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KuCoin has reported growth to over 41 million registered users in the first half of 2025, alongside new security certifications and regulatory approvals as part of its expansion strategy.
The cryptocurrency exchange achieved SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications during the period, whilst securing an AAA rating from CER.live that ranks it among the top four most secure exchanges globally. The platform integrated with BitGo's Go Network for institutional-grade custody, including up to $250 million in insurance coverage.
These security enhancements form part of KuCoin's $2 Billion Trust Project, described as a long-term commitment to the platform's community. The initiative represents the exchange's focus on security and compliance as strategic priorities.
KuCoin submitted a MiCA licence application in the European Union during the first half of 2025 and supported the launch of KuCoin Thailand, the first fully regulated local digital asset exchange under the KuCoin brand. The Thai operation received licensing from the Thai SEC, marking what the company describes as a significant milestone in its mission to build infrastructure for crypto users worldwide.
The regulatory developments reflect KuCoin's strategy to align with global standards whilst expanding into key markets including MENA and LATAM, where spot trading volume recorded double-digit growth.
The platform's payment services expanded during the period, with KuCoin Pay enabling crypto payments for retail purchases via AEON's VietQR and QR Ph codes in Southeast Asia. KuCard experienced over 30% growth in transaction volume and introduced 8.5% KCS cashback for high-tier users.
KuCoin's Trading Bot platform saw 8.9 million bots created, with trading volume increasing by 40% following AI enhancements. The exchange added over 170 new tokens and 106 futures assets to cater to diverse trading preferences.
The company's social impact initiatives distributed 9,700 solar lamps and 5,000 menstrual kits, impacting over 50,000 lives and earning the UNWWO CSR Award. Industry recognition included "Best Crypto Exchange 2025" awards from Forbes Advisor and CoinBureau, alongside top rankings from CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap.
KuCoin is planning new market entries in several regions for the remainder of 2025 as it continues its global expansion strategy.
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a technology platform supporting digital economies through blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and user experience offerings. The platform provides digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots.
The exchange has previously received recognition including "Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges" by Forbes and was listed among the "Top 50 Global Unicorns" by Hurun in 2024.
