Definitive

Base

Definitive (EDGE) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2022and operates on the Base platform. Definitive has a current supply of 1,000,000,000 with 203,024,680.07272866 in circulation. The last known price of Definitive is 0.09546026 USD and is down -1.93 over the last 24 hours. It is currently trading on 53 active market(s) with $808,952.46 traded over the last 24 hours. More information can be found at https://www.definitive.fi.

Aerodrome SlipStream

We are an aspiring exchange that focus on memecoins and serving the  degen community. The team includes industry veterans, featuring an original founding team of a top-tier exchange. Also, the founders are deeply involved  in the degen community and have close connections with the team behind  $BITCOIN, $MOG and a number of top memecoin projects.

Ourbit

BitKan is a leading cryptocurrency broker exchange, partnering with over 7 major exchanges, including Binance and OKX. Through BitKan, users can access the combined trading depth of thousands of crypto tokens across multiple platforms—all with a single BitKan account. Established in 2012, BitKan officially launched its trading platform in 2019, supporting millions of users worldwide in exploring and trading digital assets.

Whether you’re new to cryptocurrency or an experienced trader, we offer a comprehensive range of intuitive tools and services comprising Spot Trading, Futures Trading, Bot Trading, and more. Our mission is to simplify the process of buying, selling, and managing crypto, empowering users to trade with confidence.

Security is our top priority at BitKan. We employ advanced technologies and rigorous protocols to ensure a secure and trustworthy trading environment. We take pride in providing a platform where users can trade safely, with security and trust as the cornerstones of our business.

All of BitKan’s features are available on both iOS and Android mobile apps, as well as on desktop, giving you access to the world of crypto anytime, anywhere.

BitKan

## What Is OpenOcean?

[OpenOcean](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/openocean/) is a [decentralized exchange](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/decentralized-exchange-dex) (DEX) aggregator. It sources liquidity from different [DeFi](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/defi) markets and facilitates [cross-chain](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/cross-chain) swaps. Thanks to its routing algorithm, the aggregator finds the most attractive prices from various exchanges and provides traders with low [slippage](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/slippage) and fast [settlement](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/settlement). Since the aggregator is free of charge, users only pay the gas and exchange fees on the respective blockchains, though nothing to OpenOcean itself.

The protocol collects data from major decentralized and [centralized exchanges](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/centralized-exchange-cex). It also sources liquidity from [Ethereum](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/ethereum/) and [layer-two](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/layer-2) solutions like [Arbitrum](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/article/what-is-arbitrum-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-arbitrum-ecosystem) and [Optimism](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/article/what-is-optimism-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-optimism-ecosystem), as well as other blockchains like [BNB Chain](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/binance-coin/), [Polygon](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/polygon/), [Avalanche](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/avalanche/), [Solana](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/solana/), and others. The protocol continues expanding to other chains to meet the needs of its community. Users can place [limit orders](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/limit-order) and engage in [liquidity providing](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/liquidity-provider-tokens-lp-tokens).

Moreover, it aggregates [derivative](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/derivative) products and aims to release its wealth management services. An API and [arbitrage](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/arbitrage) tools serve for automated trading strategies. The exchange’s vision is to build a crypto-only trading aggregator with increased capital efficiency, connecting the currently fragmented DeFi and CeFi markets. This shall allow each investor (despite their size or affiliation) to trade at the best prices and apply their investment strategies across the cryptocurrency markets. A future SaaS tool will provide automated arbitrage strategies and grid trading across centralized and decentralized exchanges to achieve that goal.


## Who Are the OpenOcean Founders?

The OpenOcean founders are anonymous and work according to the decentralized ethos of the exchange, which is open-source and has been [audited](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/audit) by security firms like Certik.


## When Did OpenOcean Launch?

OpenOcean launched in July 2021.


## Where Is OpenOcean Located?

With no centralized leadership heading the project, there is no headquarter or central location from where the exchange operates. 


## OpenOcean Restricted Countries

At the time of writing, there is no information about restricted countries on this exchange. 


## OpenOcean Supported Coins List 

OpenOcean has integrated more than 16 blockchains and includes [EVM](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/ethereum-virtual-machine-evm)-compatible and non-EVM-compatible chains. It thus supports almost all relevant cryptocurrencies.


## How Much Are OpenOcean Fees?

There are no fees on this exchange. Users only have to pay the gas fees and exchange fees from the different platforms used by the aggregator. For token swaps through the liquidity pools, a flat 0.2% fee is charged, with 0.15% going to liquidity providers and 0.05% to the treasury.


## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trade on OpenOcean?

OpenOcean does not offer [leverage](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/leverage) or [margin trading](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/margin-trading).

OpenOcean

## What Is Coinone?

Coinone is a South Korean crypto exchange registered as Coinone Inc. The project was created with a focus on clients from Asian territories. It offers trading of digital assets, providing a wide range of tokens and trading pairs.

The main features of Coinone are convenient interface for efficient trading with tools for in-depth analysis of currencies; a [wallet](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/wallet) for storing coins, trading and client deposits; a payment method in the form of crypto deposits and fiat deposits via bank transfers; round-the-clock support service available by email or phone; security mechanisms such as a two-factor authentication scheme, multi-signature wallets and ID verification.

The platform offers its users three types of service: simplified, professional and lightning-quick. Investors also have the option of earning passive income through [staking](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/staking). The exchange does not have referral programs, demo accounts or educational materials.

Coinone has been on the market for a long time, and is funded by Kakao Ventures.


## Who Are the Coinone Founders?

Myunghun Cha is the founder and the current CEO of Coinone. Cha graduated from Postech, where he studied computer science. Known as a white hat hacker with a ten-year background, he developed the Coinone security system. His expertise and knowledge in cybersecurity are confirmed by prizes in international hacker competitions, such as DEFCON CTF and Codegate.


## When Did Coinone Launch?

The project was founded in 2014. However, the platform launched in 2015. 


## Where Is Coinone Located?

Coinone's headquarters is in Seoul, South Korea.


## Coinone Restricted Countries

The exchange and its services/products are mainly targeted at citizens of South Korea and focused on South Korean investors. There is no information about restrictions for residents of other countries as well.


## What Coins Are Supported on Coinone?

Coinone is a centralized crypto exchange that allows users to trade more than 200 digital assets, including BTC, ETH, XRP, ETC, ADA, SOL, DOGE, DOT, ATOM and more.

The platform supports South Korean Won (KRW). It’s the only [fiat](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/fiat) option.


## How Much Are Coinone Fees?

The Korean exchange offers a flat fee of 0.2% for the main market. Coinone has both Maker fees and Taker fees. For makers, those are 0-0.1%, and they can also get lower. Meanwhile, for takers it’s 0.02-0.1%. Coinone also has a withdrawal fee of 0.0015 BTC. Withdrawals in fiat currency are charged a 1000 KRW fee. No deposit fees.


## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Coinone?

Following the accusations of providing gambling services from the Korean authorities, in 2017 [margin trading](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/margin-trading) was removed from the platform.

Coinone

## What Is Kraken?

Kraken is a US-based cryptocurrency exchange where users can buy, sell and trade various assets with relatively low commissions. Clients can also earn rewards through coin staking. The exchange has a leading level euro volume and liquidity and allows users to trade over 100 crypto assets and 7 fiat currencies, including USD, CAD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CHF and AUD, on-the-go with a web platform and mobile apps.

Founded in 2011, it was one of the first few crypto exchanges offering spot trading, derivatives and index products. Today, the company offers numerous products and services, including but not limited to: spot trading, margin trading, futures, indices, stakings, OTC and an upcoming non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace. The exchange serves over 8 million traders and institutional clients, and is backed by Digital Currency Group, Blockchain Capital, Tribe Capital, Hummingbird Ventures and more.


## Who Are the Kraken Founders?

The centralized exchange is owned by Payward Inc., founded by its CEO, crypto pioneer Jesse Powell.

Powell has been working with digital currencies since 2001. He graduated from California State University with a degree in Philosophy with a concentration in Ethics & Law, founded the Verge Gallery and Studio Project, created Internet Ventures & Holdings.


## When Did Kraken Launch?

Kraken was founded in 2011 and launched in September 2013, offering Bitcoin, Litecoin and euro-denominated trades initially.


## Where Is Kraken Located?

The company is based in San Francisco, California.


## Kraken Restricted Countries

Kraken is available to all U.S. residents, except those living in New York and Washington. However, Kraken Futures are not available to all U.S. residents. Currently, the platform serves millions of customers in approximately 200 countries.

The company has several restrictions for the following countries: Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Congo-Brazzaville, Eritrea, Congo-Kinshasa, Guinea-Bissau, Cuba, Lebanon, Iran, Mali, Iraq, Namibia, Libya, Somalia, North Korea, South Sudan, Syria, Sudan, Tajikistan and Yemen.


## What Coins Are Supported on Kraken?

More than 120 coins are supported on the platform, including [BTC](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/), [ETH](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/ethereum/), [LTC](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/litecoin/), [XRP](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/xrp/), [ETC](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/ethereum-classic/), [ZEC](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/zcash/), [USDT](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/tether/) and more.


## How Much Are Kraken Fees?

Fees on the platform vary across different products, such as Instant Buy, Kraken Pro, Stablecoins, Margin, Futures and NFT. For the basic Instant Buy service, the company charges a fee of 0.9% for stablecoins and 1.5% for other crypto assets, on top of fees charged for different payment methods. For Kraken Pro, it uses a maker-taker fee model where maker fees range 0.00% to 0.16% and taker fees range from 0.10% to 0.26%, depending on how often a user trades each 30-day period.


## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Kraken?

For advanced users, Kraken Pro offers margin and futures features. The platform offers up to 5X leverage. The maximum level of leverage depends on the currency pair.

Kraken

### What Is Gate?

Gate is a centralized cryptocurrency exchange established in 2013, ranking among the top exchanges globally. It is the first mainstream cryptocurrency exchange to commit to 100% reserves. Partnering with U.S. auditing firm Armanino LLP, Gate regularly discloses reserves using an open-source Merkle Tree solution, allowing users to verify their assets at any time. As of January 6, 2026, the overall reserve coverage ratio increased from 124% to 125%, with total reserves reaching $9.478 billion; Gate's reserves cover nearly 500 types of user assets.

In April 2025, the platform has adopted the new international domain Gate.com and unveiled a redesigned brand logo, strengthening unified brand identity and enhancing its commitment to become the "next-generation crypto exchange".

As of now, Gate stands among the top-tier platforms in 24-hour spot trading volume. It supports trading across spot, futures, and margin markets, as well as offering wealth management products.

In terms of innovative asset offering, the platform has built a token launch ecosystem consisting of four core products: Launchpool, Launchpad, CandyDrop and HODLer Airdrop. Also, Gate Alpha offers trading in early-stage, high-potential on-chain assets, combining CEX convenience with DEX freedom.

Gate continues to optimize its full-chain ecosystem layout and advance the implementation of the "All in Web3" strategy: Gate Layer, the second-layer network, provides efficient and low-cost infrastructure for on-chain applications; Gate Perp DEX drives innovation in the decentralized derivatives market and upgrades user experience; Gate Fun, as a no-code on-chain launch platform, helps high-quality projects achieve rapid creation and community building; Meme Go offers users real-time cross-chain Meme coin trading and market data analysis.

Its platform token, GT, has reached a high of $25.96 as of January 25, 2025, and is ranked among the top 40 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.

### Who Are the Gate Founders?

Dr. Han, a PhD in Optoelectronics, founded the exchange in 2013 and serves as its CEO.

### When Did Gate Launch?

Originally launched as Bter (or Bter.com) in 2013, the exchange was rebranded to Gate.io in late 2017. In 2025, Gate announced a major brand upgrade, introducing a brand new Chinese name "Damen" (大门, meaning "The Gate"), and adopting the new international domain Gate.com

### Where Is Gate Located?

Gate operates as a global cryptocurrency exchange with offices and teams across multiple regions.

### Gate Restricted Countries

Gate is expanding its global compliance network. Various Gate entities have obtained or completed regulatory registrations, licences, authorizations, or approvals across various jurisdictions, such as Malta, Italy, Gibraltar, Bahamas, and Hong Kong.
In 2024, Gate Group also completed the acquisition of a Japan-licensed exchange, further broadening its international compliance network.

In April 2025, Gate Technology FZE ("Gate Dubai"), a part of Gate Group, obtained a full operational license from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai.

In October 2025, Gate Technology Ltd., a part of Gate Group, secured the MiCA license from Malta Financial Services Authority to provide crypto asset exchange and custody services to its clients.

### What Coins Are Supported on Gate?

Gate supports over 3,600 cryptocurrencies, including popular assets like BTC, ETH, and DOGE, and more.

### How Much Are Gate Fees?

Gate's trading fees are based on a tiered VIP structure, ranging from VIP 0 to VIP 16, determined by the user's 30-day trading volume. Fees follow a maker-taker model.

### Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Gate?

Yes, Gate supports margin trading with flexible leverage, catering to both beginner and advanced traders.

Gate

### What is CoinEx?

Established in 2017 by industry-leading mining pool ViaBTC, CoinEx is a global cryptocurrency exchange designed with users in mind.

The platform champions transparency as one of the earliest crypto exchanges to release proof-of-reserves to protect 100% of user assets, preserving its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity while ensuring a secure trading environment for its users.

CoinEx offers a smooth and pleasant trading experience through its latest features, including Mining, One-click Swap, Pre-token Trading, and its self-designed Automated Market Maker (AMM), providing interactive utilities that satisfy its 10+ million users in over 200 countries and regions.

CoinEx supports over 1300 cryptocurrencies and more than 1900 trading pairs across 18 language markets.

The exchange is home to its native token, CET (Coin Ecosystem Token), which plays a strong role in enhancing user engagement and fostering a vibrant ecosystem.

Encouraging user empowerment, CoinEx offers resources to enhance their knowledge and skills for crypto trading. With applications such as AI Analysis tailored for advanced users and Academy for beginners, CoinEx helps them trade with confidence.

By continuously improving to meet the evolving needs of its users, CoinEx strives to provide a reliable and excellent cryptocurrency trading experience as 'Your Crypto Trading Expert.’

### Who is the CoinEx founder?

CoinEx was founded by Haipo Yang, a young entrepreneur and an early Bitcoin investor. Mr. Yang had his first introduction to Bitcoin in 2011 and joined the Bitcoin community in 2013. In 2016, he started developing a Bitcoin mining pool. He completed all the code of ViaBTC Pool and launched it two months later, followed by the establishment of CoinEx Exchange.

### When was CoinEx launched?

CoinEx was launched in December 2017.

### What coins are supported on CoinEx?

CoinEx now supports nearly 1400 innovative and premium crypto assets, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, SOL, XRP, ADA, etc.

### Is it possible to use margin/futures trading on CoinEx?

On CoinEx, users can trade cryptos with up to 10X leverage. CoinEx futures contract employs several adjustable leverages ranging from 3X to 100X. Additionally, the exchange offers nearly 200 futures markets where users can access CoinEx’s easy, convenient futures trading services.

### How is CoinEx’s ecosystem?

The CoinEx ecosystem, supported by ViaBTC, is dedicated to exploring and promoting the latest development models within the blockchain industry. We actively seek opportunities for growth in this sector, fostering the circulation and application of its technology. The ecosystem include:

* CoinEx, crypto trading designed with users in mind; 
* CoinEx Wallet, a secure crypto wallet;
* CoinEx Smart Chain, a smart contract chain; 
* CoinEx Explorer, a blockchain explorer; 
* CoinEx Charity, a nonprofit blockchain charity organization.

The ecosystem aims to provide professional services and technical support to meet users' needs in cryptocurrency trading, asset management, and blockchain exploration, while CoinEx Charity serves social outreach initiatives.

### What is a CoinEx Ambassador?

CoinEx Ambassadors are the exchange’s partners for its worldwide promotion. They assist CoinEx in market operations and help the exchange build a global presence. CoinEx Ambassadors could enjoy a commission ratio of up to 50% of the referee's transaction fees. Moreover, they can also receive lifetime commissions as long as they stay as Ambassadors. 

CoinEx

CEX.IO (http://cex.io/) was founded in 2013 with a mission to support global financial inclusion through the adoption of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. As one of the most tenured market participants, CEX.IO offers a rich ecosystem of simple to use, secure solutions for buying, storing, trading, selling, sending, and earning digital assets. With over five million registered users globally, CEX.IO provides retail, enterprise, and institutional customers with best-in-class tools and technologies to help them tap into decentralized finance.

Learn more at cex.io or follow us on LinkedIn.

CEX.IO

### What Is BitMart?

[BitMart](https://www.bitmart.com/?r=cGw5Mh) is a premier global digital asset trading platform serving 12+ million registered users worldwide, providing numerous trading and investment features, including [spot trading](https://www.bitmart.com/trade/BTC_USDT/?r=cGw5Mh), [earn](https://www.bitmart.com/earn-overview/?r=cGw5Mh) products, [lending](https://www.bitmart.com/crypto-loans/?r=cGw5Mh), [derivatives](https://derivatives.bitmart.com/futures/overview/?r=cGw5Mh), as well as margin and [futures](https://derivatives.bitmart.com/futures/BTCUSDT/?r=cGw5Mh) with up to 200x leverage. This broad product suite makes BitMart a flexible platform for newcomers who want simplicity and for experienced traders who need more advanced tools and strategies.

Beyond trading, BitMart provides a user-friendly interface, a robust mobile app, a comprehensive knowledge base, secure wallet services, [AI-powered tools](https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/ai/?r=cGw5Mh), and the [BitMart Card](https://www.bitmart.com/bitmart-card/?r=cGw5Mh)—making it a feature-rich platform with a leading and diversified product ecosystem. Built with an advanced multi-layer, multi-cluster system architecture, BitMart is designed to support strong security, stability, and scalability. In 2018, the platform also introduced its ecosystem token, [BMX](https://www.bitmart.com/bmx/?r=cGw5Mh), as an ERC-20 asset.

### Who Are the BitMart Founders?

BitMart was founded by Sheldon Xia, who led the company from its early-stage buildout into a global trading platform.

As Founder and Group President (formerly CEO), Sheldon drives BitMart’s long-term strategy, product innovation, and its ongoing focus on platform security and resilient infrastructure, while advancing the exchange’s global growth roadmap.

### When Did BitMart Launch?

BitMart was founded in 2017, and the platform launched publicly in March 2018.

### Where Is BitMart Located?

BitMart operates as a global cryptocurrency exchange with offices and teams across multiple regions.

### BitMart Restricted Countries

The global cryptocurrency exchange provides real-time trading services across a wide range of international markets.In late 2025, BitMart US was launched to operate in accordance with applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.

Under BitMart's User Agreement, BitMart does not provide services to residents of: Cuba, Crimea, Hong Kong, Iran, Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of), Kingdom of the Netherlands, the State of New York, and the so-called Donetsk People's Republic (DNR) or Luhansk People's Republic (LNR). Always refer to BitMart's official User Agreement and compliance updates to verify eligibility in your jurisdiction.

### What Coins Are Supported on BitMart?

The platform features more than 1700+ crypto assets and 460+ perpetuals, among popular coins: BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, LTC, DOGE, SHIB, PEPE and more. Users can [buy and sell crypto](https://www.bitmart.com/buy-crypto/BTC/USD/?r=cGw5Mh) in a few steps on BitMart. Choose credit, debit cards , ApplePay, SEPA or other methods from more than 70 payment options.

### How Much Are BitMart Fees?

BitMart offers a competitive tiered fee structure under a Maker-Taker model. [Trading fees](https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/fee/?r=cGw5Mh) start at 0.1% for both Makers and Takers and are determined by a user's 30-day trading volume (measured in BTC) and BMX token holdings. BitMart does not charge deposit fees. [Withdrawal fees](https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/cryptofee/?r=cGw5Mh) vary by asset. Refer to the [Fee Structure](https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/fee/?r=cGw5Mh) for more details.

### Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on BitMart?

BitMart’s [futures trading](https://derivatives.bitmart.com/en-US/futures/BTCUSDT/?r=cGw5Mh) feature was officially launched in 2020. Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, jurisdictional restrictions, and user qualification criteria, BitMart offers futures and margin trading services. Where permitted, futures trading supports adjustable leverage of up to 200x.

BitMart

### What is DigiFinex?

DigiFinex, founded in 2017, is a trusted crypto asset exchange serving over 7 million users worldwide. We provide seamless access to 700+ digital assets powered by enterprise-grade security infrastructure.

Our team delivers a streamlined trading experience globally, supported by localized interfaces and 24/7 multilingual assistance. By prioritizing intuitive design and robust asset protection protocols, we empower both retail and institutional investors to confidently navigate the digital economy.

DigiFinex aims to become a leading global digital currency trading platform, providing users with efficient, secure, and convenient digital currency trading services. The platform adopts a multi-layered security architecture, including SSL encryption, firewalls, and multi-factor authentication, to ensure the security of users' digital assets.

In addition, DigiFinex also provides a range of value-added services, including leveraged trading, OTC trading, fiat currency trading, and asset custody. Among them, wealth management products are DigiFinex's star products, with its current account wealth management product being widely popular among users for its high flexibility and objective returns.

DigiFinex actively expands its global market by setting up branches and partners worldwide and strengthening localization services. At the same time, the platform also focuses on community building, regularly organizing online and offline activities to increase user engagement.

### When did DigiFinex Launch?

DigiFinex was founded in December 2017 and is a trustworthy digital currency financial exchange.

### Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on DigiFinex ?

Traders can borrow funds and participate in margin trading on DigiFinex Margin, which allows trading cryptocurrencies with up to 10X leverage.

DigiFinex Trading's perpetual contract is a derivative product that enables value trading. Users can choose different leverage ratios on the platform, with a maximum of up to 100X. DigiFinex is a beautifully crafted derivative type that dominates trading volume on top trading platforms.

### Is DigiFinex safe?

So far, there have been no hacker attacks or data breaches on the DigiFinex platform. With bank-like security and multiple registration processes, DigiFinex is one of the safest exchanges.

Users need to complete the KYC process and provide recognized government IDs to prevent money laundering activities. The core team at DigiFinex ensures the security of users' assets. Two-factor authentication, secure physical vault storage, cold wallet storage, and compliance with KYC and AML/CTF regulations are some of the security measures adopted by the platform.

### DigiFinex Restricted Countries

According to DigiFinex's terms of use, the restricted areas include the United States, Singapore, Canada, China, and others. 

DigiFinex

### What Is Bitvavo?

Bitvavo is the largest EUR-spot crypto exchange globally, founded in Amsterdam and trusted by millions across Europe.

Since its launch in 2018, the platform has grown to support over 400 trading pairs, offering low, transparent fees, rapid onboarding, and deep EUR liquidity. In November 2024 alone, Bitvavo facilitated close to €100 billion in trading volume.

Following its MiCAR authorisation in June 2025, Bitvavo operates under the new European regulatory framework, offering a secure and efficient trading environment with consistent liquidity and competitive execution across a broad range of digital assets.

Designed to meet the needs of both new and experienced users, the platform combines institutional-grade custody and security with a streamlined, intuitive interface for buying, selling, and earning crypto.

Key features:

* Bitvavo Account Guarantee: Up to €100K reimbursement in the event of a hack

* Staking and Lending: Earn passive income on crypto you own in just a few clicks

* Recurring Buy: Automate your portfolio strategy with ease

* EU-regulated custody, offline cold storage, and real-time threat monitoring

### Who Are the Bitvavo Founders?

Bitvavo was founded in 2018 by three university friends in Amsterdam with a clear vision: make crypto accessible to everyone in Europe. They set out to simplify trading by combining seamless fiat on/off ramps, intuitive UX, and ultra-low fees, without compromising on security or trust.

In July 2025, Bitvavo appointed Johan van Olffen as CEO to lead its next chapter of regulated growth, platform evolution, and European expansion. Today, the company employs over 450 people from 35+ nationalities and remains fully focused on building the most intuitive and secure exchange in Europe.

“Bitvavo’s momentum is driven by a passionate team, a powerful product, and a clear mission: to make the exciting world of crypto accessible to everyone,” says CEO, Johan van Olffen. “From our headquarters in Amsterdam, we’ve built Europe’s most intuitive crypto platform: trusted by millions and designed for every type of trader.”

### When Did Bitvavo Launch?

Bitvavo launched in 2018 and has since grown into the largest EUR-spot exchange in Europe, consistently leading in volume, product innovation, and user trust.

### Where Is Bitvavo Located?

Bitvavo is headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The company is deeply rooted in European regulation and culture, and is proud to be a MiCAR-authorized exchange with license to operate across the EU.

### Bitvavo Restricted Countries

Bitvavo in 2025 obtained a licence in the Netherlands under the new European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). This licence enables Bitvavo to offer its services across all EU member states, as well as Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, under a single harmonised regulatory framework. 

To check if your country is supported and view accepted payment methods by region, please visit: [bitvavo.com/en/countries](bitvavo.com/en/countries)

### What Coins Are Supported on Bitvavo?

Bitvavo supports over 400 trading pairs, including major coins, stablecoins, and carefully selected new listings. You’ll find BTC, ETH, SOL, ADA, XRP, DOGE, EUROP, USDC, and many more. To view the full list of supported assets, visit: [bitvavo.com/en/markets](bitvavo.com/en/markets)

### How Much Are Bitvavo Fees?

Bitvavo uses a transparent maker-taker fee model, with trading fees ranging from 0.01% to 0.25%, depending on your monthly volume. High-volume traders and market makers benefit from discounted tiers.

* Deposits: Free for fiat (SEPA) and crypto

* Withdrawals: Network fee only

* Payment methods: Local and global options by country; see: bitvavo.com/en/countries

* Full fee breakdown: [bitvavo.com/en/fees](bitvavo.com/en/fees)

### Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Bitvavo?

No, Bitvavo does not currently offer margin or leverage trading.


Bitvavo

## About XT.COM
XT.COM is a trading platform with a wide selection of cryptocurrencies, a significant range of transactions and trading categories like OTC/Spot/Margin/Futures/[Derivatives](), as well as efficient and professional crypto investment services. Covering a rich variety of trading categories together with a NFT aggregated marketplace, the platform strives to cater to its large user base by providing a secure, trusted and intuitive trading experience.

Both beginners and experienced investors have access to multiple services: currency transactions, OTC transactions, [Futures](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/futures) trading, purchasing assets with credit cards, and [Margin trading](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/margin-trading)/Leverage trading. Additionally, users can also access support for [Staking](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/staking), Saving and [Mining](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/mining). 

The futures trading service on XT.COM is user-friendly, comprehensive interface that makes trading accessible to both novice and professional traders. The platform offers advanced trading tools, including real-time market data, advanced charting, and a range of order types, such as limit and stop orders, enabling traders to implement their strategies effectively. Users can trade digital assets through contracts that stipulate a predetermined price and date in the future. This is particularly useful for traders who want to hedge against price fluctuations and take advantage of market opportunities. 

The exchange has an app for Windows/Android/iOS, a clean and user-friendly interface, a simple and intuitive registration process, a convenient C2C marketplace for buying/selling cryptos, and a high-performance matching engine for fast transactions without delays.

XT.COM provides its users with a secure trading experience through [DDoS](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/distributed-denial-of-service-ddos-attack) attack protection, an extra layer of safety based on a three-private-key security structure, and special treatment for user accounts and digital assets that are stored in cold wallets. Optimal data integrity and security is a top priority at XT.COM.

## What Coins Are Supported on XT.COM?

The exchange supports 800+ tokens and 1000+ trading pairs. The top crypto assets available on the platform include BTC, ETH, SOL, BNB, DOT, XRP, ATOM, ADA, AAVE, LTC and more.

## When was XT.COM Established?

XT.COM crypto exchange was established in 2018 in Seychelles and has quickly emerged as a powerhouse among crypto exchanges with a global reputation for reliability, security, and innovation. Since then, XT.COM now serves more than 7.8 million registered users, over 10,00,000+ monthly active users and 40+ million users in the ecosystem. 

## Where Is XT.COM Located?

XT.COM has operation centers in Seychelles, Europe and other countries and regions, and its business covers the world.

## What are the associated Trading Fees on XT.COM?

Generally, XT.COM doesn’t charge traders any deposit fees but it would vary depending on the payment method used for deposits. Trading fees for spot orders start at 0.05% for makers and 0.2% for takers. Crypto withdrawal fees are not fixed and would depend on the concerning token.

## How much Leverage is available in Margin Trading on XT.COM?

The platform supports [Margin trading](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/margin-trading) where investors can use 3x to 20x Leverage in their trades. There are two types of margin trading on the exchange: standard and pro options. 

XT.COM

## What Is MEXC?

MEXC is a global cryptocurrency exchange that positions itself as Your Easiest Way to Crypto. Established in 2018, MEXC is known for its user-friendly interface, deep liquidity, and wide variety of crypto assets. With over 40 million users in 170+ countries and regions, MEXC offers a secure and streamlined platform where users can trade 3,000+ cryptocurrencies, access trending tokens early, enjoy daily airdrops, and benefit from extremely low fees.
MEXC provides advanced trading infrastructure, industry-leading order execution, and strong product diversity including spot, futures, margin trading, ETF products, staking, and launchpads.

MEXC enforces rigorous safeguards, including bi-monthly Proof of Reserves updates demonstrating reserve ratios exceeding 100% across all major cryptocurrencies. The exchange has provided over $526 million through its Insurance Fund Account to cover deficits that occur when users' losses during liquidation exceed their available margin.

MEXC drives industry growth via a $300 million Ecosystem Development Fund and the IgniteX initiative—a $30 million CSR program dedicated to nurturing Web3 talent. Community-focused efforts such as Bitcoin Pizza Day celebrations and educational initiatives reinforce its commitment to global blockchain adoption.

##  Who Are the Founders of MEXC?

MEXC was founded by a team of early blockchain believers with backgrounds in finance, tech, and cybersecurity. The founding team envisioned a trading platform that could combine security, speed, and simplicity. While MEXC has maintained a low public profile in terms of founder identity, the exchange is currently led by a global team of over 2,000 employees across 40+ countries, including experts in engineering, compliance, marketing, and operations.

## When Did MEXC Launch?

MEXC was launched in 2018. Since its inception, it has rapidly scaled its infrastructure, user base, and compliance framework, becoming one of the most recognized and trusted crypto exchanges worldwide.


## Where Is MEXC Located?

MEXC operates globally with regional offices and compliance entities in Seychelles, among other locations. The company is registered and regulated in several jurisdictions and works with local partners to ensure its products align with regulatory frameworks.

## MEXC Restricted Countries

MEXC aims to serve users globally but restricts or limits access in jurisdictions where cryptocurrency trading is prohibited by law or regulation. These restricted jurisdictions include sanctioned countries such as Iran, Cuba, Syria, and North Korea, as well as other regions where crypto trading is not permitted, including Mainland China, Singapore, and the United States.

## What Coins Are Supported on MEXC?

MEXC supports 3,000+ cryptocurrencies, making it one of the most diverse platforms in the industry. These include top assets like BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, BNB, TON, ENA, APT, and TRUMP as well as early listings of trending memecoins, DeFi tokens, Layer 2 assets, AI, and GameFi projects. MEXC is widely recognized for being among the first exchanges to list emerging tokens, giving users a competitive edge.

## How Much Are MEXC Fees?

MEXC offers extremely low fees compared to industry averages. The standard trading fees are:
Spot trading: 0% maker fee and 0.05% taker fee (often reduced during campaigns or with fee credits)
Futures trading: 0.00% maker fee and 0.01% taker fee (may vary by region)
In addition, MEXC offers:
Zero-fee promotions on selected pairs
Discounted rates for high-volume, MX token holders, or VIP users
Note: Fees are subject to change and may vary based on promotional campaigns, trading volume, or user level. Withdrawal fees and trading fees also vary depending on the asset and network conditions.

## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on MEXC?

Yes. MEXC offers robust leverage and margin trading services:
Futures trading: up to 500x leverage on selected perpetual contracts
Margin trading: up to 10x leverage on supported spot pairs
ETF products: Leveraged tokens (e.g., 3x Long/Short) for users who want exposure without direct borrowing



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## What Is Toobit?

Toobit is a cryptocurrency centralized exchange (CEX) based in Cayman Islands and licensed under FinCEN. Founded in Oct 2022, it supports spot trading, derivatives, and zero-slippage copy trading. The exchange offers both spot and derivatives trading; this includes margin trading, futures, perpetual swaps, and options.

Toobit's team is distributed across different regions of the world, including Europe, Russia, and East Asia. Committed to providing a secure, efficient, and diverse trading experience for investors, Toobit is friendly for beginners and advantageous for experienced traders. The exchange offers a range of products and services to meet the diverse needs of different types of traders.

Toobit prioritizes user asset safety through its proprietary Bee-Safe security system, a multi-layered infrastructure designed to defend against both external attacks and internal vulnerabilities. A cornerstone of this protection is the storage of over 95% of user assets in air-gapped cold wallets, which are kept entirely offline and require multi-signature approvals for any movement of funds.

Toobit also employs AI-driven real-time monitoring to detect phishing attempts, anomalies in smart contracts, and suspicious on-chain transactions. Beyond technical barriers like AES-256 encryption and mandatory Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), the exchange has achieved the ISO/IEC 27001 certification for information security, bringing it to an AAA ranking on cybersecurity ranking and certification platform CER.LIVE.

On top of Toobit’s already robust security features, ancilliary measures, such as its Proof of Reserves (PoR), provide an additional layer of trust for users concerned about the safety of their assets. The exchange's PoR is was last reported as being valued over $80m. The exchange also provides a Shield Fund of over $45m as an additional safeguard against potential risks that may affect trading, staking, or holding assets on the exchange.

The platform supports over 15 networks, including multiple popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, BNB chain, and Base. To ensure seamless integration with the platform, Toobit's API services enables users to automate trading with their own software.

The exchange's proprietary trading app is currently available on the App Store and Google Play. The app has more than 500,000 downloads and currently has a 4.9 star rating on Google Play.

## When Did Toobit Launch?

Toobit was launched in October 2022.

## Where Is Toobit Located?

Registered in the Cayman Islands, Toobit operates in a decentralized manner.

## Toobit Restricted Countries

Toobit provides services to customers in over 100 countries, except for countries with service restrictions such as Iraq, Congo, Mainland China, etc.

## What Coins Are Supported on Toobit?

Toobit has over 650 crypto tokens listed, including major coins like BTC, ETH, SOL, MATIC, APE, LTC, DOGE, AVAX, DOT, SHIB, and more.

## How Much Are Toobit Fees?

Toobit charges a tiered fee structure based on a [maker-taker](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/market-maker-market-taker) model. Tier levels include non-VIP, VIP 1, VIP 2, VIP 3, VIP 4, VIP 5, VIP 6. Fees are based on their 30-day trading volumes.

## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Toobit?

Toobit offers futures trading with [leverage](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/leverage) up to 175x. Available products include BTC/USDT, ETH/USDT, LPT/USDT, XRP/USDT, and more perpetual contracts.

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## What Is Coinbase Exchange?

Coinbase Exchange is a US-based crypto trading and investment platform where users can easily buy, sell, exchange and store cryptocurrencies. The platform is intuitive and beginner-friendly with support for basic transactions, digital wallet, and PayPal withdrawals. For more advanced traders, Coinbase Pro offers more professional trade execution and lower fees. However, in June 2022, the company announced that Coinbase Pro will be phased out and all users will have access to the “Advanced Trade” feature on the main app.


## Who Are the Coinbase Exchange Founders?

The project was established by former Airbnb engineer Brian Armstrong and former Goldman Sachs trader Fred Ehrsam in 2012.

Brian Armstrong is CEO of the company. He graduated from Rice University, Texas with a bachelor's degree in economics & computer science, and later received a master's degree in computer science as well. Armstrong began his career as a developer at IBM, worked as a consultant for Deloitte, and then joined Airbnb as a software engineer. 

Co-founder of Coinbase Global, Fred Ehrsam attended Duke University in North Carolina and graduated with a bachelor's degree in computer science with a minor in economics. He left Coinbase in 2017, retaining his seat on the board of directors. In 2018, he co-founded cryptocurrency investment firm Paradigm.


## When Did Coinbase Exchange Launch?

Coinbase Global, Inc. was established in June 2012 in San Francisco, California, U.S.


## Where Is Coinbase Exchange Located?

The company has gained the trust of US regulators, although it doesn’t have a physical head office and all employees work remotely.


## Coinbase Exchange Restricted Countries

Coinbase is available in over 100 countries, although some functions may be restricted in certain areas. The entire list can be viewed on the official website.


## What Coins Are Supported on Coinbase Exchange?

Over 150 crypto assets can be traded on the online platform, including popular options like BTC, ETH, AVAX, SOL, ADA, USDC, DOGE, MATIC and USDT.


## How Much Are Coinbase Exchange Fees?

Exchange fees are based on a maker-taker model and range from 0.00% to 0.40% for maker fees, and 0.05% to 0.60% for taker fees, depending on the total USD trailing 30-day trading volume. “Stable Pairs,” or trading pairs of stablecoins have fixed maker fee of 0.00% and taker fee of 0.001%.

Fiat deposit fees ranges from free (ACH), $10 USD (Wire), €0.15 EUR (SEPA) and free (SWIFT) and withdrawal fees vary from free (ACH), $25 USD (Wire), €0.15 EUR (SEPA) and £1 GBP (SWIFT).


## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Coinbase Exchange?

In February 2020, it was announced that Coinbase Pro customers can access up to 3X leverage on USD-quoted books. But in November 2020, margin trading was disabled due to changes in the regulatory environment.

Coinbase Exchange

### What Is Biconomy.com?

Biconomy.com is a cryptocurrency trading and investment platform where users can easily buy, sell, exchange, and store cryptocurrencies. The platform is intuitive and beginner-friendly, supporting basic crypto transactions, digital wallets, and payments such as SEPA,SWIFT, etc.

Established in October 2019, Biconomy.com currently serves over 1 million users and institutions globally, offering access to a wide range of assets and contracts across Spot and crypto derivatives like Futures and Options. The platform also includes features like Demo and Copy Trading, Launchpad projects, Earn and Kickstarter products, an NFT Marketplace, and more.

Biconomy.com provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can benefit from an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, a robust mobile app, and multilingual community support. To withdraw funds from accounts or deposit cryptocurrencies, users must complete a mandatory KYC, or “Know Your Customer,” process.

Biconomy.com also has a native token, BIT, and plans to develop its native blockchain, which will allow builders and projects to deploy DApps and enable developers to fully utilize the platform's infrastructure.

### Who Are the Biconomy.com Founders?

The company was founded by Dmitriy Sheludko, who is also the current CEO. To make Bitcoin trading as secure as possible for all cryptocurrency enthusiasts, he decided to build a trading platform. Dmitriy Sheludko holds bachelor's degrees in Economics and Psychology from Yale University and has extensive experience in trading and money management on the NYSE before joining the crypto world in 2014.

### When Did Biconomy.com Launch?

Biconomy.com was launched in October 2019.

### Where Is Biconomy.com Located?

Biconomy.com is one of the first cryptocurrency exchanges in the market, with a team distributed all over the world. The company is registered in the British Virgin Islands, but it does not have a physical head office, and all employees work remotely due to the nature of the crypto business.

### Biconomy.com Restricted Countries

Biconomy.com is available in over 100 countries, although some functions may be restricted in certain areas. The full list of restricted regions can be viewed on the official website.

### What Coins Are Supported on Biconomy.com?

Biconomy.com lists over 180 crypto tokens and offers more than 200 spot trading pairs, including major coins like BTC, ETH, BIT, SOL, APE, LTC, DOGE, SHIB, AVAX, MATIC, DOT, AAVE, XRP, and more.

### How Much Are Biconomy.com Fees?

Commissions on the platform are highly competitive and among the lowest in the market. Users can deposit funds without any fees, while withdrawal fees vary depending on the cryptocurrency.

Trading fees on the platform start at 0.10% and decrease as trading volume increases. For regular users, fees are based on their 30-day trading volumes, with rates following a maker-taker model.

### Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Biconomy.com?

Biconomy.com offers its clients the ability to trade with up to 100X leverage on crypto derivatives products. Available products include BTC/USD, ETH/USD, XRP/USD, EOS/USD, and other perpetual contracts. Users can also utilize isolated margin and cross margin. Customers have access to inverse perpetuals, crypto futures, crypto options, and leveraged tokens.

Biconomy.com

## What Is Phemex?

Phemex is a user-first cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million traders worldwide. Founded in 2019 by former Morgan Stanley executives, the platform combines institutional-grade infrastructure with accessible tools for traders at all levels. Phemex offers spot and derivatives trading, copy trading, wealth management, and fiat services — all backed by 99.999% uptime and ultra-low latency execution (5-10ms).

The exchange maintains 100% Proof-of-Reserves with Merkle Tree Verification, ensuring complete transparency. With 600+ spot trading pairs, up to 100x leverage on derivatives, and a thriving copy trading community of 17,000+ experienced traders, Phemex delivers professional-grade tools with a customer-centric approach.


## Who Are the Phemex Founders?

Phemex was founded by former senior executives from Morgan Stanley who brought their Wall Street expertise to the crypto industry. The founding team saw the need for a platform that challenged the inefficiencies and exclusivity of traditional finance while putting users first. Their vision was to create an exchange that combined institutional-grade infrastructure with inclusive access, ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, can access the same financial tools and opportunities.


## When Did Phemex Launch?

Phemex was founded in November 2019 and has grown to serve over 10 million users globally with strong presence across Eastern Europe, Latin America, MENA, and Southeast Asia.

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Where Is Phemex Located?
Phemex is registered in the British Virgin Islands under Phemex Ltd, and operates with a remote-first, decentralized structure serving users globally. The company maintains an international presence with localized teams in key markets across multiple continents.


## Phemex Restricted Countries

Phemex serves users worldwide, though services are restricted in certain jurisdictions due to regulatory compliance. For the current list of restricted territories, please refer to Phemex's Terms of Use. For fiat deposit and withdrawal restrictions, see the List of Supported and Restricted Countries for Fiat.


## What Coins Are Supported on Phemex?

Phemex offers 600+ spot trading pairs and 500+ futures trading pairs. Popular cryptocurrencies include: BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, SOL, XRP, ADA, DOGE, AVAX, MATIC, DOT, LINK, LTC, SHIB, UNI, ATOM, APE, AAVE, MANA, FTM, SAND, COMP, ZEC, and more.


## How Much Are Phemex Fees?

Phemex maintains competitive and transparent fee structures designed to accommodate traders at all levels. The platform offers volume-based discounts for high-frequency traders and charges zero fees on cryptocurrency deposits to trading accounts. Withdrawal fees vary by asset and network conditions. For complete and current fee details, visit Phemex's Fee Structure.


## Is It Possible To Use Leverage or Margin Trading on Phemex?

Yes, Phemex offers comprehensive leveraged trading. Futures: Up to 100x leverage on USDT-margined and coin-margined perpetuals with unified margin system. Margin Trading: Cross-margin and isolated margin modes with advanced order types including OCO orders and trailing stops. Automation: Grid bots, Martingale strategies, copy trading with 17,000+ traders, and basket orders.

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