Cointelegraph, a well-known cryptocurrency news platform recognized for its cartoonish illustrations, is actively seeking a buyer due to a significant decline in web traffic. The specific price the company is asking for has not been disclosed, as per a source who preferred to remain anonymous.
Traffic Woes and Market Conditions
The site has suffered a dramatic 80% reduction in organic traffic since Google imposed a manual penalty in October 2025, which led to the site being removed from search results. This decline in visibility has been compounded by a stagnant cryptocurrency market, which has diverted user interest away from crypto news outlets.
Previously, Cointelegraph experienced over 12 million monthly visits in December 2024, but as of September 1, 2026, traffic plummeted to just above 700,000 visits monthly, according to Similarweb statistics. This stark contrast highlights the challenges the outlet faces in maintaining its audience.
Cointelegraph was last acquired in July 2022 by Luna Media Corporation, which aimed to support its global and regional growth initiatives. Founded in 2013, the company currently employs over 200 staff members, as noted on its LinkedIn page.
Cointelegraph has not yet responded to requests for further information regarding its current situation.