Bybit Expands CFD Trading to 24/5 for NVIDIA, MSTR, and Other Stocks
In a significant move that bridges traditional finance with cryptocurrency markets, Bybit has announced the expansion of its CFD trading platform to operate 24 hours a day, five days a week for popular stocks including NVIDIA and MicroStrategy (MSTR). This strategic enhancement eliminates previous limitations tied to U.S. market hours, addressing a critical pain point for global traders who previously struggled to manage positions outside standard trading windows. The expansion represents Bybit's continued commitment to providing sophisticated financial instruments to its user base while capitalizing on the growing intersection between crypto assets and traditional equities. The initial rollout features 20 top stock CFDs, with NVIDIA and MicroStrategy being particularly noteworthy given their strong connections to the cryptocurrency ecosystem. NVIDIA's graphics processing units (GPUs) have been fundamental to cryptocurrency mining operations, while MicroStrategy has established itself as a corporate Bitcoin pioneer with substantial holdings on its balance sheet. By offering extended trading hours for these specific stocks, Bybit effectively creates a more seamless trading experience for crypto-native investors who are accustomed to 24/7 market access in digital asset markets. This development positions Bybit as an increasingly comprehensive financial platform rather than just a cryptocurrency exchange. The 24/5 trading capability demonstrates the exchange's understanding of modern traders' needs for flexibility and accessibility across different time zones. As traditional finance and cryptocurrency continue to converge, Bybit's expansion into extended-hours stock CFD trading represents a strategic move to capture market share from both traditional brokers and crypto exchanges. The timing is particularly relevant given the increasing institutional interest in crypto-related stocks and the growing demand for sophisticated trading instruments among retail investors in the digital asset space.
Bybit Expands CFD Trading to 24/5 for NVIDIA, MSTR, and Other Stocks
Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has significantly upgraded its traditional finance (TradFi) platform. The exchange now offers 24/5 trading for stock CFDs, removing the previous restriction to U.S. market hours. This move caters to global traders who faced challenges managing positions outside standard trading windows.
The initial rollout includes 20 top stock CFDs, featuring tech giants like Nvidia and Meta, alongside crypto-linked equities such as MicroStrategy and Coinbase. Bybit's expanded offering now spans over 100 equities, providing access to a diverse range of U.S. and global assets.
Beyond trading enhancements, Bybit has been active in strategic partnerships. The exchange recently collaborated with Qatar's QNB Group and DMZ Finance to launch QCDT, a tokenized money market fund backed by U.S. Treasuries. Additionally, Mantle's MNT token saw an 8% surge following Bybit's announcement of exclusive benefits for holders.
The broader market is witnessing growing interest in decentralized stock trading as more participants explore blockchain-based alternatives to traditional equity markets.
Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Launches on Bybit with Multi-Chain Support
Bybit has become the latest exchange to list Ripple’s dollar-pegged stablecoin RLUSD, offering spot trading pairs against USDT, Bitcoin (BTC), ethereum (ETH), XRP, and Mantle (MNT). The integration follows BlackRock and VanEck’s adoption of RLUSD for their tokenized funds earlier this week.
Deposits and withdrawals are enabled on both Ethereum and XRP Ledger—the only networks with native RLUSD support. Jurisdictional restrictions may limit pair availability, but the listing significantly expands access to the $741 million market cap stablecoin, currently ranked 94th among cryptocurrencies.
The MOVE positions Bybit alongside Bullish, Uphold, and Bitstamp in supporting what’s emerging as a key liquidity rail for institutional tokenization projects. Market observers note the XRP Ledger integration particularly strengthens cross-border settlement use cases.
