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Bybit Launches U.S. Stock and ETF Trading for Global Users

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Crypto platform Bybit now offers access to 1,000+ U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs, expanding its financial services for eligible users worldwide.

Bybit Launches U.S. Stock and ETF Trading for Global Users

Bybit, the Dubai-based trading platform with more than 80 million registered users globally, has added U.S. equities to its suite of financial products, the company announced Oct. 12, 2026. Eligible users can now trade more than 1,000 U.S.-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds directly through the platform, including shares of major companies such as Apple.

The move marks a significant expansion for a platform that built its reputation primarily in cryptocurrency derivatives and spot trading. By integrating traditional equities alongside digital assets, Bybit is positioning itself as a broader financial services destination rather than a crypto-only exchange — a strategy several competitors have also pursued in recent years.

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Access to the stock trading feature is subject to eligibility requirements, which Bybit has not fully detailed in its announcement, suggesting certain jurisdictions or user verification tiers may apply. The offering targets the platform's existing global user base, potentially giving retail investors in markets with limited brokerage access a new avenue to participate in U.S. equity markets.

The expansion reflects a wider industry trend of crypto-native platforms moving into traditional asset classes as user demand for diversified, single-platform investing grows. Offering stocks and ETFs alongside crypto products could also serve as a retention tool, reducing the need for users to maintain accounts across multiple brokerages and exchanges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.How many U.S. stocks and ETFs can users trade on Bybit?

Bybit gives eligible users access to more than 1,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs, including shares of companies such as Apple.

Q.Who is eligible to trade stocks on Bybit?

Bybit describes the feature as available to 'eligible' global users, though the company has not fully specified which jurisdictions or account tiers qualify.

Q.How many users does Bybit have worldwide?

Bybit reports a global user base of more than 80 million registered users across its platform.

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