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KuCoin Gains Derivatives Market Share in Slow February

Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Mar 13, 2026 · Last updated Mar 13, 2026

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The crypto derivatives market experienced a slowdown in February with trading volumes declining, indicating reduced speculative activity due to low volatility. However, competition among exchanges like KuCoin intensified, showing a continued focus on market share and infrastructure improvements.

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Event Summary

The global crypto derivatives market saw a modest slowdown in February 2026, with trading volumes decreasing by 2.41% to $4.11 trillion, the lowest since October 2024. This decline coincided with low market volatility, which typically reduces speculative and hedging activities. Despite the overall market contraction, the derivatives segment continued to dominate crypto trading, accounting for 73.2% of total market volume. Competition among exchanges intensified, with KuCoin notably increasing its derivatives market share by 0.20%, positioning it among the top performers for growth during the month. This highlights ongoing efforts by exchanges to attract traders through liquidity, product expansion, and infrastructure improvements, even in subdued market conditions. KuCoin, founded in 2017, is expanding its regulated footprint with AUSTRAC registration in Australia and a MiCA license in Austria, under CEO B. C. Wong.

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85 KuCoin increased derivatives market share

70 CoinDesk published market review

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KuCoin

KuCoin is highlighted as one of the top-performing exchanges for derivatives growth in February, increasing its market share by 0.20%. This indicates strong competitiveness and growth for the platform despite a general market slowdown.

Importance 80 Sentiment 20

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CoinDesk

CoinDesk published the 'CoinDesk Data Exchange Review - February 2026', which provides insights into the crypto derivatives market and exchange performance. This report serves as a key source of information for market participants.

Importance 60 Sentiment 10

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Australia

KuCoin has AUSTRAC registration in Australia, indicating its efforts to expand its regulated footprint in different countries.

Importance 10 Sentiment 0

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Austria

KuCoin holds a MiCA license in Austria, further demonstrating its commitment to regulatory compliance and expansion in European markets.

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B. C. Wong

B. C. Wong is the CEO of KuCoin, under whose leadership the company is expanding its regulated footprint and building a digital-asset ecosystem.

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B. C. Wong related ↔ KuCoin

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