• Fortune has named the most influential crypto companies.
• The crypto platform Bybit also made it into the first Fortune Crypto 100 ranking.
• It has bet on AI and tokenization, and also serves 80 million users.

The cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has made it into the first Fortune Crypto 100 ranking — a list of companies and protocols that, in the opinion of the publication's editors, play a key role in the development of the global digital asset ecosystem. The exchange was recognized in the CeFi category, which includes centralized crypto platforms, custodial services and lending providers. Representatives of the platform reported this to Incrypted.

"This recognition reflects the trust of our users, the dedication of our team and the progress our industry has made over these years," noted Bybit co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou.

According to him, crypto assets are gradually becoming an integral part of the global financial system, and the company aims to take part in shaping the infrastructure and standards for the further development of the industry.

The Fortune Crypto 100 ranking brought together both crypto-native companies and traditional financial organizations working with digital assets. The publication stressed the growing importance of blockchain infrastructure for global capital markets.

A bet on tokenization, AI and traditional finance

Bybit emphasized that over the past year the company has expanded its activities beyond a classic cryptocurrency exchange. In particular, the platform is developing areas of tokenized investments, payment services, Web3 products and tools based on artificial intelligence.

Among the exchange's latest initiatives are the launch of the Bybit IPO Express service, expanded access to tokenized stocks via xStocks, the development of AI solutions for trading and analytics, as well as investments in institutional infrastructure.

As Zhou emphasized, the company's strategy is to create a single financial ecosystem that will combine the capabilities of the crypto and traditional financial markets "regardless of place of residence."

The company also focused on developing a regulated presence in key markets. In particular, Bybit obtained a virtual asset platform operator license in the United Arab Emirates and continues to develop its European operations in line with the requirements of the MiCA regulation.

The company believes that regulatory certainty is becoming one of the key factors for the further adoption of digital assets and the attraction of institutional investors.

"Trust is the foundation of any financial system. Innovation alone is not enough. The future of finance is impossible without reliable infrastructure, sound regulation and products that meet the real needs of users," Zhou added.

Bybit currently reports more than 80 million users worldwide and continues to expand its product lineup at the intersection of digital assets and traditional finance.

Source: Incrypted