Ethereum set the standard for smart contract platforms. It introduced the concept of programmable money, built the foundations of DeFi, and still holds the lead in total value locked and developer activity. Solana, meanwhile, entered the market with a different proposition, one focused on speed, cost-efficiency, and delivering a consumer-grade experience without relying on external […]
Global crypto ranking top 5’s
The most comprehensive overview of active crypto economies across the globe for investors, journalists, and residents interested in the cryptoeconomy.
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Switzerland | 38 |
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UK | 17 |
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Japan | 8 |
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Germany | 6 |
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UAE | 1 |
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Bahamas | 2 |
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Bermuda | 3 |
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Cayman Islands | 4 |
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Seychelles | 5 |
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Switzerland | 1 |
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Singapore | 2 |
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UAE | 3 |
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El Salvador | 5 |
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Poland | 1401 |
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Canada | 1,254 |
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Lithuania | 538 |
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Italy | 150 |
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Spain | 106 |
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Solana and Ripple are two of the most recognized names in the crypto space, but they represent fundamentally different ideas. One is building an ecosystem for decentralized apps, the other is focused on transforming cross-border finance. Both are efficient, scalable, and well-established, but their goals, communities, and use cases rarely overlap. This article doesn’t focus […]
Quant has made itself as a core infrastructure player for institutional-grade blockchain use. Its flagship platform, Overledger, acts as a universal connector between private and public blockchains, allowing banks, corporates, and governments to integrate blockchain technology without replacing legacy systems. Now, with the launch of Quant Flow and the PayScript rules engine, the company is […]
Cosmos remains one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in crypto. Nicknamed the “Internet of Blockchains,” Cosmos is a modular network for building custom blockchains that can communicate through the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol. This approach allows independent chains to remain sovereign while benefiting from seamless cross-chain interaction. Instead of fighting for dominance like other […]
SingularityNET is one of the longest-running attempts to merge blockchain with artificial intelligence. Launched in 2017 by Dr. Ben Goertzel, the project set out to build a decentralized marketplace for AI services, allowing developers, researchers, and companies to monetize and collaborate on machine learning models without relying on centralized platforms. The native token, AGIX, powers […]
As we move deeper into 2025, a new generation of smartphones is emerging—not just smarter, but blockchain-native. These aren’t your average Androids or iPhones. They’re devices purpose-built for the next phase of internet evolution: decentralized applications, secure crypto storage, and seamless Web3 experiences. And the movement is gaining momentum, from Australia to Silicon Valley. Welcome […]
As the crypto industry matures beyond speculative trading and digital collectibles, a new trend is gaining significant traction—Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. This refers to the process of representing tangible assets like real estate, bonds, or commodities on the blockchain. By bridging traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi), RWA tokenization aims to unlock unprecedented levels […]
Crypto banking isn’t a niche anymore. As regulatory frameworks tighten and traditional finance inches closer to digital assets, a new wave of institutions is redefining what it means to offer financial services. Some were born in crypto. Others are legacy banks pivoting fast. Together, they’re shaping how businesses and investors interact with digital assets in […]
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Coincub has been compiling the global crypto country ranking since 2021. Our vision is to provide the most comprehensive overview of active crypto economies across the globe for investors, journalists, and anyone interested in the cryptoeconomy.
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Germany | 1 | 1 | |
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Singapore | 3 | 2 | -1 |
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Australia | 4 | 4 | |
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Switzerland | 5 | 5 |
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Germany | 1 | 4 | +3 |
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Singapore | 2 | 1 | -1 |
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Australia | 4 | 2 | -2 |
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Switzerland | 5 | 8 | +3 |
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USA | 1 | 7 | +6 | |
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Germany | 2 | 1 | -1 |
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Singapore | 3 | 5 | -2 |
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Hong Kong | 4 | 8 | +3 |
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Switzerland | 5 | 2 | -3 |
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Crypto.com | 4.6 | 2016 | Credit Card Bank Transfer | Singapore | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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OKX | 4.25 | 2017 | Bank card P2P third-parties crypto | Seychelles | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Uphold | 4.17 | 2015 | Bank account Credit/debit card Apple/Google Pay Wire transfer Crypto networks | USA | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Kraken | 4.1 | 2011 | Card Bank On-Chain | San Francisco | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Figure Markets | 4 | 2024 | Bank transfer (ACH Wire) Crypto (USDC) SEPA/SWIFT coming soon | USA | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Coinbase | 4.0 | 2012 | Credit Card Bank Transfer | USA | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Gate.ioSponsored | 4.0 | 2013 | Bank Transfer Credit Card Debit Card SEPA Apple Pay Google Pay | Cayman Islands | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Revolut | 4.0 | 2015 | Credit Card Bank Transfer | London, UK | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Independent Reserve | 3.82 | 2013 | EFT bank transfers SWIFT transfers crypto Osko/PayID Credit/Debit cards and PayPal | Australia | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Binance | 3.8 | 2017 | Card Bank | Cayman Islands | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Bybit | 3.6 | 2018 | Card Crypto Sepa Wise Alipay Wechat Apple Pay Google Pay | UAE | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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eToro | 3.6 | 2007 | Credit/Debit Card PayPal Bank Transfer Wire Transfer | Israel | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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KuCoin | 3.5 | 2017 | Crypto deposits only; limited fiat on-ramp through third-party vendors | Seychelles | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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PrimeXBT | 3.3 | 2018 | Crypto Card Bank | Seychelles | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Bitget | 3.3 | 2018 | Card Bank P2P | Seychelles | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Blockchain.com | 3.2 | 2011 | Bank card crypto | Luxembourg | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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CEX.IO | 3.2 | 2013 | Debit/credit cards Google/Apple Pay SWIFT SEPA and other domestic transfers E-wallets (Skrill Neteller PayPal Epay MoneyGram) Multichain cryptocurrencies. | United Kingdom | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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BYDFi | 3.15 | 2019 | Visa Sepa GPay Crypto | Seychelles | Coincub Review | Register Now |
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Luno | 3.1 | 2013 | Card Bank | UK | Coincub Review |
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