Bithumb company
Overview
Bithumb is a South Korean cryptocurrency exchange that facilitates trading of digital assets. It is classified as a centralized exchange (CEX) and is primarily used for buying, selling, and storing cryptocurrencies. Founded in 2014, it is one of the largest exchanges in South Korea by trading volume.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Bithumb connects to 3 tracked entities, most strongly to Korea Financial Intelligence Unit, KoFIU VASP registration — Bithumb, South Korea.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 3 of 3 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
regulated_by | Korea Financial Intelligence Unit | 95% |
holds_license | KoFIU VASP registration — Bithumb | 95% |
headquartered_in | South Korea | 85% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Bithumb?
Bithumb is a South Korean cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2014 that facilitates trading of digital assets. It is a centralized exchange (CEX) used for buying, selling, and storing cryptocurrencies.
Who regulates Bithumb?
Bithumb is regulated by the Korea Financial Intelligence Unit (KoFIU) and holds a KoFIU VASP registration.
Where is Bithumb headquartered?
Bithumb is headquartered in South Korea.