Exchanges

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is set to approve additional cryptocurrency exchanges by the end of 2024, according to its CEO, Julia Leung. Per a report by Callan Quinn for CoinDesk, Leung shared the update on October 6, stating that 11 platforms currently undergoing on-site reviews are expected to make further progress […]

In a significant cybersecurity incident on July 18, 2024, WazirX, a prominent Indian cryptocurrency exchange, fell victim to a wallet exploit resulting in the unauthorized transfer of more than $230 million worth of crypto assets. The attack, which targeted the exchange’s multisig wallet on the Ethereum network, has sent shockwaves through the crypto community and […]

The June 2024 edition of CCData’s Exchange Review report reveals several significant trends in the digital asset market. CCData, an FCA-authorized benchmark administrator, is a global leader in digital asset data, offering high-quality real-time and historical data for institutional and retail investors. Known for its expertise and objective insights into the digital asset industry, CCData […]

Tech giant Sony is moving into the cryptocurrency world by reviving a digital asset exchange it acquired last year, Whalefin, from cryptocurrency lender Amber Group last year. The exchange was purchased by Sony’s subsidiary Quetta Web in August 2023, with financial details about the deal not being disclosed. Amber Japan, the former parent company of […]

Popular cryptocurrency exchange OKX has seen over $630 million in outflows over the last seven days as mounting security concerns have seen users head for the exits, with data suggesting they’re moving to leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance instead. According to data from DeFiLlama, OKX has seen $633.8 million of outflows over the last 7-day period, […]

CCData, authorized by the FCA as a benchmark administrator, stands as a global leader in digital asset data. It serves both institutional and retail investors by providing high-quality, real-time, and historical data. With a proven track record in data expertise, CCData offers thought-leadership reports and analytics that deliver objective insights into the digital asset industry. […]

Earlier today, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) took decisive action against Quantum AI, an unlicensed cryptocurrency exchange that falsely claimed affiliation with Tesla CEO and Dogecoin ($DOGE) advocate Elon Musk. The fraudulent entity, based in Hong Kong, purported to offer AI-powered crypto trading services developed by Musk himself. According to a report […]

Recently, CCData released the latest edition (March 2024) of its Exchange Review research report. CCData is a trusted source for comprehensive data and analytics tailored to the ever-evolving cryptocurrency market. They go beyond simple data collection, meticulously organizing and analyzing vast datasets to unlock valuable insights for institutions and individuals navigating this space. CCData offers […]

On 28 March 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Samuel Bankman-Fried (aka “SBF”), a co-founder of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX and the trading firm Alameda Research, had been sentenced to 25 years in prison. The sentence, delivered by U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, also includes three years of supervised release and […]

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, in conjunction with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has announced the unsealing of an indictment against global cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin and two of its founders, Chun Gan (also known as “Michael”) and Ke Tang (also known as “Eric”), for serious violations of U.S. financial regulations. […]

CCData, a global leader in digital asset data recognized for providing institutional and retail investors with high-quality real-time and historical data, has recently published its February 2024 Exchange Review. According to CCData, the report aims to capture the key developments within the cryptocurrency exchange market, focusing on exchange volumes, market segmentation, and analysis of Bitcoin […]

CCData, a global leader in digital asset data, has once again provided invaluable insights into the cryptocurrency exchange market with the January 2024 edition of its highly popular Exchange Review report. This monthly analysis offers a deep dive into exchange volumes, crypto derivatives trading, market segmentation, and the dynamics between crypto-to-crypto versus fiat-to-crypto volumes, among […]

Gemini, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, recently released its 2024 Crypto Trend Report, offering a detailed analysis of the key trends and predictions for the year. Potential Approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. Gemini’s report suggests a significant potential impact on Bitcoin’s price following the approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF in the U.S. […]

Introduction The crypto community is excitedly waiting for the potential approval of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States. While this development is eagerly awaited, some analysts are raising concerns about its possible repercussions for centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Analysts’ Predictions and Concerns Several industry observers are optimistic that a spot BTC ETF […]

CCData, a benchmark administrator sanctioned by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), stands at the forefront of digital asset information, delivering top-tier data and indices for settlement purposes. The firm excels in compiling and interpreting tick data from internationally recognized trading platforms, offering a detailed and extensive view of the digital asset market. This view encompasses […]