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, expanding beyond digital assets for its 80 million users.
Bybit, the Dubai-based trading platform with more than 80 million registered users worldwide, has expanded into equities, giving eligible global customers the ability to trade over 1,000 U.S.-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds, the company announced Oct. 12, 2026.
The move marks a significant strategic pivot for a platform that built its reputation primarily in cryptocurrency markets. By folding traditional equities — including shares of major U.S. companies such as Apple — into its existing infrastructure, Bybit is positioning itself as a broader financial services hub rather than a standalone crypto exchange.
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The expansion reflects a growing trend among digital-asset platforms seeking to capture retail investors who want a single interface for both crypto and conventional securities. Offering U.S. stocks alongside crypto products could deepen user engagement and attract a segment of investors who have historically kept their traditional and digital portfolios on separate platforms.
Bybit has not disclosed the specific brokerage or regulatory framework underpinning the equities offering, and access is limited to eligible users, suggesting geographic or compliance-based restrictions apply. The company did not provide details on fee structures or the custodial arrangements governing stock holdings within the platform.
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