Bybit, the world's second-largest crypto exchange, has announced native support for USD Coin (USDC) on Aptos (APT)

Bybit, the world's second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has announced native support for USD Coin (USDC) on Aptos (APT), as per the information shared with Finbold

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced native support for USD Coin (USDC) on Aptos (APT).

The integration, which was announced in an email shared with Finbold on Tuesday, May 27, allows users to trade USDC and earn Aptos’s native token, APT, directly through Bybit’s platform.

As part of the launch, Bybit is also hosting the Bybit x Aptos Super Event, a month-long event running until June 26, 24 with over 20,000 APT in prizes up for grabs.

As part of the launch, Bybit is also hosting the Bybit x Aptos Super Event, a month-long event running until June 26, 24 with over 20,000 APT in prizes up for grabs.

Triple-reward with @Aptos on Bybit is now live!Over $100K in prizes across 3 activities:• 5,000+ $APT → APT Stakers• 5,000 $APT → First 1,000 New Users• 10,000 $APT → Active TradersNew users receive 5 $APT upon meeting requirements.Maximum reward per trader: 400… pic.twitter.com/IdbXtwTANz

USDC on Aptos

The move comes as part of a broader effort to increase stablecoin adoption, according to Ash Pampati, Head of Ecosystem at the Aptos Foundation.

Aptos is a Layer 1 (L1) blockchain designed for real-world financial applications and the integration with Bybit will make it possible for users to trade USDC and earn APT directly through Bybit's platform.

“We are excited to welcome Bybit’s support for USDC on Aptos. This integration is a significant step forward in our journey toward increased stablecoin adoption and utilization within the Aptos ecosystem,” said Pampati.

M. K. Chin, Head of Ecosystem Partnerships at Bybit, added that the integration would help lay the groundwork for “a global, inclusive financial future where crypto is safe, regulated, and accessible to all.”

Bybit x Aptos Super Event

APT is the native token of the Aptos blockchain, and users can stake it through Bybit's On-Chain Earn feature to earn daily rewards and help secure the network.

To qualify for the Bybit x Aptos Super Event, users can stake APT through Bybit's On-Chain Earn platform and hold their position for at least 24 hours.

This qualifies new and existing users for a share of 5,000 APT.

New users who go through the know-your-customer (KYC) verification, deposit funds, and meet trading thresholds will receive 5 APT from a 5,000 APT prize pool.

Only the first 1,000 qualified participants are eligible, and the offer ends on June 9.

Those who trade at least $300 worth of APT on Bybit Spot during the campaign period can earn a share of a 10,000 APT pool (max 400 APT per user).