In the first half of 2025, KuCoin solidified its position as a leading cryptocurrency exchange, achieving a CER.live AAA security rating, ranking among the top four safest platforms globally. The exchange secured SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, enhancing user asset protection through its integration with BitGo’s Go Network, offering up to $250 million in insurance coverage. This aligns with KuCoin’s $2 billion Trust Project, emphasizing long-term transparency and security. Additionally, KuCoin pursued a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in the EU and launched KuCoin Thailand, its first fully regulated exchange under the Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking significant strides in global compliance
KuCoin’s user base grew to over 41 million, with spot trading volume surging by double digits in MENA and LATAM. The platform introduced 170 new tokens and 106 futures tokens, catering to diverse trading strategies. KuCoin Pay expanded crypto accessibility for retail payments via VietQR and AEON QR Ph codes in Southeast Asia, while KuCard transactions rose over 30%, prompting an 8.5% KCS cashback feature for premium users. The AI-powered trading bot platform saw 8.9 million bots created, driving a 40% trading volume increase, reinforcing KuCoin’s innovation leadership.
KuCoin’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives impacted over 50,000 people, distributing 9,700 solar lamps and 5,000 menstrual hygiene kits, earning recognition from the United Nations World Women Organization (UNWWO). The exchange was named “Best Crypto Exchange of 2025” by Forbes Advisor and CoinBureau, and ranked among the top 50 Global Unicorns by Hurun in 2024. Despite a $300 million settlement for unlicensed money transmission in the U.S., KuCoin’s focus on compliance and security positions it for continued growth.
KuCoin’s MiCA license pursuit and Thailand SEC approval enhance its credibility in regulated markets. However, regulatory challenges, such as the U.S. settlement and global anti-money laundering scrutiny, pose risks. Investors should monitor KuCoin’s expansion into new markets and its KCS token performance via FinanceFeeds or posts on X. KuCoin’s blend of security, innovation, and CSR sets a benchmark for the crypto industry, fostering a sustainable and inclusive digital asset ecosystem.
