Bitget launches Stock service for real US shares

Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has launched a new service called Stock, enabling qualified users to purchase real shares in U.S.-listed companies directly using digital assets. The feature, announced on Monday, June 22, 2026, allows traders to convert cryptocurrencies into the USDC stablecoin to buy and own underlying securities, including eligibility for cash dividends and stock split adjustments.

The product represents a significant expansion of Bitget's "Stocks 2.0" initiative, which aims to integrate traditional financial markets with digital asset trading. Unlike synthetic products or derivatives, Stock provides direct ownership of shares through regulated U.S. brokerage partners. Orders are routed through RQD Clearing and Atomic Vaults Securities to major exchanges like Nasdaq and the NYSE. Trading is available during U.S. pre-market, regular, and after-hours sessions.

Bitget CEO Gracy Chen emphasized the importance of genuine ownership in bridging financial markets. The platform also supports inbound transfers of existing U.S. stock holdings from participating brokers, allowing users to consolidate equity portfolios with their digital assets. However, the ability to...