Bybit Merges DeFi and CeFi with Zero-Fee Stock Trading Push

Bybit TradFi, the traditional finance division of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has launched a 24/5 stock trading service with a limited-time offer of zero commission on U.S. stocks, effective from September 8, 2025, to October 11, 2025. The promotion covers select stock CFDs and indices, including the CHINA50, HK50, TWINDEX, and individual tickers such as NVIDIA (NVDA), Tesla (TSLA), and Apple (AAPL). This initiative aims to bridge the gap between crypto-native investors and traditional markets, leveraging bullish global market conditions, including the S&P 500’s record high in early September 2025Bybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].

The zero-fee offer applies to over 100 trading pairs across gold, indices, commodities, forex, and stock CFDs, accessible via the Bybit app. Users must complete Identity Verification Level 1 to participate, though no separate registration is required for the promotion. The platform, powered by Infra Capital Limited (Mauritius, Reg. No. 200907), emphasizes robust liquidity and user-friendly infrastructure. Institutional users and market makers are excluded from the promotionBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].

Bybit TradFi’s expansion aligns with its June 2025 launch strategy to lower barriers for Web3 investors seeking diversified portfolios. The service also introduces leverage of up to 500 times on certain assets, integrating traditional financial exposure into Bybit’s crypto-focused ecosystemBybit to Launch Direct Trading of US Stocks Including Apple, Microsoft^[2]. This move reflects growing demand for cross-asset trading capabilities among digital asset users, who now account for a significant portion of Bybit’s 70 million global user baseBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].

The promotion excludes users in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Singapore, and other specified regions, underscoring regulatory constraints in key markets. Bybit’s Terms of Service reserve the right to disqualify accounts engaging in malicious activities, such as wash trading or market manipulationBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1]. Analysts note that the offer coincides with heightened investor interest in equities, driven by macroeconomic optimism and the Federal Reserve’s dovish signalsBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].

Bybit CEO Ben confirmed in May 2025 that the platform would enable direct trading of U.S. stocks by Q2 2025, a timeline that has now been realized with the launch. The service’s integration with the MT5 platform enhances functionality, offering advanced charting tools and automated trading featuresBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1]. This strategic pivot positions Bybit to compete with traditional brokers by catering to a hybrid audience of crypto and equity tradersBybit to Launch Direct Trading of US Stocks Including Apple, Microsoft^[2].

The limited-time offer underscores Bybit’s broader ambition to merge decentralized finance (DeFi) with centralized finance (CeFi). Bybit TradFi’s zero-fee model challenges conventional brokerage structures, particularly as retail investors increasingly seek cost-effective alternatives to traditional trading platforms. However, the exclusion of U.S. users highlights ongoing regulatory hurdles for crypto exchanges seeking to expand into traditional financial marketsBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].

Bybit, founded in 2018, serves over 70 million users globally and has positioned itself as a leader in cross-border digital asset trading. The launch of Bybit TradFi represents a significant step in its mission to create a unified financial ecosystem, though its success in traditional markets will depend on regulatory developments and sustained user adoptionBybit TradFi Waives Fees on Stock CFDs and Indices Until Oct 2025^[1].