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Luno

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Africa and Southeast Asia-focused exchange, owned by Digital Currency Group.

Platform Information

Founded

2013

Headquarters

Cape Town, South Africa

Two-Factor Authentication

An extra login step that protects your account even if your password is stolen.

Yes

Custodial

The platform holds your crypto on your behalf — you don't control the private keys.

Yes

KYC Required

Know Your Customer — you must verify your identity before trading or withdrawing.

Yes

Proof of Reserves

The platform publicly proves it holds enough assets to cover all customer funds.

Yes

Insurance

Customer funds are covered by insurance in the event of a hack or platform failure.

No

Supported Chains

BTCETHXRPSOLADALTCBCHUSDCUSDTLINKUNIMATICAVAX
exchangefiat-onrampafricasoutheast-asiaeuropecustodialbeginner-friendlymobile-firstdcg-backed

About Luno

Luno is a cryptocurrency exchange with a strong presence in Africa and Southeast Asia, founded in Cape Town in 2013. Owned by Digital Currency Group. Holds regulatory registrations in multiple jurisdictions including the UK (FCA registered), South Africa, and Malaysia.

Security & Score

72

Platform Safety Score

72/100Fair

Based on incident history, security features, and track record

Security Features

2FAcold storagemulti-signatureISO 27001ISO 27701ISO 22301proof of reservesbug bountyBitGo custodyFireblocks custody

Regulatory Information

Regulated In

Jurisdictions where this platform is officially licensed and subject to financial oversight.

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Area Served

Countries or regions where this platform is available to users.

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Notes

FCA registered in the United Kingdom. Licensed in South Africa and Malaysia.

Incident History

No incidents recorded for this platform.

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