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CEX Exchange
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CEX.IO is a centralized cryptocurrency exchange that brings everything into one place. Users can buy, sell, trade, store, and earn digital assets on a platform that focuses on security and compliance. It was founded in 2013 by Oleksandr Lutskevych and started out as a Bitcoin cloud mining service. CEX.IO supports spot trading, margin trading, fiat on-ramps, staking, and crypto payments. It works well for both beginners trying crypto for the first time and experienced traders who need more advanced tools.

 

Key Features of CEX.IO

 

    • Allows users to buy cryptocurrencies instantly via debit/credit cards, bank transfers, and payment apps like Apple Pay and PayPal.
    • Has deep order books to minimize slippage and provide smooth and fast transactions.
    • Registered in various jurisdictions, including the U.S. and Europe.
    • Users can earn passive income through staking and crypto savings.
    • Includes 2FA, cold storage, and follows KYC/AML compliance standards.
    • Allows users to swap cryptocurrencies instantly between crypto-to-crypto, crypto-to-fiat, and fiat-to-fiat pairs.

 

CEX.IO Milestones

 

Year Achievements
2013 CEX.IO was launched along with GHash.IO, which quickly grew into the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pool.
2014-2016
Became the first exchange where users could buy Bitcoin directly using credit and debit cards, making fiat-to-crypto access much easier.
GHash.IO was shut down after it came close to 51% of the network’s mining power. CEX.IO then fully shifted its focus to exchange services and rolled out its first mobile app.
2019 Opened a dedicated U.S. office and secured 30+ Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs), strengthening its position as a regulated global platform.
2020 Introduced “Instant Sell” and staking, giving users a way to earn rewards while still keeping their assets liquid.
2021 Launched CEX.IO Prime for institutional liquidity and added Apple Pay and Google Pay support for retail users.
2023 Marked a decade in crypto. Launched Exchange Plus, later renamed to CEX.IO Spot Trading, with advanced charting tools and deeper liquidity.
2024 Partnered with the Wigwam Web3 wallet and introduced PowerTap, a Telegram-based tap-to-earn game that attracted millions of new users.
2025 Expanded services in the U.S. with direct bank transfers for crypto deposits and continued MiCA-compliant growth across the EU.

 

CEX.IO 2026 Updates

 

    • Regulatory Compliance
      CEX.IO Markets UK Limited is registered with the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which gives UK users a safer and regulated space to trade.
    • Enhanced Cash-In/Out
      CEX.IO has teamed up with MoneyGram and the Stellar network, making deposits and withdrawals feel much smoother and easier for users across different regions.
    • Asset Coverage
      Supports 200+ cryptocurrencies, with a strong focus on major assets, along with both spot and margin trading.
    • Banking Partnerships
      Works with Mastercard to offer branded crypto debit cards, making it easier to spend crypto in everyday situations.
    • Upcoming Features
      Trailing Stop and One-Cancels-Other (OCO) orders are expected soon, which should improve the overall Spot Trading API experience.

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Company Details

Launch Date

Jan-2013

Company Size

Medium (51-250)

Total Employees

  • Margarita Reznikova
  • Helga Danova
  • Richard Evans
  • + 4

Margarita Reznikova, Helga Danova, Richard Evans and 4 Others

Contact Details

web@cex.io

web@cex.io

London, England, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

Social Media

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  • telegram

Primary Category

  • Centralised Exchange

Others

  • Wallet

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