KuCoin and Lightnet Explore Collaboration to Strengthen Digital Asset Infrastructure and Payments in Southeast Asia
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 29 April 2026 /PRNewswire/ – KuCoin, a global cryptocurrency platform prioritising trust, is exploring potential collaboration with Lightnet, a Southeast Asia-based fintech company. This collaboration will integrate KuCoin’s global digital asset trading ecosystem with Lightnet’s cross-border payment infrastructure and fintech expertise. Both parties are exploring opportunities for long-term partnership in the digital asset sector in Southeast Asia.
This collaboration combines the strengths of both parties to build a more integrated digital financial ecosystem, while strengthening digital asset infrastructure and promoting the adoption of blockchain-based solutions in Southeast Asia.
Lightnet is a fintech company managing a global transaction settlement network and global payment infrastructure with official licences. The network and infrastructure leverage blockchain technology to enhance the efficiency and transparency of cross-border transactions.
BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin, said:
“Southeast Asia is one of the most dynamic regions in terms of digital financial innovation. Through this collaboration, we are combining the strengths of digital asset trading and cross-border payments to deliver more efficient and sustainable solutions. This collaboration also reinforces KuCoin’s commitment to building trusted and regulatory-compliant global infrastructure.”
Tridbodi Arunanondchai, Group CEO of Lightnet, added:
“We observe strong synergy potential between Lightnet’s cross-border payment infrastructure and KuCoin’s global ecosystem. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to expanding access to more efficient financial solutions in Southeast Asia. Looking ahead, we are open to further cooperative opportunities that align with regulations.”
Both parties will continue to explore collaboration opportunities within the appropriate regulatory framework, and contribute to the development of a more accessible, efficient, and inclusive digital financial ecosystem in Southeast Asia.
About KuCoin
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global cryptocurrency platform that has earned the trust of more than 40 million users in over 200 countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-focused approach, KuCoin combines cutting-edge technology, strong liquidity, and robust security systems to provide a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to more than 1,500 digital assets through various products, and is committed to building transparent, regulatory-compliant, and user-oriented digital asset infrastructure for the future of finance, supported by SOC 2 Type II certification, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, and ISO/IEC 27701:2019. In recent years, KuCoin has built a foundation for global regulatory compliance, including obtaining AUSTRAC authorisation in Australia, MiCA licence in Europe, and other business permits in various markets.
For more information: www.kucoin.com.
About Lightnet
Lightnet is a Southeast Asia-based fintech company with business licences in various countries. Operating in more than 150 countries, Lightnet has a strong local partnership network in Asia and continues to expand in global markets. Lightnet provides fast cross-border transaction settlement services, on/off ramp services, and liquidity for fiat currencies and digital assets to banks, fintech companies, and Web3 business players.
SOURCE KuCoin