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Gemini

Gemini

Gemini is a long-running centralized crypto exchange located in the United States. It offers staking and earn programs. Gemini Staking Gemini St...

iTrustCapital

iTrustCapital

iTrustCapital is a U.S.-based platform that allows individuals to buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies and precious metals within self-directed retire...

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General

Platform
Gemini logo
iTrustCapital logo
Founded
Gemini 2014
iTrustCapital 2018
Headquarters
Gemini New York, NY
iTrustCapital Irvine, CA
Availability
Gemini All US states and Singapore
iTrustCapital USA

Fees & Financial

Bonus
Gemini $15 in BTC when you trade $100
iTrustCapital $100 bonus with $1000 deposit
Token
Gemini GUSD
iTrustCapital
Compounding
Gemini No
iTrustCapital Yes
Payouts
Gemini
iTrustCapital Monthly
Fees
Gemini Yes
iTrustCapital None
Lockup
Gemini None
iTrustCapital Staking
Maker Fee
Gemini 0.35
iTrustCapital
Taker Fee
Gemini 0.35
iTrustCapital

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
Gemini
iTrustCapital
BTC Max
Gemini
iTrustCapital
ETH Rate
Gemini 3%
iTrustCapital 2.25%
ETH Max
Gemini
iTrustCapital
Stablecoin Rate
Gemini
iTrustCapital 2%

Unique Pros

  • Full exchange services available
  • No minimums

Key Cons

  • Limited to ETH and SOL staking
  • US-focused

iTrustCapital

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Unique Pros

  • Multiple tax advantaged crypto account options

Key Cons

  • USD withdraws only (non-crypto)
  • USDC must be bought within the platforms