KuCoin
Latest round
- Series B
Last raised
- May 2022
Total raised
- $170M
Investors
- 5
About KuCoin
Founded in 2018 in Mahé, Seychelles, KuCoin operates as a cryptocurrency exchange that offers a wide variety of trading services. Noteworthy is their recent pivot to enhance user security and risk management systems. The company was co-founded by Kent Li along with Garin Yaputra, Johnny KuCoin, Johnny LYU, and KuCoin Gan.KuCoin operates as a comprehensive cryptocurrency exchange platform, providing a suite of services designed to facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of various digital assets. Key product offerings include spot trading, futures trading, margin trading, and a range of financial products such as crypto lending and staking through KuCoin Earn. KuCoin's services are accessible to users globally, with a strong presence in markets such as Asia, Europe, and North America, addressing the needs of users seeking to engage in cryptocurrency trading, investment, and asset management.KuCoin generates revenue primarily through transaction fees collected from its users during various trading activities on the platform. The fee structure is typically tiered, with varying rates applicable depending on the type of service utilized, such as spot trading or futures trading. For instance, users engaging in spot trading may incur a small percentage fee per transaction, while those utilizing margin trading services might face different pricing based on their trading volume. The company also earns revenue from additional services, such as crypto lending and the use of proprietary trading bots, which provide users with automated trading options. Plans for future growth include the introduction of new products aimed at improving user engagement and expanding their service offerings. Additionally, the company is targeting entry into new geographic regions and markets to broaden its user base by the end of 2023.
Who invested in KuCoin
5 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in KuCoin?
KuCoin has 5 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has KuCoin raised?
KuCoin has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did KuCoin last raise money?
KuCoin's most recent round on record is a Series B, in May 2022.
What does KuCoin do?
Founded in 2018 in Mahé, Seychelles, KuCoin operates as a cryptocurrency exchange that offers a wide variety of trading services.
Where is KuCoin headquartered?
KuCoin is headquartered in Mahé, Seychelles.
Which VCs invest in companies like KuCoin?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Al Mada Innovation, DisrupTech Ventures, AXIAN Investment and Chui Ventures back financial services companies at KuCoin's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
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