CoinGecko was founded on April 8, 2014, by TM Lee (CEO) and Bobby Ong (COO) with the mission to democratize access to cryptocurrency data and empower users across the globe with actionable insights. The company started as a digital currency market tracking website and app and has since grown to become the world’s largest independent cryptocurrency data aggregator.

Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, CoinGecko tracks over 17,000 cryptocurrency assets across more than 1,000 crypto exchanges worldwide. It provides comprehensive 360-degree market data and in-depth information including price, trading volume, market capitalization, contract addresses, and community statistics.

The platform is known for delivering neutral, unbiased, and reliable cryptocurrency data, which is widely cited by top industry publishers, making it a leading authority in the crypto data space. CoinGecko has also expanded beyond data aggregation by launching educational content such as books on decentralized finance and Bitcoin, and hosting conferences like GeckoCon.

CoinGecko has invested in various blockchain and crypto-related companies and continuously innovates its offerings, including the release of premium subscription services and revamped mobile applications. The company’s dedication to providing transparent and accessible crypto market data supports millions of users worldwide in understanding and succeeding in the cryptocurrency industry.