Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has officially introduced U.S. stock options trading, expanding its offerings for eligible users. As highlighted in a recent report by The Block, the platform initially provides long call and long put positions, enabling users to engage in directional trading or manage their downside risks effectively.
For participants in this market, the potential losses for buyers will be capped at the premium paid for the options, although it’s important to note that contracts may become worthless if the anticipated price movements do not occur. The exchange’s current focus is on executing single-leg option purchases; however, plans are in place to roll out more complex multi-leg strategies in upcoming updates.
The timing of this launch is significant, as Bitget has noted an unprecedented surge in demand for listed options, culminating in 2025 with the U.S. options market reportedly processing over 15.2 billion contracts and averaging around 60 million contracts traded daily. This data underscores the growing interest and participation in financial derivatives.
Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation and convergence of traditional finance within the crypto space. She remarked, “From tokenised stocks to options, we are putting convergence into action,” asserting that these advancements are the trajectory that the cryptocurrency sector should have pursued from its inception.
