KuCoin is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2017 by Michael Gan and a team of blockchain enthusiasts in Seychelles, starting as a "people's exchange" to make crypto accessible amid the booming market. It survived early hacks like the 2020 breach where they recovered all funds and has grown into a powerhouse with over 30 million users. Today, it offers trading in more than 800 cryptocurrencies, plus futures, margin trading, staking with up to 20% yields, an NFT marketplace, and tools like bots and wallets, all with low fees and 24/7 support for spot and derivatives markets.
KuCoin keeps its head down on the culture wars, with no DEI hiring mandates, no BLM shoutouts, and zero Pride month rainbow makeovers turning their site into a virtue festival. They do have an ESG arm focused on practical stuff like green crypto mining and community aid (think menstrual products in the Bahamas), but it's more about real-world help than corporate guilt trips.
