KuCoin
#5 in Crypto Exchange · Rated 4.0
Global exchange with broad asset coverage and KCS discounts
KuCoin is a large, global crypto exchange founded in 2017 with a Seychelles-based headquarters. It has grown into a widely used platform offering spot, margin, futures and staking, with tens of millions of users globally. The exchange has faced significant regulatory actions in the U.S. around anti-money-laundering controls and has exited certain U.S. markets, but remains active outside the U.S. KuCoin’s 2025 profile features continued emphasis on security and product breadth, withToken-based discounts via KuCoin Shares (KCS) and ongoing fee adjustments for select assets (as reported in 2025 regulatory actions and company announcements).
Features
- Spot, Margin and Futures
- Copy-trading and staking
- API access for developers
- Wide token lists
Pros
- Large asset catalogue and competitive fees
- Active promotions and loyalty discounts (KCS)
- Global availability outside restricted jurisdictions
Cons
- Regulatory challenges in the U.S.
- Past enforcement actions may concern risk-aware traders