Bybit obtains Austrian license, launches a range of perpetual contracts for stocks and ETFs such as Xiaomi and Meituan, sues North Korean hackers to recover $1.5 billion, and accelerates its compliance efforts and derivatives strategy.
Bybit expands its TradFi portfolio to over 200 products by launching USDT-settled perpetuals for Unitree and Moonshot AI. This move aligns with industry peers like Binance offering SpaceX derivatives, reflecting a surge in tokenized stock adoption.
World Liberty Financial transferred 39 million WLFI tokens worth $2.19 million to a Bybit-linked address. The modest price impact suggests routine treasury management or liquidity provision rather than immediate sell pressure for the Trump-associated proj
ABFinance, founded by former Bybit co-CEO Helen Liu, suspended operations on Aug. 14 due to regulatory pressures. The halt underscores the high compliance costs and market volatility facing new U.S. crypto entrants.
A U.S. court approved Bybit's request to expedite discovery in its lawsuit against North Korean hackers. This procedural win accelerates the tracing of stolen assets from the February 2025 breach, setting a precedent for cross-border crypto crime recovery
Bybit sued North Korean entities over a $1.5B hack, securing an injunction. The case highlights the difficulty of recovering stolen crypto, contrasting frozen assets with laundered funds, and sets a precedent for future recovery efforts against state-spon
A US federal judge approved Bybit’s request for expedited discovery in its lawsuit against North Korea-linked hackers. This legal move aims to identify intermediaries and recover traceable assets from the $1.5 billion theft, marking a strategic shift fr
Bybit filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against North Korea, the Reconnaissance General Bureau, and the Lazarus Group. The case seeks to recover $1.5 billion stolen in the February 2025 TraderTraitor attack, with a pr
Bybit secured a preliminary injunction freezing assets linked to the Lazarus Group’s $1.5 billion heist. The civil suit targets the DPRK and its intelligence apparatus, marking a pivotal legal escalation in state-sponsored cybercrime recovery efforts.
Deribit retained H1 crypto options leadership with 49.3% share, yet Bybit overtook it in ETH volume. Total BTC/ETH options hit $864.6B across five major exchanges, signaling increased competition.
Hyperliquid’s open interest hit a record $5.25 billion, surpassing Bybit’s $5.07 billion. With $13 billion in daily volume and aggressive HYPE token burns, the platform demonstrates strong ecosystem growth and sustained trader confidence.
Bitcoin perpetual futures data reveals a marginal bearish lean with 50.04% short positions. While Bybit and OKX show slight bullish tilts, Binance remains neutral, reflecting cautious sentiment amid macroeconomic uncertainty.
An anonymous entity transferred 724,880 HYPE tokens valued at $39.67 million from Bybit and OKX to private wallets. Onchain Lens detected the move, indicating potential long-term holding intent within the Hyperliquid ecosystem despite prevailing market vo
Bybit appoints Peter Loo, former VARA General Counsel, as Chief Legal & Compliance Officer. Leveraging 25 years of experience across Barclays and Amber Group, Loo will lead Bybit’s global regulatory strategy and licensing efforts for its 80 million user
Bitget terminates services for Japanese residents amid strict FSA enforcement against unregistered exchanges. Following Bybit’s precedent, the move highlights global regulatory tightening and the necessity of compliance for crypto platforms operating in
Bybit removes 11 spot pairs, heavily impacting Mantle (MNT), effective July 28 at 8:00 a.m. UTC. Traders must close positions to avoid automatic settlement as liquidity shifts.
Bybit enters Indonesia by acquiring regulated entity NOBI, bypassing slow licensing. With 21 million users and OJK oversight, the move highlights a regional shift toward compliance-first expansion over offshore speculation.
Bybit enters Indonesia via NOBI acquisition, rebranding as Bybit Indonesia. Led by former NOBI executives, the platform launches with 500 trading pairs, targeting a market with over 21 million users and $26.85 billion in 2025 transaction value.
Bybit’s app was removed from South Korea’s Google Play Store on January 28, 2026, due to non-compliance with Virtual Asset Service Provider registration rules enforced by the Financial Intelligence Unit.
Calais Digital Assets deployed UBS uMINT as live margin collateral on Bybit via DigiFT and ByCustody. The $18.7M pilot proves tokenized funds can earn yield while supporting trading, shifting RWA focus from issuance to operational utility.
QR code adoption displaces card infrastructure while stablecoin spreads compress to zero. Regulatory frameworks in Brazil and Mexico outpace US policy, forcing fintechs to pivot from single-market dominance to cross-border interoperability strategies.
Bybit Fintech Limited joins the MAS Investor Alert List, signaling regulatory caution for unlicensed entities. This move reinforces Singapore's strict oversight framework while the exchange remains blocked from local users.
Bybit introduces tokenized bond funds from PIMCO and CMBI on its new RWA Earn platform, leveraging Plume infrastructure and DigiFT tokenization to offer fee-free access to fixed-income assets without principal guarantees.
Bitcoin perpetual futures on Binance, MEXC, and Bybit show a 50.16% long ratio, indicating near-perfect market balance. This equilibrium reduces immediate squeeze risks while suggesting potential volatility as traders resolve indecision on BTC price direc
Major platforms ByBit and Binance halted tokenized SpaceX campaigns following a $75B IPO and xStocks asset delivery failure, triggering immediate refunds for millions in user deposits.
Bybit returns full principal to SpaceX IPO subscribers after failing to secure allocations. Users receive extra compensation calculated at 10% annual interest for 4 days to offset opportunity costs during the failed offering.
Exchanges launch tokenized US stock products with asset-backed and synthetic models, driving RWA market value to $19.32B while introducing complex tax withholding and compliance risks for global investors.
Bybit suspends all TON spot pairs on June 16 at 8:00 UTC to facilitate the ticker change to GRAM. Users must close positions before the deadline while awaiting undisclosed conversion ratios for automatic balance migration.
Aggregate BTC perpetual futures data shows a 49.84% long split across Binance, OKX, and Bybit. This equilibrium signals a lack of directional conviction, suggesting price action will remain range-bound until a fundamental catalyst emerges.
Centralized exchanges deploy stock derivatives to offset an 80% volume decline, signaling a strategic shift away from altcoin reliance toward traditional asset integration for sustainable revenue.
Bitcoin perpetual futures display a 50.15% long ratio across major exchanges, indicating market indecision. Divergent stances on Binance versus OKX and Bybit suggest split sentiment between retail optimism and institutional caution.
Bybit launches tokenized SpaceX share subscriptions via xStocks, targeting a $1.8T valuation and $75B raise. Trading begins June 12 with 1:1 equity backing, excluding US, Canada, Australia, and UK markets due to regulatory constraints.
Bybit deploys IPO Express to enable global retail access to the SpaceX $75B listing via tokenized shares, challenging traditional Wall Street gatekeepers with DeFi-enabled settlement and extended trading hours.
Bybit enables VIP tier users to access tokenized SpaceX exposure via USDC from June 6 to June 11, 2026. This derivative product targets high-net-worth traders seeking pre-IPO equity access without direct ownership rights.
Bitcoin perpetual futures exhibit a marginal 50.2% long skew across top exchanges, with OKX leading at 52.22%. This balanced positioning suggests market indecision rather than a crowded trade, minimizing immediate liquidation risks for leveraged participa
Bitcoin perpetual futures display a 50.06% long ratio indicating market indecision. Slight bearish tilts on Binance, OKX, and Bybit suggest traders await catalysts for potential volatility spikes.
Analysis of 207 listing events shows a structured validation chain where early movers capture price elasticity while late-stage Korean exchanges absorb liquidity at peak valuations with negative 30-day returns.
Bybit lists Western Union's USDPT for trading and transfers, marking the first major exchange support. This integration bridges traditional payments with crypto markets as stablecoin supply nears $320B.
A wallet tied to Arthur Hayes transferred 85,714 HYPE tokens valued at $5.73M to Bybit across three batches, validating his claim of a complete exit and signaling imminent selling pressure.
Bybit leverages 24/7 trading infrastructure to capture 29.35% market share in BABA derivatives during earnings volatility. This strategic pivot toward TradFi assets addresses a 32% decline in crypto exchange volumes while unlocking new liquidity frontiers
XRP trades at $1.24 near critical $1.20 support with RSI at 33.31. Bybit deleveraged $67M while Binance added $20M, creating a divergence that dictates whether the $1.1239 cycle bottom is tested or avoided.
Bitcoin perpetual futures data reveals a consistent short bias across Binance, OKX, and Bybit, with short positions exceeding 51% on all platforms despite an aggregate market neutral reading of 50.06%.
A fresh wallet withdrew 126739 HYPE tokens valued at $9.33M from Bybit, OKX, Kraken, and Gate.io. This multi-exchange consolidation signals reduced sell-side liquidity and suggests a long-term accumulation strategy by a high-net-worth entity.
Bitcoin perpetual contracts show a 50.14% long ratio across major exchanges, revealing a slight bearish bias. This near-even split indicates market indecision and elevated risk for directional bets amid macroeconomic uncertainty.
Bitcoin perpetual futures show a 49.97% long split on major exchanges, signaling indecision. This equilibrium suggests heightened volatility risks as traders await macro catalysts to break the current market stalemate.
Bitcoin perpetual futures maintain a 49.93% long to 50.07% short equilibrium across major venues, though Bybit exhibits a distinct 51.03% short skew. This balanced leverage reduces liquidation cascade risks while keeping funding costs low for sustained po
TBC Georgia partners with Bybit to embed crypto trading in its mobile app, enabling 1-click onboarding for existing customers. This move bridges traditional banking with digital assets, reducing KYC friction while leveraging institutional trust in a regul
Binance recorded a $236M reserve outflow, the largest among major exchanges, while Bybit and Bitget absorbed $735M combined. This divergence signals a strategic capital redistribution rather than systemic market contraction.
A wallet linked to Arthur Hayes moved 85,714 HYPE tokens valued at $5.37M off Bybit. This withdrawal reduces immediate selling pressure and signals confidence in Hyperliquid's long-term ecosystem prospects.
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