Bybit to End Services for Japanese Users Starting in 2026

Published at 2025-12-23 08:15:15

Bybit said it will gradually discontinue services for users in Japan beginning in 2026, building on its earlier decision to stop accepting new Japanese registrations. The exchange gave no exact public timetable in the outline provided, but the step marks a deeper pullback from the market after heightened regulatory scrutiny. This development narrows options for Japanese traders and could push liquidity toward domestic, regulated venues or custodial solutions. For users in Japan, the practical implication is to review account holdings and consider moving assets ahead of any platform deadlines. The decision also underscores a wider trend of international crypto platforms scaling back services in jurisdictions facing tougher oversight.

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