WazirX

WazirX

WazirX is an India-focused cryptocurrency exchange platform that enables users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets via an exchange-style interface (including an open order book) and to store assets in a hosted wallet. (support.wazirx.com)

Services and positioning

WazirX describes itself as an Indian cryptocurrency exchange offering trading in major cryptoassets (for example, Bitcoin and Ethereum among others) through an “advanced trading interface,” with custody via user wallets on the platform. (support.wazirx.com)

On its public “About” page, WazirX presents itself as a large consumer exchange in India, claiming 16 million+ users and hundreds of listed assets. (wazirx.com)

Founding and key people

WazirX was co-founded by Nischal Shetty, Siddharth Menon, and Sameer Mhatre (with Shetty widely described in business press as a co-founder and chief executive). (cnbc.com)

Corporate history (Binance acquisition announcement)

WazirX states that it was launched in March 2018 and that it was acquired by Binance in November 2019, characterizing the deal as an acquisition of an Indian exchange by an international exchange group. (support.wazirx.com)

Compliance and industry affiliations (as described by the company)

WazirX’s “About” page states that it is registered with the Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU‑IND) and highlights compliance measures such as KYC and AML checks, as well as a stated policy against cash transactions on the platform. It also states that WazirX is a member of the Bharat Web3 Association (BWA). (wazirx.com)

Online presence (website and social media)

• Official website: WazirX identifies wazirx.com (and its help center) as official web properties. (wazirx.com)
• X (Twitter) account: WazirX has stated that its official X handle is @WazirXIndia (and it separately lists @WazirXCares as an official support account). (wazirx.com)

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