Bitget

Bitget launched in 2018 as a cryptocurrency exchange designed to serve traders looking for derivatives and copy trading tools. The platform quickly grew its user base by offering competitive fees and a focus on institutional-grade security, positioning itself as a serious contender in the crowded digital asset market. Early years saw steady expansion into new regions and the addition of hundreds of tradable tokens.

The company markets itself as a Universal Exchange (UEX), aiming to provide access to crypto, equities, commodities, gold, and forex through a single seamless trading experience. A key differentiator has been its Copy Trading feature, allowing novice traders to automatically replicate the strategies of experienced professionals. In recent years, Bitget has expanded into a multi-asset platform, listing traditional assets alongside digital currencies while maintaining offices across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Despite claiming over 150 million users globally by late 2026, the brand faced a catastrophic security incident in September 2026 that severely impacted its operations. On September 25, 2026, hackers stole an estimated $387.5 million from user wallets and the company's hot wallets. While withdrawals resumed on September 28 following initial pauses, the CEO later stated in October 2026 that significant recovery of stolen assets was not expected. Hackers moved millions into Zcash shielded pools to obscure the trail of funds, complicating recovery efforts. [edit]