Exchanges

Kraken Files S-1 With SEC — What Crypto Investors Should Know About the IPO

Kraken has filed an S-1 registration statement with the SEC, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated crypto exchange IPOs since Coinbase's 2021 direct listing. We break down the financials, risks, and timeline.

Hyperliquid 24h Volume Tops Binance Perps in Historic Milestone for DEXs

Decentralised exchange Hyperliquid recorded a 24-hour perpetuals volume exceeding that of Binance for the first time, marking a structural shift in how traders access crypto derivatives markets.

Coinbase International Expands Derivatives Access to 80 Countries

Coinbase International Exchange has extended regulated derivatives trading to 80 countries, making it the broadest-reach compliant crypto derivatives venue in the world and intensifying competition with Binance and Bybit.

Binance Q1 2026 User Growth Slows as Fee Competition Intensifies Globally

Binance reported slower user growth in Q1 2026 as rivals cut fees and expanded regulated offerings. The world's largest exchange faces its most competitive environment since its founding, squeezing margins across spot and derivatives.

Bybit Fully Restored After 2025 Hack — $1.4B in User Funds Reimbursed

Bybit has completed reimbursement of all user funds lost in the February 2025 hack — the largest exchange breach in crypto history at $1.4 billion. The exchange's recovery process offers a case study in post-hack crisis management.

Best Crypto Exchanges for Low-Fee Trading 2026

A detailed breakdown of crypto exchange fees in 2026 — maker/taker rates, withdrawal costs, spread, and hidden charges — with actionable strategies to minimise trading costs on Binance, Kraken, Coinbase, and DEXes.

Crypto Exchange Security Checklist: Protect Your Account in 2026

A complete security checklist for crypto exchange accounts — strong passwords, hardware 2FA, SIM-swap prevention, API key hygiene, phishing recognition, and withdrawal whitelisting.

KYC-Free Crypto Exchanges 2026: Risks and Options

An honest guide to trading crypto without identity verification in 2026 — DEXes, P2P platforms, no-KYC CEX tiers, and privacy tools, with a clear-eyed assessment of legal risks and practical limits.

Best Perpetual Futures Exchanges 2026

A detailed comparison of the top crypto perpetual futures exchanges in 2026 — Binance, Bybit, Hyperliquid, OKX, and dYdX — covering fees, open interest, liquidation models, and risk management.

CEX vs DEX: Full Comparison for 2026

A comprehensive comparison of centralised exchanges (CEX) and decentralised exchanges (DEX) — covering custody, fees, KYC, liquidity, and when to use each for crypto trading in 2026.

How to Buy Bitcoin in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

A complete step-by-step guide to buying Bitcoin in 2026 — from choosing a regulated exchange and passing KYC to placing your first order, withdrawing to a self-custody wallet, and understanding fees and taxes. Beginner-friendly, with no jargon.

Best Crypto Exchanges 2026: CEX, DEX & Where to Trade

Compare the best crypto exchanges in 2026: top 5 CEX (Binance, Coinbase, Bybit, Kraken, OKX) and top 3 DEX (Uniswap, Hyperliquid, Jupiter). Fees, KYC, security, geo restrictions, and how to choose.