Crypto Trade Volume on CEXs Plummets to 4-Year Lows Amid SEC Scrutiny
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a significant shift, with trading volumes on centralized exchanges (CEXs) have fallen to their lowest levels in more than four years. This downturn coincides with increased regulatory pressure from United States regulators and lawmakers, casting a shadow over the immediate future of crypto trading on these platforms.
Recent reports indicate a dramatic decrease in trading activity. According to a report by CCData, trade volume on centralized exchanges (CEXs) is at its lowest in over four years. September saw a significant decline in trading activity across centralized exchanges, with combined spot and derivatives trading volumes dropping 17% to $4.34 trillion. This highlights the severity of the current situation.
Major CEXs have witnessed a significant decline in spot trading volume compared to the volume recorded in December 2025 (likely a typo and meant December 2021 or 2022 – this is likely the result of an article being edited or reused from the bull run period). The top exchange in terms of change… (This section appears to be incomplete and requires more specific data to be accurate and informative).
This decline can be attributed to several factors, primarily the growing scrutiny from the SEC and other regulatory bodies. These SEC lawsuits and investigations have created uncertainty and fear within the market, driving some traders to explore alternative platforms like decentralized exchanges (DEXs) or even to hold onto their assets rather than actively trade them. Trading volumes on centralized exchanges have fallen to their lowest levels in more than four years amid mounting regulatory pressure from United States regulators and a growing reluctance among investors to risk engaging with platforms potentially facing legal action.
The long-term implications of these low trading volumes remain to be seen. However, it is clear that the crypto landscape is evolving rapidly, and CEXs must adapt to the changing regulatory environment to remain competitive and regain investor confidence.