Binance marks its ninth year of operations, presenting figures about its scale and user reach. The company says it is the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and reports an all-time trading volume of about $156 trillion. Binance also claims that nearly half of all crypto holders use its platform. In a release shared by multiple outlets, Binance attributes its growth to its global community and positions itself as more than a cryptocurrency exchange. The company describes its evolution toward a multi-asset financial platform and outlines further expansion ambitions, including a goal of reaching three billion users. The coverage is based on the company’s statements and does not include independent verification or regulatory assessments in the provided excerpts. Overall, the reports focus on Binance’s self-reported metrics, its market presence, and its stated roadmap for growth beyond crypto trading.