According to data compiled by Coin ATM Radar, the global count of cryptocurrency ATMs has declined by 597 net machines in the first quarter of 2026, bringing the total to 38,928 active units as of March 29. This marks a retreat from the approximately 40,000 mark reached earlier in the month, as the industry struggles to sustain growth momentum.
Regional Breakdown: North America Dominates
The United States remains the largest market with 30,247 crypto ATMs, representing 77.7% of the global total. Canada follows with 3,839 units (9.9%), while Europe maintains 1,727 machines (4.4%). Together, these three regions host 35,813 machines, accounting for 92% of worldwide installations. The remaining 8% is distributed across Asia, Oceania, and other regions, highlighting the concentrated nature of the network.
Operator Landscape: Consolidation Accelerates
The top ten global operators collectively manage 30,450 crypto ATMs, representing 78.2% of the total. Leading the pack is Bitcoin Depot with 9,246 machines (23.8% market share), followed by Coinflip with 5,493 (14.1%) and Athena Bitcoin with 4,045 (10.4%). Rockitcoin holds 2,757 units (7.1%), Bitstop operates 2,372 (6.1%), and Margo manages 2,138 (5.5%). Smaller players account for the remaining 21.8% of installations, an indication that market consolidation is continuing as larger operators gain scale.
Asset Support: Bitcoin Ubiquitous, Ethereum Leads Altcoins
Bitcoin (BTC) is supported at virtually all crypto ATMs, making it the universal standard. Among alternative assets, Ethereum (ETH) is available at 22,200 locations, Litecoin (LTC) at 21,292, and Tether (USDT) at 19,894. Approximately 91.6% of machines are configured solely for purchasing cryptocurrencies, while the remaining 8.4% support both buying and selling. The widespread support for stablecoins and major altcoins reflects growing demand for diversified access points.
Quarterly Trends: A Market in Flux
The first quarter of 2026 saw volatile movements: January recorded a net loss of 139 machines, February added 231 units, and March began with an additional 80 installations before a large-scale removal of 769 machines pushed the quarterly net loss to 597. The industry remains tantalizingly close to the 40,000 milestone, but Q1 data suggests that growth is not assured. Whether the count surpasses 40,000 this year depends largely on whether operators like Bitcoin Depot and Coinflip continue expanding or join the pullback trend.
FAQ
- How many crypto ATMs are there globally in 2026? As of March 29, 2026, Coin ATM Radar tracks 38,928 active machines.
- Which country has the most Bitcoin ATMs? The United States leads with 30,247 units (77.7% share).
- Who is the largest crypto ATM operator in 2026? Bitcoin Depot with 9,246 machines (23.8% market share).
- What cryptocurrencies do crypto ATMs support? Bitcoin is available at nearly all locations; Ethereum (22,200), Litecoin (21,292), and Tether (19,894) are also widely supported.