Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has expanded its Stock+ ecosystem with the launch of US stock options, giving eligible users direct access to options trading on leading US-listed companies.
With the addition, Bitget has become the only major crypto exchange offering US stock options alongside cryptocurrencies and CFD markets covering gold, foreign exchange, commodities and major indices.
The initial release supports long call and long put positions. Long calls allow traders to speculate on rising share prices, while long puts can be used to benefit from declining prices or hedge existing positions.
As with standard options trading, buyers risk only the premium paid, although contracts can expire worthless if the expected market move does not occur.
Stock+ ecosystem
The launch further broadens Bitget's stock-related products following its expansion into tokenized equities, pre-IPO investments and direct access to US stocks through Stock+.
By introducing listed options, the exchange is adding another widely used traditional market instrument that gives traders additional ways to navigate earnings seasons, manage portfolio risk and express market views.
Stock+ is designed to deliver a brokerage-style experience for users seeking exposure to US equities while remaining part of Bitget's wider Universal Exchange strategy, which combines digital assets and traditional financial markets within a single trading environment.
Rising demand for options trading
The rollout comes as interest in listed options continues to grow. The US options market handled more than 15.2 billion contracts during 2025, averaging roughly 60 million contracts each trading day.
The increase reflects broader adoption among both retail and institutional investors using options for speculation, hedging and portfolio management.
"We have consistently moved first to connect stock opportunities with our users," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "From tokenized stocks to now options, we are executing on convergence. Crypto was built to push innovation, and our products are expanding access to stocks, gold, crypto and global markets through a single platform."
Bitget's first release focuses on single-leg option purchases, providing a straightforward starting point for users entering the market. The company said additional functionality, including more advanced multi-leg options strategies, will be introduced as the Stock+ options platform continues to evolve.
To celebrate the launch, eligible users who complete their first US stock options trade can receive $15 worth of NVIDIA stock, subject to campaign terms and regional eligibility.
U.Today Editorial Team
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