Centralized cryptocurrency exchanges |  You’re ready to trade crypto, but there’s a choice that can affect everything: which exchange will you use? Centralised platforms promise ease, liquidity and fiat-on-ramps — but in 2025 they also carry regulatory, custody and control trade-offs you need to understand. Cryptocurrencies were born out of a vision for decentralized financial systems, yet the convenience of centralized cryptocurrency exchanges (CEXs) has made them a dominant force in the industry. These platforms…