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Cronos CRO
Rank #35$0.069451▲ +2.34%(24h)▼ +2.20%(7d)
24h Low $0.06703224h High $0.069685
Market Cap
$3.11B
24h Volume
$10.27M
Circulating
44.79B CRO
All-Time High
$0.891544
▼ +92.21% from ATH
Cronos Price Chart
Range: $0.067842 — $0.08124
February 25, 2026May 24, 2026
Key Metrics
Market Cap
$3.11B
Volume (24h)
$10.27M
Circulating Supply
44.79B CRO
Max Supply
100B CRO
Cronos Converter
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CRO
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1 CRO = $0.07
Cronos Historical Data
| All-Time High | $0.891544 (November 24, 2021) |
| All-Time Low | $0.01212 (February 8, 2019) |
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About Cronos (CRO)
What is Cronos (CRO)?
Cronos (CRO) is the native token of the Cronos blockchain and the broader Crypto.com ecosystem. The token started life as Crypto.com Coin in 2018 on Ethereum and has since migrated through several phases. Today CRO is the gas asset on Cronos (an EVM-compatible Layer 1 launched in November 2021), the staking asset on the Crypto.org Chain (a Cosmos-based chain that came earlier), and the utility token across Crypto.com’s exchange and consumer products.
Crypto.com (the exchange) was founded as Monaco in 2016 and rebranded in 2018. CRO holders use the token for trading-fee discounts, card cashback rewards, staking yields on the Crypto.com platform, and gas on the Cronos chain. The exchange is one of the largest by volume globally and runs sponsorship deals on the Crypto.com Arena, Formula 1, the FIFA World Cup, and the UFC.
CRO price today
CRO trades on most major centralized exchanges. Live data on this page is aggregated across venues and refreshes every 60 seconds. The reference quote is a volume-weighted average across the deepest order books.
What moves CRO on any given day:
- Crypto.com platform changes. Card-cashback program updates and trading-fee tier shifts often move CRO directly.
- Cronos chain TVL. DeFi growth on the EVM Cronos chain feeds into CRO demand for gas and validator staking.
- Cronos zkEVM launches. Ecosystem milestones on the zk-rollup added in 2024 influence longer-term sentiment.
- Regulatory news. Crypto.com licensing decisions across the EU, UK, and Singapore have moved CRO repeatedly.
The card above streams a live CRO price; the analysis below uses the levels at page load.
Three Crypto.com chains: Crypto.org, Cronos, and Cronos zkEVM
Crypto.com runs three distinct chains, each with a specific role. Understanding which is which matters because users move CRO across them and each has its own DeFi ecosystem.
- Crypto.org Chain (mainnet 2021): a Cosmos-SDK chain. Original native chain for CRO staking, governance, and IBC connectivity.
- Cronos (mainnet November 2021): EVM-compatible Layer 1 built on Ethermint. The main DeFi chain in the ecosystem, home to VVS Finance, Tectonic, and most CRO-denominated lending and trading.
- Cronos zkEVM (mainnet 2024): a zk-rollup designed to inherit Ethereum security while keeping fees low. Aimed at consumer apps and gaming.
CRO can move between Crypto.org Chain, Cronos, and Cronos zkEVM through bridges run by Crypto.com. The same token sits on each chain in a wrapped or native form, depending on direction.
CRO supply: the 70 billion burn
CRO originally had a 100 billion maximum supply. In February 2021, Crypto.com burned 70 billion CRO from the team and ecosystem reserve, cutting the maximum supply to 30 billion. The burn was framed as a permanent commitment to the token economics; subsequent emissions for staking rewards and ecosystem incentives still come from within the 30 billion cap.
Roughly 27 billion CRO are in circulation today, with the remainder held in ecosystem and treasury reserves on a published schedule. Staking on the Crypto.org Chain uses CRO directly; validator rewards are funded by inflation set within the 30 billion cap.
CRO utility on the Crypto.com platform
CRO’s strongest demand driver is the Crypto.com exchange and card. Holders who stake CRO receive higher card-cashback rates (the system was restructured downward in 2022 but still exists), reduced trading fees, and access to specific platform perks.
- Card cashback. Higher CRO stake tiers earn better cashback rates on the Crypto.com Visa.
- Trading-fee discounts. CRO held on the exchange reduces spot trading fees.
- Crypto Earn. Higher CRO stake tiers unlock better Earn rates on supported assets.
- Cronos chain gas. Every transaction on Cronos pays gas in CRO, which goes to validators.
- Cronos staking. CRO holders can delegate to Cronos validators for protocol-level yield in addition to platform rewards.
How to buy and stake CRO
Buying CRO is straightforward through Crypto.com directly or through major external exchanges. The bigger decision is where you intend to use it: platform-level staking on Crypto.com, on-chain staking on Crypto.org, or DeFi activity on Cronos.
- Pick a place to buy. Crypto.com is the deepest CRO venue. Most major exchanges (Binance, KuCoin, OKX, Bybit) also list CRO/USDT. Our exchange ratings compare the leading options.
- Verify your identity. KYC on Crypto.com and other regulated platforms usually takes under 10 minutes.
- Fund the account. Bank transfers are cheapest. Stablecoin deposits (USDC, USDT) settle in minutes for the lowest fee.
- Decide where to hold. Hold on Crypto.com to qualify for card-cashback and exchange perks. Withdraw to Cronos for DeFi. Withdraw to Crypto.org Chain for native staking.
- Stake or delegate. On Crypto.com, the CRO Earn product handles staking with custodial mechanics. On-chain, delegate to a validator on the Cronos or Crypto.org chain through a self-custody wallet (DeFi Wallet, MetaMask, Keplr).
For longer-term price scenarios, see our CRO price forecast.
Cronos vs other L1s
Cronos sits in a crowded category of EVM-compatible alternative L1s alongside Avalanche and BNB Chain. The differences come down to distribution, fees, and ecosystem maturity rather than raw architecture.
- Distribution: Cronos is tied to Crypto.com’s retail user base, which is one of the largest in crypto. BNB Chain is tied to Binance. Avalanche has independent ecosystem distribution.
- Throughput and fees: Cronos handles thousands of TPS at fees well under a cent. Comparable to BNB Chain on both metrics.
- DeFi ecosystem: Cronos TVL is smaller than BNB Chain or Avalanche but has been steady through 2024-2025.
- Native consumer integration: Cronos has the strongest native exchange and card integration of the three through the Crypto.com app.
- Decentralization: Cronos has fewer validators than Avalanche or BNB Chain. Validator rotation is governed by Crypto.com.
Risks of holding CRO
CRO is closer to an exchange-and-platform token than to a pure L1 asset. Several risks reflect that structure.
- Platform concentration. Most CRO demand comes from the Crypto.com platform. Cashback program changes, like the 2022 restructuring, directly affect token utility.
- Drawdown. CRO has dropped 80% or more from cycle highs more than once. Position sizing should assume cycle-style declines.
- Centralization. Validator sets on Cronos and Crypto.org are smaller than fully decentralized chains. Crypto.com retains significant influence over both.
- Regulatory risk. The Crypto.com exchange is licensed in some jurisdictions and operates under different rules in others. Policy changes in major markets affect CRO demand directly.
- Smart-contract risk. Cronos DeFi has had its share of exploits, including bridge incidents. On-chain holdings are exposed to that risk.
This page is information, not financial advice. Exchange tokens carry concentrated platform risk that is easy to underestimate.
Cronos price analysis
At the time of writing, Cronos (CRO) trades at $0.069451, with a 24-hour trading volume of $10.27M and a total market capitalization of $3.11B. The asset is currently ranked #35 among all tracked cryptocurrencies by market cap.
Over the last 24 hours, the CRO price has rose +2.34%. On the seven-day chart, Cronos has retraced +2.20%, showing mixed signals across the short and medium term. Short-term price swings are often amplified by liquidity conditions, news flow, and derivatives positioning, so traders should confirm signals across multiple indicators before acting.
Cronos's all-time high of $0.891544 was set on November 24, 2021. The current market price is +92.21% below that historical peak. Distance from the all-time high is a common reference point when evaluating long-term recoveries and identifying macro support or resistance levels.
How to buy Cronos
Buying Cronos (CRO) is straightforward once you know which exchange to use and which trading pair offers the best liquidity. The steps below describe the typical flow used by most investors today.
- Choose a reputable exchange. Pick a platform that lists CRO with deep liquidity, transparent fees, and strong security practices. Our top-rated exchanges guide compares the leading venues side-by-side.
- Create and verify your account.Complete the exchange's KYC process — most platforms require a government-issued ID and a short identity check. Verification is usually a one-time step that takes just a few minutes.
- Deposit funds. Fund your account with fiat currency via bank transfer, card, or a stablecoin like USDT or USDC. Stablecoin deposits typically offer the fastest settlement and lowest fees.
- Place a buy order. Navigate to the CRO/USD or CRO/USDT pair and either execute a market order for instant fills or set a limit order at your preferred entry price.
- Secure your CRO. For long-term holdings, consider moving your tokens to a non-custodial wallet — a hardware device for the highest security, or a reputable software wallet for frequent access.
You can also use the built-in Cronos converter above to estimate exactly how much CRO you would receive for a given amount in USD before placing an order.
Is Cronos a good investment?
Whether Cronos is a good investment depends on your goals, time horizon, and tolerance for volatility. Like all cryptocurrencies, CRO carries significant market risk — prices can rise or fall sharply in a single day, and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Potential strengths
- Ranked #35 by market cap with an established trading history and active exchange coverage.
- Transparent on-chain data: real-time supply, circulation metrics, and publicly auditable transactions.
- Ongoing ecosystem development and community engagement, as reflected in Smart Contract Platform, Exchange-based Tokens sector activity.
Key risks to consider
- Volatility: 24-hour moves of 5–15% are common in crypto markets.
- Regulatory uncertainty: changes in policy across major jurisdictions can materially affect price and access.
- Liquidity and custody risk: not all exchanges are equally safe, and self-custody requires careful key management.
This page provides data and analysis for educational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Always do your own research, diversify, and never invest more than you can afford to lose.
FAQ
What is CRO used for?
CRO has four main uses. On the Crypto.com platform, it powers trading-fee discounts, card cashback, and Earn yields. On the Cronos chain, CRO pays gas for DeFi and consumer-app transactions. On Crypto.org Chain, CRO is staked for protocol-level yield and governance. On Cronos zkEVM, CRO will serve a similar gas role as the rollup matures.
What is the difference between Crypto.com and Cronos?
Crypto.com is the centralized exchange and consumer-app company. Cronos is the EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain that Crypto.com sponsors. CRO is the token shared across both. The exchange holds custody of customer assets in regulated venues; the Cronos chain is a public, permissionless network where users hold their own keys.
How does CRO staking work?
CRO staking happens at two levels. On the Crypto.com platform, users stake CRO directly through the app to qualify for card-cashback tiers and Earn product yields, with custodial mechanics. On-chain, CRO holders delegate to a validator on the Cronos or Crypto.org chain through a self-custody wallet for protocol-level yield.
Why was 70 billion CRO burned?
In February 2021, Crypto.com burned 70 billion CRO from the team and ecosystem reserves, cutting the maximum supply from 100 billion to 30 billion. The burn was framed as a permanent commitment to better tokenomics. Approximately 27 billion CRO are in circulation today; the rest sits in published treasury and ecosystem allocations.
Is Cronos the same as Cronos zkEVM?
No. Cronos is the original EVM-compatible Layer 1 launched in November 2021, built on Ethermint. Cronos zkEVM is a separate zk-rollup chain that launched mainnet in 2024, designed to inherit Ethereum security while keeping fees low. Both chains use CRO as the gas token, but they are independent networks with separate ecosystems.
Is CRO a good investment?
CRO has tracked Crypto.com platform engagement and the broader exchange-token sector closely. It outperforms during retail-card adoption cycles and underperforms when the platform restructures benefits. Treat CRO as concentrated exposure to Crypto.com’s consumer business rather than as a diversified L1 position.
Where can I buy CRO?
Crypto.com itself is the deepest CRO venue, including direct fiat ramps. Most major exchanges (Binance, KuCoin, OKX, Bybit, MEXC) also list CRO/USDT pairs. On-chain, CRO trades on Cronos-native DEXes (VVS Finance, MM Finance) and on Ethereum DEXes for the wrapped version.
Is CRO legal?
CRO is legal in most countries where cryptocurrency is legal. The Crypto.com exchange is licensed in several jurisdictions, including Singapore, the UK, and parts of the EU. Local listing availability for CRO varies by region, but the token itself is not subject to specific bans in major markets.
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