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Coinsquare Ltd.
Coinsquare is Canada’s trusted platform to buy, sell, & trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, & more — access real-time crypto trading on Canada’s leading...
Overview
Coinsquare is Canada’s trusted platform to buy, sell, & trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, & more — access real-time crypto trading on Canada’s leading cryptocurrency exchange.
General information
Year founded
2014
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Toronto
Corporate office
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Is Coinsquare a regulated entity?
Yes, Coinsquare is registered as a dealer and is a member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), which oversees investment dealers in Canada (per the firm's website). It adheres to anti-money laundering and know-your-customer compliance requirements.
Can institutional investors trade on Coinsquare?
Coinsquare markets itself to both retail and institutional clients, offering fiat on-ramps and dedicated support. However, specific institutional offerings such as OTC trading or prime brokerage are not detailed on its public website.
What cryptocurrencies are available on Coinsquare?
Coinsquare supports trading in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), Ripple (XRP), and a selection of other digital assets (per the firm's website). The full list is available on its trading interface.
How does Coinsquare compare to other Canadian exchanges?
Coinsquare differentiates itself through CIRO dealer membership and a focus on regulatory compliance. It competes with platforms like Wealthsimple Crypto, Bitbuy, and Shakepay, though each offers a different set of supported assets and fees.
What is Coinsquare's custody solution for digital assets?
The platform offers exchange wallets for active trading and recommends hardware wallets for long-term storage. It does not publicly detail third-party custodial partnerships or insurance coverage for digital assets.
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