At the CoinFerenceX Summit during Token2049 week in Singapore, KuCoin Managing Director Alicia Kao joined a high-profile panel titled “Exchanges Beyond Trading: Gatekeepers or Gate-Openers of the Digital Asset Economy.” Speaking alongside executives from leading exchanges, Kao emphasized that modern exchanges must strike a balance: acting as trusted gatekeepers who safeguard users while also serving as open gateways that enable wider participation in the digital asset economy.
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During the discussion, Alicia reaffirmed KuCoin’s longstanding commitment to trust, compliance, and innovation. She highlighted the exchange’s use of AI to strengthen compliance and anti–money laundering monitoring, while simultaneously providing intelligent trading tools that enhance the user experience. KuCoin is also returning to blockchain fundamentals with the relaunch of its KuMining product, where the recent sale of 1,500,000 TH/s BTC Hashrate sold out quickly, reflecting strong market demand. Beyond trading, the exchange is expanding real-world utility for digital assets, offering payment solutions across multiple countries as global regulatory clarity continues to improve.
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Kao also shared insights on KuCoin’s approach to investment and local market development. Through KuCoin Ventures, the company invests in startups tackling core challenges in finance, payments, and local adoption, rather than short-term token projects. A recent investment in Stable, a high-throughput Layer1 blockchain powered by USDT, exemplifies this strategy. Alicia emphasized that obtaining regulatory licenses is just the beginning; the true responsibility lies in protecting users and building long-term value. While KuCoin does not operate a massive fund, it remains open to supporting responsible teams and entrepreneurs who bring blockchain into real-life applications.
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By speaking at CoinFerenceX, Alicia Kao reinforced KuCoin’s mission as “the exchange of trust for global users.” She highlighted that the next phase of the digital asset economy will be driven by innovation, compliance, and responsible investment principles that guide KuCoin as it continues to expand its role beyond traditional trading.
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