Increased Spot Trading Volume on Crypto Exchanges
In a recent blog post by Wu Blockchain, it was revealed that spot trading volume on major cryptocurrency exchanges experienced a 27.4% increase in December compared to the previous month.
Top Performers and Underperformers
The top three exchanges with the highest percentage change in trading volume were Gate (65%), Crypto.com (50%), and Bybit (44%). On the other hand, BitMart (24%), Bitget (12%), and Upbit (1%) saw the most significant decreases in trading volume.
Rise in Website Traffic
Not only did trading volume increase, but website traffic also saw a notable rise of 21% compared to the previous month. Mexc (45%), Bybit (38%), and Gate (34%) were the top three exchanges with the highest percentage change in website traffic. Conversely, Huobi experienced an 80% decline, followed by BitMart with a 17% decrease and Bitget with an 8% decline.
Growth of Crypto Exchanges in December
December proved to be a month of substantial growth for major crypto exchanges. In November 2023, these exchanges witnessed an 8.5% increase in traffic and over 60% growth in spot trading volumes. Binance, South Korean Upbit, and OKX were the top three exchanges in terms of volume, while KuCoin, OKX, and MEXC saw the highest percentage increases in trading volumes.
Increased Interest in Trading
The recovery of the cryptocurrency market sparked users’ interest in trading. Bitcoin’s market capitalization reached multi-month highs, surpassing $40,000 and experiencing a 160% surge throughout the year. BTC continued to rise, breaking the $47,000 mark as anticipation grew regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission’s decision on spot Bitcoin ETF applications.
Hot Take: December Sees Surge in Crypto Trading
December was a remarkable month for cryptocurrency exchanges, with a substantial increase in spot trading volume and website traffic. This growth can be attributed to the recovery of the cryptocurrency market, particularly Bitcoin’s impressive performance. As trading volumes soared and interest in trading intensified, major exchanges witnessed significant gains. The future of cryptocurrencies remains promising, as investors eagerly await regulatory decisions that could further boost market confidence and participation.