Binance has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $100 trillion in total trading volume across spot and derivatives markets, solidifying its position as the leading cryptocurrency exchange.
This surge in volume has led to speculation about a potential rise in Binance Coin (BNB) prices.
According to CCData, Binance is the first centralized exchange (CEX) to reach this milestone, with OKX following as the second-largest exchange at $25 trillion in lifetime trading volume.
Despite its closure in November 2022, FTX remains sixth based on its prior trading volume, highlighting the volatility in the crypto space.
Bybit and Bitget rank third and fourth with volumes of $13.2 trillion and $10.9 trillion, respectively.
Additionally, Binance has expanded operations in Africa by introducing mobile money payment options for crypto transactions in six countries, enhancing financial inclusion in the region.
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