Bybit to pause new user onboarding in Japan to comply with local regulations
Crypto Briefing
Bybit is halting new user sign-ups in Japan starting October 31, 2025, to align with local regulatory requirements.Summary
Crypto exchange Bybit, the world's second-largest, announced it will stop onboarding new users from Japan starting Friday, October 31, 2025, at 12 PM UTC. This pause applies to all new account registrations by Japanese residents and nationals. The decision is being made to allow the exchange to focus resources on reviewing and adapting to the regulatory framework set by Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA). Existing Japanese users are unaffected and can continue using the platform without interruption, though Bybit noted that future measures might be introduced if necessary.
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