Bybit Launches 10x Spot Margin Trading in Europe

Bybit Rolls Out Margin Trading Across Europe

Bybit, the world‘s second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has officially launched spot margin trading for European users, offering traders access to up to 10x leverage. The new service is being introduced under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, which came into effect in 2024.

Operating through Bybit EU, its Austria-based subsidiary, the product enables customers to borrow funds against existing crypto holdings and use them as collateral to expand their trading capacity. With leverage, a $100 balance could be scaled into a $1,000 trade — heightening both returns and potential risks.

MiCA Brings First Wave of High-Leverage Crypto Products

The move marks one of the first high-leverage trading services launched in Europe under the MiCA regime, which established a unified regulatory structure for digital assets, covering licensing, risk disclosure, and consumer protection.

While leading exchanges worldwide already provide leverage to retail traders, European regulators have traditionally capped leverage at conservative levels in products like CFDs and forex. Bybits 10x limit represents an unprecedented scale for the European crypto market, signaling fresh growth opportunities under clearer oversight.

Austrian fintech Bitpanda recently announced a similar 10x margin product, suggesting that more licensed players may soon test the bounds of Europes evolving rulebook.

Safeguards, Transparency, and Risk Management

To mitigate concerns around leveraged trading, Bybit EU said the platform includes built-in liquidation controls, real-time monitoring of collateral ratios, and updated margin requirement tracking across supported assets.

“Spot Margin Trading is a powerful tool — but only when paired with transparency, risk education, and user control,” said Mazurka Zeng, CEO of Bybit EU, in a statement.

The exchange emphasized its focus on crypto risk management, in line with MiCAs overarching goal of reducing systemic risks while preserving innovation.

Industry Context: Balancing Growth and Risk

Margin trading has long been a global regulatory flashpoint. Critics argue that inexperienced investors often underestimate the risks of leverage, leading to rapid losses. Bybits move in Europe indicates confidence that MiCA regulation and crypto clarity make it possible to introduce higher-risk products responsibly.

This expansion also highlights Bybits pivot from operating primarily in Asia and the Middle East toward seeking credibility in regulated markets like the EU.

About Bybit

Founded in 2018, Bybit has grown into the worlds second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving millions of traders across more than 100 countries. Known for its advanced trading tools, security infrastructure, and pilot programs in regulated markets, Bybit continues to expand its footprint under evolving global compliance frameworks.

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