UPDATE: Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, is set to host the Bybit Institutional Gala on December 5, 2025, in Abu Dhabi. This exclusive, invite-only event will gather global regulators, sovereign financial leaders, and top-tier traditional finance (TradFi) institutions to shape the future of the digital asset economy.
Taking place at a pivotal moment for the industry, the gala not only celebrates Bybit’s recent triumph in becoming the first major exchange to secure the full Virtual Asset Platform Operator License (VAPO) from the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) but also marks a strategic milestone in institutional digital finance.
As the digital finance landscape shifts rapidly, Bybit aims to unveil its ambitious roadmap to reach a staggering 100 million users by 2026. The event will showcase how security, compliance, and market integrity are driving this growth.
“Institutions aren’t preparing for the digital asset era—they’re entering it now,” stated Yoyee Yang, Head of Business to Business at Bybit. She emphasized that the gala provides a platform where institutions, regulators, and crypto-native infrastructure can collaborate for a compliant digital asset economy.
Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, will kick off the evening with insights on strengthening the exchange’s institutional framework. His address will highlight Bybit’s commitment to creating a fully compliant operating stack and expanding its global licensing footprint, which is crucial for deepening collaborations with banks, asset managers, and regulators.
In a panel featuring Bybit’s Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Robert Macdonald, attendees will discuss how regulatory clarity and government-industry collaboration are positioning the UAE as a leading global hub for regulated digital finance.
The Bybit Institutional Gala promises to provide attendees with a first look at the regulatory, technological, and market forces that will define the next era of institutional digital finance, emphasizing compliance and collaboration on a global scale.
As excitement builds for this transformative event, industry stakeholders and participants are poised to witness groundbreaking developments that will shape the future of digital finance. The gala is not just a celebration; it’s a turning point in how institutions interact with the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies.
For more updates and insights from the gala, stay tuned to Bybit’s official channels.
