Crypto exchange Bybit and fintech firm Circle announced a strategic partnership on December 8. The companies aim to scale USDC access across the platform’s global ecosystem. The primary goal is to inject more liquidity into the market and reaffirm the exchange’s status as a fully regulated venue.
Bybit will deepen liquidity for USDC pairs in both spot and derivatives markets. This will create a more efficient environment for all traders, from retail users to institutions. The duo is also preparing a series of joint promotions to drive stablecoin adoption across the exchange’s product suite.
The partners are prioritizing fiat gateways. Circle’s infrastructure combined with Bybit’s partner network will streamline deposits and withdrawals. Users in key markets will experience faster speeds and transparency when converting local currencies into digital assets.
Product Integration and Compliance Strategy
The exchange will integrate USDC into its flagship products: the savings service Bybit Earn, transactions via Bybit Pay, and cashback rewards on the Bybit Card.
Bybit also joined the first wave of 100 companies participating in the public test of the Arc network in October 2025. Circle developed this Layer 1 blockchain specifically for stablecoin-based finance.
The new partnership reinforces the exchange’s strategy to align with global regulations. Previously, the platform secured a full license from the UAE regulator and expanded its regulatory footprint in the European Economic Area and Turkey.
“This collaboration is a major step toward building a fully compliant ecosystem. USDC integration will support the next phase of the platform’s growth and stability,” stated Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit.
Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, said working with Bybit will simplify user access to the digital dollar with the necessary trust and reliability.
According to the press release, the companies plan to open new cross-chain liquidity channels and build institutional-grade financial solutions.
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