Crypto exchange Bybit has secured a major license in Kazakhstan, marking its expansion in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region. With its new regulatory approval, Bybit plans to offer a broad range of services including digital asset trading and crypto loans, while emphasizing Kazakhstan’s growing influence in the global crypto ecosystem.
Bybit Expands in CIS Region With Kazakhstan License for Crypto Services
This article was published more than a year ago. Some information may no longer be current.

Bybit Secures Key License for Kazakhstan Expansion
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced on Friday that it has received a full license from the Astana Financial Service Authority (AFSA) in Kazakhstan. This license allows Bybit to operate as a regulated market institution, marking a significant step in its global expansion efforts and cementing its role in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region.
The announcement details:
Under full authorization from AFSA, Bybit Kazakhstan will offer a comprehensive range of services, including operating a digital asset trading facility, providing custody, dealing in investments as both an agent and principal, and managing investments.
Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit, emphasized the importance of Kazakhstan in the crypto landscape, stating: “Kazakhstan has become a key player in the global crypto ecosystem, and we are thrilled to be expanding our services in such a dynamic market.”
The exchange plans to provide services like spot and derivatives trading, margin trading, and crypto loans, and will launch its website, bybit.kz, in mid-October 2024. Zhou further noted:
With this full license, we are committed to bringing our cutting-edge technology, security, and transparency to crypto traders in Kazakhstan.
This expansion highlights Bybit’s commitment to offering reliable, regulated services in the crypto sector, serving over 50 million users.
What do you think about Bybit’s expansion into Kazakhstan and the CIS region? Let us know in the comments section below.















