Key Points:

• According to Forbes, CME Group, Coinbase, Bitstamp, Binance, and Robinhood were ranked as the most trustworthy crypto exchanges.
• The $85 billion exchange, regulated by the CFTC, saw a 135% surge in crypto trading volume in 2024, handling $1.4 trillion in digital asset futures.

Forbes has released its 2025 ranking of the world’s most trustworthy cryptocurrency exchanges, with CME Group, Coinbase, Bitstamp, Binance, and Robinhood securing the top five spots.

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CME Group Leads with Institutional-Grade Security

The ranking evaluates over 200 firms, emphasizing compliance and asset security in an industry managing $1.2 trillion in assets and serving more than 500 million users globally.

Leading the list is CME Group, a Chicago-based futures exchange valued at $85 billion. Established in 1898, CME Group has built a reputation for stringent regulatory oversight under the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

While not catering primarily to retail investors, the platform saw significant growth in 2024, with its crypto trading volume surging by 135%. It handled $1.4 trillion in digital asset futures, including Micro Bitcoin and Micro Ether contracts, and recorded an 83% increase in Bitcoin open interest, exceeding $20 billion. CME’s strong regulatory framework and institutional focus contributed to its top ranking.

Coinbase Dominates the Retail Crypto Market

Among exchanges catering to individual investors, Coinbase secured second place. As the only publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., it operates with a market capitalization of $70 billion.

Despite higher fees, its reputation for security attracts around 8 million active users. Coinbase is also the largest Bitcoin custodian, holding 2.4 million BTC worth approximately $245 billion. According to a Forbes survey, asset security remains the primary concern for retail traders, reinforcing Coinbase’s appeal.