Bitcoin's trading volume on centralized exchanges has skyrocketed to heights not seen since May 2021. From September 2023 to late March 2024, the volume leaped eightfold, paralleling a dramatic price rally from $34,667 to a staggering $73,000. Yet, despite a price correction, the trading fervor refused to wane. How has this powerhouse managed to capture and sustain such a significant share of the market, and what does this mean for the broader crypto ecosystem?
Bitcoin CEX trading volume hits record high in March Bitcoin CEX trading volume hits record high in March
Bitcoin's March volatility was mirrored by a surge in trading activity, with Binance accounting of over half of the CEX trading volume.
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Updated: Mar. 25, 2024 at 3:15 pm UTC
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Bitcoin, a decentralized currency that defies the sway of central banks or administrators, transacts electronically, circumventing intermediaries via a peer-to-peer network.
Binance
Binance is a global cryptocurrency exchange that provides a platform for trading more than 100 cryptocurrencies.
Coinbase
Coinbase is a digital currency exchange and wallet service that allows individuals to buy, sell, and store digital currencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin.
OKX
OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange, providing advanced financial services to global traders by using blockchain technology.