Bybit Launches U.S. Stock and ETF Trading for Global Users
Crypto exchange Bybit now offers access to more than 1,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs to eligible users worldwide.
Bybit, the Dubai-based trading platform with more than 80 million registered users, has expanded beyond cryptocurrency to offer stock trading, giving eligible global users access to more than 1,000 U.S.-listed equities and exchange-traded funds, the company announced.
The launch marks a significant strategic pivot for one of the world's largest crypto-native platforms, which has historically focused on digital asset derivatives and spot trading. By integrating traditional equities — including shares of major companies such as Apple — Bybit is positioning itself as a broader financial services destination rather than a purely crypto-focused exchange.
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The move reflects a growing trend among crypto platforms seeking to capture retail investor demand for multi-asset trading under a single interface. Offering U.S. stocks alongside digital assets could lower the barrier for crypto-native users to diversify into traditional markets without switching platforms.
Bybit's expansion also comes at a time of intensifying competition among global trading platforms for retail market share. The ability to trade both crypto and equities in one place may serve as a differentiating factor, though eligibility restrictions mean the offering will not be available to all of the platform's global user base.
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