WhiteBIT is a crypto exchange. It is based in Lithuania and was founded in 2018. It holds a full MiCA licence for the EU (AT). Its charliedesk score is 84 out of 100.
Key facts
- Founded
- 2018
- HQ
- Lithuania
- MiCA / CASP
- Licensed · AT · 7/3/2026
- Ranking (CoinGecko)
- #22
- 24h volume
- $1.4B
- Open interest
- $3.0B
- Reserves
- –
- Fees (spot maker/taker)
- not stated
- KYC
- not stated
- Fiat deposit
- not stated
Objective composite: trust (35%), liquidity (25%), MiCA/regulation (25%) and age (15%). Unknown factors (e.g. unverified MiCA) are dropped and weights renormalised. No community votes, no paid placement.
This exchange holds a full MiCA/CASP authorisation for the EU. A licence from one member state passports across the whole EU and EEA.
- Authorized entity
- WB-Shields Innovations GmbH
- Regulator
- FMA · AT
Security & incidents
We have no significant security incidents on record for this exchange. This does not mean nothing ever happened, only that our curated record has nothing.
Curated by charliedesk from public sources. Amounts are the value at the time of the incident. Each entry links to its source.
About the exchange
WhiteBIT stands as the leading cryptocurrency exchange in Europe by traffic, with over 32 million monthly visits. Since its launch in 2018, it has grown into a global platform under the WhiteBIT Group, serving a community of more than 35 million users and reaching an annual trading volume of $3,5 trillion. The platform offers access to 1020+ trading pairs, 360+ digital assets, and supports transactions in 8 fiat currencies. Beyond trading, WhiteBIT features a diverse suite of products — from Crypto Lending and the WhiteBIT Nova card for everyday payments using crypto to Auto-Invest, referral and affiliate programs, and tailored services for institutions and market makers. It also runs a VIP program for high-volume users. At the heart of the ecosystem is WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) — a utility asset offering a range of benefits to holders. In 2024, WBT saw its value quadruple and secured a spot among the top 50 cryptocurrencies by market cap, earning recognition from leading crypto media. WhiteBIT is also a pioneer in crypto security, being the first exchange to earn the CCSS Level 3 certification, the highest standard in the industry, and PCI DSS Level 1, the top tier for payment card security. Strategic partnerships with global brands like Visa, FACEIT, FC Juventus, Trabzonspor, and the Ukrainian national football team highlight its commitment to mainstream adoption and blockchain innovation.
Description: CoinGecko
Derivatives & reserves
Derivatives (OI, liquidations, volume) are an aggregate across BTC, ETH and SOL. Source: Coinglass via syndicate · updated 8/25/26, 9:52 AM
Community rating
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FAQ
Is WhiteBIT licensed in the EU (MiCA)?
Yes. WhiteBIT holds a full MiCA/CASP authorisation via WB-Shields Innovations GmbH, regulator FMA (AT). The licence passports across the whole EU.
Is WhiteBIT safe and trustworthy?
WhiteBIT's charliedesk score is 84/100 (trust, liquidity, MiCA and age). We show verifiable facts with sources and never advise what to buy, the decision is yours.
Has WhiteBIT ever been hacked?
We have no significant security incident on record for WhiteBIT.
Where is WhiteBIT based and when was it founded?
WhiteBIT is based in Lithuania and was founded in 2018.