Bybit to Exit Japan: Crypto Giant Halts Services, Imposes Account Curbs From 2026
Key Takeaways:Bybit Moves to Comply with Japan’s Strict Crypto RulesKYC Deadline Set for January 22, 2026What Users Need to DoJapan’s Regulatory Pressure Continues to IntensifyWhy Japan Is a High-Risk Market for Global ExchangesBybit’s Global Compliance Strategy Is ShiftingMarket Fallout for Japan-Based Crypto Traders
Bybit is said to be one of the biggest crypto exchanges in the world by trading volume, and it handles billions of dollars of transactions every day. Restricted access in Japan narrows the choice of local traders particularly those who want derivatives and sophisticated trading instruments. The relocation also reflects a bigger trend: global crypto platforms are becoming more regionally fragmented in their service provision. Depending on the location of residence, users will be exposed to various products, leverage limits, and access. Read More: Japan Reclassifies Crypto, Proposes Major Tax Relief for Digital Asset InvestorsAbout Author
