY BitLicense and MSB registration.
Gate.io
Gemini
US exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins. NY-regulated with trust charter. Consumer-safe emphasis.
HTX (formerly Huobi)
Rebranded from Huobi in 2023. One of the oldest Chinese-origin exchanges. Acquired by Tron founder Justin Sun.
Kraken
One of the longest-running regulated exchanges. Known for Proof of Reserves transparency since 2014.
KuCoin
Mt.Gox (Historical)
Once handled 70%+ of all Bitcoin trading. Collapsed February 2014 after losing 850,000 BTC to accumulated theft.
OKX
Major global exchange with strong derivatives market and active self-custody wallet product.
Upbit
Dominant South Korean exchange, ~80% of local won-pair volume. Deep KRW liquidity.