Bitget Bridges TradFi and DeFi with 24/7 Leveraged Trading

Bitget, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has expanded its derivatives offerings with the launch of U-based YB pre-contracts and CLO perpetual contracts, alongside 25 U.S. stock–based perpetual contracts featuring up to 25x leverage. The platform aims to bridge traditional finance and decentralized markets, providing traders with enhanced flexibility and exposure to major equities and crypto assets.

The U-based YB pre-contracts, introduced earlier this month, allow users to trade with leverage ranging from 1x to 25x through the Bitget platform. This follows the launch of 25 U.S. stock perpetual contracts, which offer traders 24/7 access to leveraged positions on blue-chip companies like Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, Coinbase, and Alibaba. These derivatives, settled in USDT, eliminate fiat onboarding hurdles and enable both long and short positions without expiration dates, a stark contrast to traditional stock markets' limited trading hours. With fees capped at 0.06%, Bitget positions itself as a cost-effective alternative for traders seeking amplified exposure to equities.

The move underscores Bitget's broader strategy to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs) and integrate traditional financial instruments into the crypto ecosystem. By offering perpetual contracts on major U.S. stocks, the platform is fostering a hybrid financial model that appeals to both crypto-native users and traditional investors. "This is a game-changer for traders who want to hedge or speculate on equities without relying on legacy brokers," said one analyst, noting the 25x leverage could significantly amplify returns—or losses.

Bitget's expansion into leveraged equity trading aligns with growing industry trends toward RWA tokenization, a market expected to tokenize billions of dollars in traditional assets by 2025. The perpetual contracts, which operate 24/5, provide a nonstop trading environment, contrasting sharply with the 9-to-5 constraints of Wall Street. This flexibility is particularly attractive to crypto traders accustomed to round-the-clock market activity.

However, the high leverage introduces heightened risks. While 25x leverage allows traders to control larger positions with minimal collateral, it also magnifies potential losses. Traditional brokers typically restrict such leverage to institutional clients, making Bitget's approach a bold departure from conventional risk management practices. The platform has emphasized the importance of risk awareness, urging users to exercise caution when trading leveraged products.

Bitget's innovations come amid a competitive landscape where exchanges are increasingly blending DeFi and TradFi elements. The platform's recent focus on RWAs includes tokenized indices and equity-linked derivatives, reinforcing its position as a leader in hybrid asset trading. By offering familiar financial instruments in a crypto-native format, Bitget is attracting both seasoned traders and newcomers seeking diversified portfolio strategies.