Bybit TradFi is bringing traditional markets to the Bybit App, with advanced tools and competitive fees. This guide shows you how to get started, what assets are available and how to trade — no third-party apps required.

 (formerly Bybit Gold & FX) now enables users to trade traditional financial assets, including gold, forex, commodities and stock CFDs, directly from the 

Whether you're looking to diversify beyond crypto or explore leveraged positions in traditional markets, Bybit TradFi brings it all together in one place, with advanced tools and competitive fees. This guide shows you how to get started, what assets are available and how to trade — no third-party apps required.

 is the newly rebranded version of Bybit Gold & FX. It offers crypto users seamless access to traditional financial markets. Built with the same user-first ethos that shaped its crypto offerings, Bybit TradFi bridges the gap between digital assets and real-world finance.

Bybit TradFi traders can access over 100 global markets, including forex pairs, commodities, indices and 78 stock CFDs, all using USDT as collateral. This lets crypto-native traders diversify their portfolios without converting funds into fiat or using third-party tools.

, offering advanced charting, algorithmic trading via 

 (EAs) and deep liquidity. Whether you’re trading manually or using automated strategies, the platform delivers a flexible, pro-grade experience.

In May 2025, Bybit expanded its TradFi platform by 

. This update introduced 78 major US stock 

The offering allows traders to speculate on stock price movements without owning the underlying shares. With up to 5x leverage, and the ability to use USDT as collateral, it’s designed to meet the needs of crypto-native users looking to diversify into traditional markets.

Bybit TradFi brings global markets to the Bybit App

On Jun 13, Bybit TradFi announced a major update — users can now trade global assets (forex, gold, stocks, commodities and indices CFDs) directly on the 

. Previously, Bybit TradFi users are required to install the MetaTrader 5 (MT5) app to trade traditional markets. Now, traders can access TradFi trading contracts alongside Spot crypto pairs, Perpetual futures trading pairs, crypto options and more — all on the powerful and feature-rich Bybit App (update the app to 

Bybit’s TradFi interface makes accessing forex markets simple and intuitive. With USDT as margin, you can open positions on popular currency pairs such as NZDUSD+ directly from the Bybit App.

Bybit TradFi brings everything together: crypto, forex, gold, oil, indices and stocks CFDs, all in one powerful platform. With USDT as margin, you can seamlessly transition between asset classes without needing to switch apps or accounts. The experience is fast, intuitive and built for crypto natives who want to use institutional-grade tools and leverage to explore traditional markets.

Whether you're trading AAPL, XAUUSD+ or EURUSD, the Bybit App offers simplicity, speed and flexibility — all from the palm of your hand.

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USDC is now live on the XRP Ledger, expanding its native support to 22 blockchains.

Daily top performer — Solv Protocol (SOLV)

The S&P 500 rose 0.38% and is on track for weekly gains, as cooling inflation boosts Fed rate cut hopes, despite new tariff concerns. Gold surged above $3,425 amid rising Middle East tensions and growing expectations of Fed rate cuts, as investors seek safe-haven assets. The Coindesk Indices, which tracks the broader crypto market, fell 7.20%, with Bitcoin and Ether down 1.79% and 6.13%, respectively in the past 24 hours. Trade these markets and more with up to 500x leverage on Bybit MT5 using this 

Today’s top performer is SOLV, up 5.9% after SolvBTC unlocks DeFi liquidity with new USD1 lending market on Lista DAO.

Solv Protocol (SOLV), founded in October 2020, is an on-chain Bitcoin reserve that lets BTC holders earn yield by swapping BTC or WBTC for SolvBTC, which can be used in DeFi or staked via liquid staking tokens across chains. With $2.7B TVL, it bridges Bitcoin and DeFi for over 590K users. 

, enabling SolvBTC holders to use their tokens as collateral to borrow USD1, a stablecoin on BNB Chain. This unlocks new liquidity and utility for SolvBTC without requiring users to sell their BTC, enhancing DeFi opportunities for both Solv and Lista communities.

Check out the latest prices, charts, and data of 

, expanding its native support to 22 blockchains. Circle highlights its use for enterprise B2B payments, DeFi liquidity, and financial infrastructure apps, offering faster, more transparent settlement options.

Yesterday, BTC spot ETFs saw total net outflows of $202 million, with GBTC posting a small inflow of $5.9 million while non-GBTC ETFs recorded $207.9 million in outflows.

TAC, a Layer-1 TON Adapter enabling EVM dApps on Telegram, is 

 its Genesis Soulbound NFT collection on June 17–18. The 10,000-supply mint is priced at 30 TON and is non-transferable. Eligible EVM contributors can check and whitelist their wallets for potential perks, possibly including a future airdrop.

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In this article, we’ll explore how you can participate in the TON DeFi ecosystem and earn with Ethena.

The idea of earning passive income with crypto is always popular — and for a good reason. With Ethena now live on the TON blockchain, users can tap into a new world of yield opportunities. From staking to liquidity provision, Ethena's integration with TON creates multiple ways to grow your digital dollars. In this article, we’ll show you how to participate in the TON DeFi ecosystem and start earning with Ethena.

How to participate in the TON DeFi ecosystem

Before you begin earning rewards with Ethena, let’s first look at how you can participate in the TON DeFi ecosystem.

To begin, you’ll need a TON-compatible wallet that supports USDe and tsUSDe. Popular options include:

There are three ways to get USDe into your TON wallet:

Make sure you withdraw USDe to a TON wallet address that you control, and keep some TON in your wallet to cover transaction fees.

Once you have USDe, you can stake it to receive tsUSDe, the yield-bearing version of USDe on TON. Here’s how to do it in each wallet:

: Open the Wallet bot on Telegram, and tap on 

: Search for the MyTonWallet App bot on Telegram and launch the mini app.

: Launch the Tonhub app on your mobile device.

, and scan the QR code with your Tonkeeper wallet.

: Upon successful connection of your wallet, click on 

: Input the amount of USDe you would like to stake for tsUSDe. 

: The tsUSDe you receive from staking will automatically show up in your Tonkeeper wallet without any additional interactions.

How to earn with Ethena in the TON DeFi ecosystem 

Now that you’ve obtained USDe or tsUSDe, follow our guide below to find out how you can earn with either of these tokens in the TON DeFi ecosystem.

The simplest way to earn is by holding tsUSDe in major TON wallets. The Ethena protocol distributes dollar-based rewards to tsUSDe holders every eight hours, with a current APY of around 8%.

But that’s not all. You can also earn up to an extra 10% in Toncoin (TON) if you follow in-wallet instructions for boosted rewards, bringing your total potential yield to 15–20% APY.

: Stake USDe for tsUSDe in your wallet via 

: Follow any additional steps for boosted APY within the wallets.

You can also earn rewards using USDT by staking it into an Ethena-powered vault within the Telegram Wallet.

: Locate the Wallet feature on Telegram, either by typing @Wallet in the search bar or by tapping on the 

: Stake your USDT into the Ethena-powered vault and earn rewards regularly.

Alternatively, you can pair USDe or tsUSDe with USDT on major 

 (DEXs), such as STON.fi and DeDust, in order to earn swap fees, Ethena rewards and potential TON rewards.

: Add equal values of both tokens (USDe/tsUSDe and USDT) to minimize 

Ethena’s integration with TON is a powerful combo for anyone looking to earn steady yield in crypto. Whether you’re holding tsUSDe, staking USDT or contributing to DEX liquidity, there’s a strategy for every type of user. Start today and let your crypto dollars work for you!

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How to earn with Ethena in the TON DeFi ecosystem

Ethena has launched on TON and introduced tsUSDe, a reward-bearing, TON-native version of sUSDe, in order to bring passive earning opportunities to Telegram’s massive user base.

As Telegram’s ecosystem rapidly grows, so too does the opportunity to bring 

 (DeFi) to a wider global audience. The recent launch of Ethena on TON is a prime example, unlocking new ways for users to earn dollar-based yields while seamlessly tapping into Telegram’s enormous user base. In this article, we’ll learn about Ethena and TON, explore how they work together and show you how to earn with tsUSDe across the TON DeFi ecosystem.

Ethena is a synthetic dollar protocol that offers a crypto-native alternative to traditional stablecoins through its USDe and sUSDe assets.

Ethena enables users to hold and earn with USDe, a stable asset backed by a delta-neutral hedging mechanism, and sUSDe, which adds a yield-bearing layer. Now, with its integration into the TON blockchain, Ethena is expanding its reach beyond Ethereum to tap into Telegram’s billion-strong community.

 blockchain initially developed by Telegram and now maintained by the TON Foundation.

. Its native token, Toncoin (TON), powers transactions and staking. Thanks to its close integration with Telegram, TON is positioned as one of the most user-accessible blockchains today.

What sets TON apart is its direct access to Telegram’s user base. Since early 2025, Telegram has officially designated TON as its exclusive blockchain partner, solidifying a collaboration that began in 2023 with the rollout of TON-based mini apps.

Telegram’s distribution power, with over 1 billion monthly active users, gives any project built on TON instant visibility and scale. This makes the network a unique gateway to onboard Web 2.0 users into web3, especially in regions with high Telegram adoption.

Ethena’s integration with TON is more than just a technical milestone — it’s a strategic move to democratize access to DeFi and dollar-denominated yields. By launching on TON, Ethena makes it possible for users to interact with USDe natively within the Telegram ecosystem without needing to bridge across blockchains.

Users on Bybit can also withdraw USDe directly into any TON-compatible wallet, making it even easier to participate.

As part of the launch, Ethena introduced a new token: tsUSDe (TON-staked USDe). This is a TON-native version of sUSDe, meaning it carries the same reward-bearing mechanism, but is minted on the TON blockchain.

To obtain tsUSDe, users can simply stake USDe via Ethena’s staking interface with their selected TON networks. This unlocks earning opportunities directly within TON, without needing to interact with Ethereum or other chains.

The benefits of tsUSDe include the following:

How Ethena is powering the TON DeFi ecosystem

Ethena’s entry into TON marks one of the most important integrations in the network’s DeFi growth to date. As tsUSDe spreads across the ecosystem, users can already interact with it across a range of platforms — from wallets to lending apps. 

These integrations create a web of earning opportunities from staking and liquidity provision to lending and borrowing, all accessible through Telegram’s familiar interface.

The launch of Ethena on TON is more than just another chain expansion; it’s a step toward bringing stable DeFi opportunities to the masses, especially through the convenience of Telegram. With tsUSDe, users can now earn passively while exploring the TON ecosystem’s fast-growing 

If you're looking to diversify your earning strategies, or simply want an easier way to access DeFi, this integration is worth checking out. As more platforms begin to support tsUSDe, Ethena is well-positioned to become a core building block in the TON DeFi landscape.

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Part 1: The Basics of Earning Crypto Interest

Cryptocurrency markets are well-known for their inherent volatility. While this poses nontrivial risks, it also opens up unique opportunities to earn yields and returns that the traditional stock market investor may not even dream of.

These substantial yield opportunities have grown larger and more accessible with the development of the 

 (DeFi) industry. The real game changer has come about with the boom of crypto 

(DEXs), both striving to give customers a diversity of financial products.

In this article, we’ll show you how to earn interest on crypto and, more importantly, how to choose investment opportunities that will optimize your yields.

Jargon to Know to Help You Earn Interest on Crypto

Before diving into the best opportunities to earn interest on crypto, let’s cover some of the most important terms used in the crypto finance industry.

 (APY) is yearly interest that accrues to your investment, taking into account the effect of compounding.

 is the measure of a crypto’s market value, which is derived by multiplying its current market price by its circulating supply.

 (TVL) refers to the total market value of all the crypto funds currently locked in a DeFi platform’s 

 refers to a substantial and usually prolonged market decline. Bear markets are characterized by the dominance of selling rather than buying among market players.

 is a decentralized digital network that stores transactions in chains of blocks. Transactional activity on a blockchain is controlled collectively by all of the network’s participants/users. Most of the activity on a blockchain network — exchange of funds between users, confirmation of transactions, and business operations — involves the use of crypto coins.

 (PoS) is a consensus mechanism used on some blockchain networks for validating block transactions. In PoS blockchains, network users lock a certain amount of their crypto assets on the platform for the right to validate transactions and receive staking rewards.

 refers to locking crypto funds, both on centralized and decentralized platforms, in order to generate income.

 is a process whereby you deposit your crypto assets in a DEX’s 

in order to receive rewards in tokens and fees.

 occurs when the price of a deposited asset in a liquidity pool decreases from the time when you deposited it.

The primary methods through which you can earn interest on crypto are staking and lending. Staking involves locking your funds on a blockchain to help validate transactions, in return for which you earn crypto rewards from the platform. Additionally, some centralized platforms — such as CEXs and 

Staking, however, has moved beyond its original intent and now often refers to a plethora of investment products on CEXs and DEXs, in which funds aren’t specifically used for blockchain validation.

 refers to depositing your funds to lending pools (and sometimes to other types of pools as well) with DeFi lending and borrowing protocols, as well as with centralized crypto lending platforms.

When considering lending and staking crypto, of key interest to investors are the security and investment risks involved.

Staking is often viewed as a safer option than lending. After all, staking is a fundamental process on a blockchain network, and is thus well-protected by the overall blockchain security model. If staking fails on a blockchain, the entire blockchain fails, along with all of its 

 (DApps). Due to this critical importance of staking, its safety is secured against all but the most severe hacks.

DeFi lending also takes place on DApps residing on top of the underlying blockchain, which introduces an additional layer of vulnerability. Furthermore, DeFi lending presents some very specific security risks, such as 

Therefore, staking generally poses comparatively fewer security threats to your funds as compared to lending. 

The risk-vs.-return between staking and lending, however, may not be as clear-cut. In general, established lending protocols such as 

 offer lower interest rates for large-cap, popular cryptocurrencies, as compared to standard staking interest rates. However, some smaller lending platforms might offer extremely high-interest rates, usually for highly volatile, small-cap coins.

As with everything in the world of finance, the higher the rate offered, the more risk the investment carries. The downside risks of investing in very new, “dark horse” cryptos available on some lending platforms might be extremely high. Furthermore, when you use DeFi lending protocols, you’ll also face the potential for impermanent loss, due to the volatility of crypto assets. Nevertheless, protocols usually assist with mitigating the losses by distributing a portion of the trading fees to liquidity providers.

Another important factor in the staking vs. lending comparison is collateralization. On lending and borrowing platforms, borrowers are first required to lend funds to the protocol as collateral for their borrowed amounts. Staking, on the other hand, involves no collateral.

Staking on Exchanges vs. Staking on Blockchains

If you decide to stake your crypto funds, your two main options will be via CEXs, and/or participation on a blockchain platform, which can be done directly by running a validator node or by joining a staking pool.

Running a blockchain validator node lets you earn staking rewards directly. However, the technical setup and minimum investment requirements are often significant. For example, to run a validator node 

 you’ll need to download the entire blockchain, be online at all times to avoid “slashing” penalties and run all the requisite software.

Financial requirements for validator nodes are also far from trivial. 

For instance, Ethereum validators must stake at least 32 ETH (around $89,787 as of Feb 4, 2025).

As an alternative to direct staking, you may join a staking pool such as 

 for ETH staking. These staking pool solutions allow users to stake with significantly lower technical and financial commitments. Many ETH staking pools also offer stakers a 

 that represents the staked ETH and its associated rewards, which can be used for various DeFi purposes. However, unlike direct blockchain staking, participating in a staking pool makes you dependent on that pool’s operator.

Instead of staking on a blockchain, whether individually or via a pool, you might consider staking via a CEX. For many crypto investors and users, the CEX route is more affordable, less risky and less technically complicated.

This is largely due to two key factors — the security of your funds, and customer support. Major CEXs are the largest crypto trading platforms in the industry. Their security setups and customer support provide key advantages over blockchains and DApps.

Any potential hacker attacks on a blockchain could lead to potential loss of funds. At the same time, you may use a custodial wallet on a major CEX so that your funds are at lower risk of being hacked. Naturally, CEXs aren’t immune to hacker attacks. However, the larger ones feature cybersecurity as a critical part of their business model. Following the insolvency of one of the world’s leading exchanges, 

, many major CEXs such as Bybit also include 

 (PoR) to make their holdings entirely transparent to the public. Thus, custodial wallets on these CEXs are relatively more secure as compared to noncustodial blockchain wallets.

Staking on a CEX may also help you access investment products with more stable and predictable rates and terms. For novice investors, it could also be a less complicated way to enter the world of crypto staking.

Additionally, staking on CEXs allows you to use coins that are normally not “stakeable” via a blockchain platform. Blockchain staking only works with cryptocurrencies based on PoS networks. For instance, the world’s largest crypto, 

 (BTC), isn’t based on a PoS network, so it can’t be staked on a blockchain.

Best Crypto Staking Coins for Highest Interest

The volatility of the crypto market means that there’s dynamic change when it comes to the best coins for earning interest. Regardless, the best interest rates in the staking game are normally available via CEX staking. Since CEXs offer a wide array of coins and products, there are often great deals available.

CEXs also offer staking for popular stablecoins — such as USDT, USDC, DAI and more — that can’t normally be staked on a blockchain. In addition, some of these coins have great rates on offer. 

For example, Bybit’s current interest rate for USDT staking is 555%, one of the highest rates in general for staking.

The table below shows the top five coins available for staking on Bybit.

Coins are listed in descending order by interest rates. Interest rate and market cap data are valid as of  Feb 4, 2025. (Data source — Bybit.com; Market cap data source — Coingecko.com)

Given the volatility of the crypto industry, the key to earning the best crypto interest rates is to keep an eye on the market and source the best deals as they arise. 

One way to deal with the inherent volatility of crypto markets is to invest using stablecoins. The leading stablecoins — USDT, USDC and DAI — are readily available for staking on exchanges, though not directly on a blockchain.

Some crypto investors, in chasing the best possible rates, move their funds in and out of centralized and decentralized staking and lending opportunities. However, this strategy might backfire, especially with smaller investment amounts, due to the fees involved in withdrawing and depositing your funds on some platforms.

Thus, to earn a higher interest rate in the long term, it’s best to choose a trusted platform in which to stake and hold your crypto, instead of moving your assets around.

Another important consideration for maximizing your returns is the type of interest rate applicable to a staking or lending product. Some of these pay interest based on APY, while others use the APR calculation method.

The key difference is that APR is a simple interest rate calculation that doesn’t take compounding into account. On the other hand, APY is based on compounding interest. All other things being equal, an 

 with the exact same numeric interest rate.

Interest rates on crypto investments do change over time. These changes can be abrupt, and quite substantial. This is particularly true for DeFi lending investments on platforms like Compound, which has algorithmic interest rates that can change within a single day. On the other hand, staking interest rates are comparatively less volatile.

Are You Eligible to Earn Crypto Interest? 

Before making your first investment, check your eligibility, as requirements may vary from platform to platform. As the first, obvious requirement, you need to have some actual cryptocurrency funds on hand.

On most established centralized platforms, you also need to satisfy 

 (KYC) and residency requirements. The residency requirement is particularly relevant for Americans, as some CEXs outside of the U.S. don’t provide service to U.S. residents.

 (DYOR) so that you understand the risks and technicalities involved in crypto staking and lending.

Part 2: How to Start Earning Crypto Interest on Bybit

Bybit is one of the leading crypto trading and investment platforms in the world, offering a wide range of interest-bearing products. To start investing with Bybit, you’ll first need to 

. You can register your new account with Bybit via email and mobile.

Bybit offers you three primary ways to buy crypto on its platform easily. The most straightforward way is the 

 option, which provides a way to purchase cryptocurrency within seconds, and allows you to pay for cryptocurrency using a range of supported fiat currencies. Accepted payment methods for One-Click Buy include bank card payments and third-party payment channels. The latter option includes a range of third-party providers, such as Mercuryo, MoonPay and others.

Alternatively, you can buy crypto using the 

 option, which lets you set up a regular investment plan based on the popular 

 (DCA) strategy. When setting up your Auto-Invest options, you can choose the fiat currency used for the payment, the cryptocurrency of your choice, the total purchase amount and the frequency of regular DCA allocations 

 daily, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. A great benefit of Auto-Invest is the ability to start your Bybit journey with a defined, conservative and highly popular trading strategy.

 option to buy your crypto at zero fees. Bybit’s P2P Trading platform allows two users to enter a transaction to buy or sell crypto and supports over 60 payment currencies. Transactions are between two users, with Bybit simply acting as the mediator during the P2P order execution.

Besides the abovementioned methods for buying crypto, you can also directly deposit crypto funds into your Bybit account from a variety of centralized and decentralized sources — for instance, accounts on other exchanges, 

 page on your Bybit account’s homepage. From there, choose the

section. The available cryptocurrencies will be shown in this section. Click on

next to the crypto you’d like to transfer to Bybit. Note that you’ll need to specify the asset being deposited and the decentralized network — for example, Bitcoin (BTC), 

 (TRX) — from which the funds are being sent. 

, you’ll see Bybit’s deposit address for the chosen crypto. Simply use this as the destination wallet address in your wallet or account on another exchange.

Part 3: 7 Ways to Earn Interest on Crypto With Bybit

There are seven key ways to earn interest or income on your crypto with Bybit. Let’s take a closer look at each one.

1. Earn Interest on Crypto with Staking (Bybit Savings)

 product that lets you earn competitive APRs over either fixed or flexible investment periods in a range of popular cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH and USDT. For flexible-term investments, the hourly interest accrued is distributed to you once a day at 12:30 AM UTC. You can unstake your funds at any time, making this a very flexible option for investors. APRs are determined by the type of coin used and the existing market conditions.

For fixed-term investments, APRs are determined on the day you start staking, and depend upon the type of coin and the chosen investment tenure. Bybit doesn’t charge any management fees for this product.

Bybit Savings users with a VIP1 or higher membership designation are also frequently offered special deals for these investments, such as high APRs on popular 

 pairs and region-specific campaign offers.

Staking crypto via Bybit Savings is suitable for those who would like to have guaranteed yields from popular coins, and — in the case of the flexible-term alternative — would like to retain the ability to get their funds back quickly. This is an excellent product for various types of investors, particularly beginners who are seeking guaranteed returns, and those who prefer secure, passive forms of deriving crypto income.

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