On September 9, 2025, Bitget CEO Gracy Chen unveiled a groundbreaking concept for the cryptocurrency exchange landscape during a letter shared with the community celebrating the platform’s 7th anniversary. Marking a significant shift in trading infrastructure, Chen introduced the idea of a Universal Exchange (UEX), asserting that Bitget aims to be “an exchange that offers all the tradable assets.”
The UEX promises to harmonize the benefits of centralized exchanges (CEXs), decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and traditional financial platforms into a unified trading experience. Unlike CEXs, which prioritize convenience and liquidity, or DEXs that emphasize privacy and self-governance, a Universal Exchange seeks to bridge the gap between the two, providing both ease of use and full control over assets.
“The limited scope of asset listings on centralized exchanges or the complex, fragmented experience of decentralized ones… neither provides a truly complete solution,” Chen noted, reinforcing the rationale behind this ambitious integration.
One key challenge in the cryptocurrency space has been the “impossible triangle,” which posits that a trading platform cannot simultaneously offer an excellent user experience, a wide variety of assets, and robust security. The UEX concept aims to transcend these limitations by synergizing the advantages of both types of exchanges. Bitget envisions a marketplace inclusive of all tradable financial assets, encompassing ETFs, gold, tokenized real-world assets, US stocks, and S&P 500 ETFs.
Bitget is also at the forefront of utilizing artificial intelligence tools to enhance trade analysis and execution, striving for a seamless trading experience. With a robust protection fund amounting to over $700 million backing its security infrastructure, the UEX is set to provide a superior safety net for its users.
In a comparative analysis, the distinctions are clear:
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Custody of Assets: CEXs are custodial, meaning they hold assets on behalf of users; DEXs are non-custodial, allowing users to maintain control; UEX offers a blend of both.
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User Experience (UX): CEXs feature intuitive interfaces and customer support, while DEXs are often less user-friendly. UEX promises a high-quality UX that simplifies navigation across both layers.
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Security: While CEXs can be vulnerable to hacks owing to their centralized nature, DEXs usually offer high security through decentralization. UEX aims for a balanced approach, combining user choice with AI-enhanced threat detection.
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Access to Tokens: CEXs typically limit the asset variety to vetted tokens, while DEXs provide broad access to newly launched tokens. UEX combines the best of both worlds, giving users a rich selection of tokens.
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Advanced Trading Features: Both CEXs and UEX support complex trading operations, while DEXs tend to focus on basic functionalities.
The unveiling of Bitget’s UEX model is a leap toward unlocking diverse investment opportunities. From cryptocurrencies to traditional assets, users will find extensive options previously restricted by geographical barriers or platform limitations. Recently, the exchange has expanded its offerings to include stock futures, enabling users to trade tokenized traditional assets such as TSLA, NVDA, and AAPL. Partnerships with firms like xStocks and Ondo have further broadened market access, extending the range of tokenized stocks, ETFs, and real-world assets like commodities.
A notable aspect of the UEX is its reliance on AI-driven tools for an optimized trading experience. Bitget’s proprietary AI platform, GetAgent, launched earlier this year, utilizes real-time market data to deliver actionable insights and facilitate trade execution. Users can interact with GetAgent via a chat interface on the mobile app, making it accessible for beginner traders while also providing comprehensive tools for more advanced users.
To further enhance trading efficiency, Bitget employs customizable trading bots that monitor the market 24/7, executing trades based on predefined strategies aligned with users’ objectives.
Security remains a cornerstone of Bitget’s operations, where a $700 million fund protects assets against potential cyber threats. By integrating the security strengths of both centralized and decentralized systems—such as multi-factor authentication and SSL encryption—Bitget fortifies its platform against vulnerabilities.
Having obtained operational licenses in multiple jurisdictions, including Italy, Poland, and El Salvador in 2025, Bitget ensures global access to its decentralized features while investing heavily in community engagement and multilingual support.
The transformational shift to a full-stack centralized DeFi ecosystem allows Bitget to provide unparalleled access to a wide array of digital assets across numerous blockchains. In previous years, the exchange’s Launchpool program achieved significant returns, underscoring its effectiveness and the viability of its investment opportunities.
As Bitget evolves into this comprehensive platform for financial assets—ranging from stocks to forex—it is set to leverage AI capabilities for advanced market analysis, facilitating a secure and user-friendly environment for trading. With a forward-looking vision, Bitget aims to innovate continually, setting new standards in security and accessibility for its ever-growing base of over 120 million global users.
