Top Exchanges 2025 Report Card: Over 300 million users, $34 trillion in trading volume

2025-12-31 11:42:13

【Blockchain Rhythm】On December 31, a leading exchange released its 2025 annual summary data, with impressive results.

The most direct growth is reflected in user scale—over 300 million users worldwide. What does this mean? In other words, on average, 1 in every 27 people globally is using crypto assets. This level of penetration highlights an important trend: the crypto industry is gradually evolving from a niche community into a part of daily life, no longer exclusive to geeks and investors.

The trading data further illustrates the strength of this change. In 2025, the platform’s total product trading volume reached $34 trillion. Breaking it down, retail-led trading volume increased by 125% year-over-year, indicating a significant rise in retail participation; institutional trading, while growing at a more moderate rate (21% YoY), still contributes substantially due to its large base. Interestingly, nearly half of all BTC and ETH transactions globally are completed on this platform, underscoring its central role in the market.

The Web3 sector’s performance is also noteworthy. Over 60% of mainstream on-chain transactions are executed via the platform’s wallets. A product called Alpha has handled over $1 trillion in transaction volume and attracted 17 million users exploring on-chain projects. These users also received approximately $78 million in airdrop rewards, demonstrating a clear ecosystem feedback effect.

Significant efforts have been made in security and compliance. The reserve proof-verified user assets have reached $162.8 billion. Risk control and AI models intercepted $6.69 billion in risk funds over the year, with phishing attack success rates reduced to 0.4%. The platform holds 29 international compliance certifications, and its compliance team comprises 1,280 personnel—showing the platform’s strong emphasis on risk management.

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CryptoMom

· 01-03 10:30

300 million users? Wow, is this data real? Why do I still see so many people around me asking what cryptocurrencies are? Retail trading volume increased by 125%. Things are getting lively now, the leeks are rushing in! 34 trillion? Sounds huge, but why do I still feel like my account is the same haha? Every 27 people is a crypto enthusiast. That penetration rate is pretty scary when you think about it. My mom keeps urging me to stop playing. Looks like her anxiety isn't unfounded. Is it true? Nearly half of all BTC transactions are here? Then this platform really has something. Retail investors are surging. By the way, what are the institutions doing? Are they quietly building positions?

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SchrodingerProfit

· 01-02 23:11

3.4 trillion? That's a bit exaggerated. Are retail investors really making money? --- One in 27 people is involved in crypto trading, this penetration rate... isn't that impressive? --- 125% growth? Then why am I still losing money? That's hilarious. --- Over 300 million users have registered, but most people are probably just cutting losses. --- Half of all BTC transactions worldwide happen here, but it feels somewhat superficial. --- It's heating up, everyone. Ordinary people are starting to get involved. --- The data looks good, but how many can actually make money? --- What does trading volume really represent? The key is whether prices go up or not. --- From the geek community to everyday applications, it sounds great, but what about reality? --- Retail investor growth of 125%, and new investors are entering the market.

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AlwaysAnon

· 2025-12-31 12:04

300 million users? Retail investors increased by 125%? Wow, is this data real?

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GateUser-0717ab66

· 2025-12-31 11:55

300 million users? Retail investors increased by 125%? If this data is true, it's really time to buy the dip.

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quietly_staking

· 2025-12-31 11:53

300 million users? Wow, that number sounds a bit exaggerated. How many are truly active? Retail investors surged by 125%. Is this sending us the secret to wealth... One in every 27 people is playing with crypto. It sounds impressive, but looking around, how many really understand? 34 trillion in trading volume sounds impressive, but the big players still can't escape the routines of those few exchanges. I just want to know how many of these 300 million are zombie accounts, and what proportion are actively trading. With such rapid growth in retail investors, could this be another prelude to a wave of profit-taking? Half of the trading volume for BTC and ETH is here, which indicates how centralized it is...

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GweiTooHigh

· 2025-12-31 11:42

300 million users? No way, is this data real... I believe retail investors increased by 125%, but institutions only by 21%, that's a bit disappointing.

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