Key facts
For under $10,000 in 30-day volume; per reviews, trading is free below $1,000 a month and stablecoin/FX pairs get an 80% discount.
About
Bitstamp is one of the oldest exchanges still running: founded in Slovenia in 2011 and now based in Luxembourg. In June 2025 US broker Robinhood bought it for $200 million.
Its focus is regulation, with more than 50 licences and registrations, including MiCA and a New York BitLicense. The coin list is modest at around 85, and there are no retail derivatives. Fees at low volumes are above average. It suits users who value a solid jurisdiction over a long token list.
Pros
- 50+ licences, including MiCA
- Owned by listed Robinhood
- 14-year track record
Cons
- Only about 85 coins
- Above-average fees at low volume
- Not available in Russia
Verification (KYC)
Full verification required before trading.
For users in Russia
Not available: Bitstamp stopped serving Russian residents after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Security
In January 2015 attackers stole about 19,000 BTC (roughly $5 million at the time) from hot wallets. Since June 2025 the exchange has been owned by listed company Robinhood.
Licenses and registrations
- MiCA licence (EU passporting)
- NYDFS BitLicense
- More than 50 licences and registrations across Europe, the UK, Asia and the US
Products
Sources
Other top-3 exchanges
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