Product Launch and Asset Coverage: An Industry First
Bitget, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has officially launched U.S. stock options trading, making it the first mainstream crypto platform to offer this derivative product. The initial offering includes over 540 popular underlying assets, covering the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones 30 indices, and their related ETFs. The exchange plans to gradually expand coverage to all stocks and ETFs, significantly broadening the investment horizon for its user base.
Unlike traditional brokerage firms, Bitget leverages its existing infrastructure to enable seamless options trading without requiring users to open separate securities accounts. The zero-commission policy eliminates trading fees, reducing cost barriers for retail investors and potentially driving adoption among crypto-native users seeking exposure to traditional financial markets.
Trading Rules and Core Advantages: Transparency and Convenience
The options trading on Bitget operates with a T+1 settlement cycle, matching standard U.S. equity settlement conventions. Trading hours are from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time, aligned with regular U.S. stock market hours. The system supports cash-only transactions (no margin buying), with a 100% margin requirement for both long call and long put positions, ensuring risk management discipline.
To enhance user experience, Bitget integrates a profit/loss estimation tool for order placement, along with order modification, cancellation, and historical record query functions. All operations are accessible via the Bitget App (version 2.87.0 or later) and web interface. The zero-commission structure applies to all options trades without hidden fees—a first among major cryptocurrency exchanges. This approach aims to provide users with transparent asset allocation and real-time risk control.
Promotional Campaign and User Onboarding: Reward for First Trade
To promote adoption, Bitget has launched a limited-time incentive campaign. Users who register and complete their first U.S. stock options trade during the campaign period will receive NVDA (Nvidia) stock worth $15. The reward leverages Nvidia's market prominence to attract new participants. Users need to update the Bitget App to version 2.87.0 or use the web platform. Bitget states it will continue to refine the product based on market feedback and plans to introduce more underlying assets and trading tools in the future.