Crypto.com was founded in Hong Kong in June 2016 and expanded its services with the launch of Crypto.com Exchange three years later. Currently headquartered in Singapore, the platform boasts over 50 million customers across 90 countries, including Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, Latin America, and select Asian countries.
Product Range:
The company provides a diverse range of products, such as a mobile app, Crypto.com Visa card, mobile wallet, Crypto.com Earn, Crypto.com Pay, Crypto.com NFT, Crypto.com Credit, and a centralized exchange (CEX) offering spot trading, margin trading, and derivatives trading. Additionally, Crypto.com offers DeFi products, including a DeFi wallet and an ecosystem on the Crypto.org chain, powered by its native token, Cronos (CRO).
Founders and Operation
Original Name and Transformation:
Originally known as "Monaco," the platform underwent a transformation in 2018 to become Crypto.com. The founders of Crypto.com Exchange are Kris Marszalek, Gary Or, Rafael Melo, and Bobby Bao.
Operational Details:
The platform is operated by Foris DAX Asia, a company owned by Foris DAX Markets, Inc. Kris Marszalek, one of the founders, has a history of entrepreneurship, having previously launched platforms such as Yiyi and Beecrazy.
Location and User Accessibility
Headquarters:
Crypto.com Exchange is based in Singapore.
Restricted Countries:
While the Crypto.com App is available in 49 U.S. states (excluding New York), global accessibility is restricted, with a detailed list of restricted countries available on the official website.
Supported Assets and Trading Pairs
Asset Variety:
The exchange supports over 250 digital assets for spot trading, futures, and advanced order types, with 100 trading pairs and 20 fiat currencies. Key cryptocurrencies available include BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, BUSD, ADA, XRP, SOL, DOGE, MATIC, DAI, and SHIB.
Fee Structure
Tiered Fee System:
Spot and margin trading fees follow a tiered structure based on the user's 30-day spot trading volume. Fees range from 0.075% for level 1 to 0.00% maker fees for level 5. Derivatives fees are also tiered based on 30-day trading volume, with maker fees starting at 0.017% for level 1.
Staking Benefits and VIP Tiers:
Fees can be further reduced by staking CRO, and VIP tiered trading fees are offered for users trading varying percentages of the exchange's spot or derivative volume.
Leverage and Margin Trading
Available Options:
Crypto.com Exchange allows investors to access up to 10X leverage through margin trading. Margin traders can choose between 3X, 5X, and 10X leverage, with users staking CRO receiving preferential interest rates as low as 0.008% per day. Additionally, the platform supports crypto derivatives trading, including perpetuals and futures contracts, with leverage options of up to 100X.