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Real Vision: Finance & Investing

Fireside Chat with Bybit’s Ben Zhou (Breakpoint 2024)

Sep 30, 2024
Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit, and Lily Liu, president of the Solana Foundation, share insights from Breakpoint 2024. They discuss Bybit's founding story and its unique position in the crypto landscape. The duo delves into the collaboration between centralized and decentralized finance, touching on Bybit's innovative Web3 wallet and security measures. They also explore cryptocurrency adoption trends in Argentina and Southeast Asia, revealing diverse trading behaviors and the potential future of FX markets on the blockchain.
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  • Bybit has evolved from a derivatives trading focus to a comprehensive ecosystem, enhancing crypto services and user access through partnerships and new products.
  • The discussion highlights varied cryptocurrency usage across regions, with Argentina relying on crypto as a currency alternative and Southeast Asia engaging in trading and speculation.

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The Evolution of Bybit and Its Unique Position

Bybit was established in 2018 by a founder with a background in retail forex exchange, transitioning into the cryptocurrency space due to the burgeoning interest in ICOs. Initially focused on derivatives trading, Bybit aimed to provide a more sophisticated trading platform amidst a landscape dominated by simpler exchanges. Over time, Bybit has evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem, launching various products such as fiat on-ramps and partnerships with major players like Circle to enhance its service offerings. The company emphasizes its role as an infrastructure provider rather than just another centralized exchange, focusing on supporting the broader crypto ecosystem, particularly Solana.

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