Coinbase in Talks for Investment Cooperation with Bybit

Strategic Expansion into U.S. Compliant Market

Coinbase, the largest crypto exchange in the United States, is reportedly negotiating an investment cooperation agreement with Bybit, the world’s second-largest offshore trading platform. The deal aims to help Bybit enter the U.S. compliant market, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

Industry Implications

Bybit’s valuation is expected to be similar to OKX’s $25 billion valuation following ICE’s investment in that platform. Coinbase, which acquired Deribit for $2.9 billion last year, could leverage this partnership to expand its footprint in derivatives and international markets.

Industry observers suggest the collaboration may promote higher standards and reduce regulatory arbitrage, strengthening compliance for offshore exchanges seeking U.S. market access.

Bybit declined to comment on the ongoing negotiations.

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