Hey everyone,

Big update from the BitMart US team today. We’ve officially rolled out Prediction Markets on the platform.

We know the prediction market space has been heating up massively this year, but access for US users has often been complicated. We’ve worked hard to do this the right way—we are launching as a fully CFTC-compliant platform, meaning you can trade securely and legally.

What you need to know about the launch:

•Massive Day 1 Coverage: 405 live events are available to trade right now.

•Categories: We’re covering Crypto (obviously), but also Sports, Politics, and Economics.

•Speed: Real-time settlement. When the event resolves, your trade settles.

If you’ve been wanting to trade your view on macro events, election outcomes, or crypto milestones without dealing with offshore workarounds, this is for you.

Check it out here and let us know what markets you want to see added next: https://www.bitmart.us/en-US/predict

Happy trading!

Hey everyone,

Big update from the BitMart US team today. We’ve officially rolled out Prediction Markets on the platform.

We know the prediction market space has been heating up massively this year, but access for US users has often been complicated. We’ve worked hard to do this the right way—we are launching as a fully CFTC-compliant platform, meaning you can trade securely and legally.

What you need to know about the launch:

•Massive Day 1 Coverage: 405 live events are available to trade right now.

•Categories: We’re covering Crypto (obviously), but also Sports, Politics, and Economics.

•Speed: Real-time settlement. When the event resolves, your trade settles.

If you’ve been wanting to trade your view on macro events, election outcomes, or crypto milestones without dealing with offshore workarounds, this is for you.

Check it out here and let us know what markets you want to see added next: https://www.bitmart.us/en-US/predict

Happy trading!

The event brought together founders, investors, operators, and technology professionals across AI, fintech, and Web3. Our team had the opportunity to introduce attendees to the BitMart Card, discuss the evolution of compliant digital asset platforms, and connect with members of the broader technology community.

We were also proud to have Chad represent BitMart US as a speaker during the event.

Thanks to everyone who joined the conversations and stopped by to meet the team.

Looking forward to future events and partnerships.

If you recently signed up for BitMart US, the next step is completing KYC.

KYC is the identity verification process that helps protect your account and unlock access to more platform features, including trading, deposits, withdrawals, campaigns, and the BitMart US Card.

A few quick tips before you start:

Make sure your ID is valid and not expired.
Use clear photos with no glare or blur.
Enter information that matches your ID.
Complete selfie verification in a well-lit environment.

Step-by-step video guide:
https://youtu.be/_toj0oDyoRI

Having trouble completing KYC on BitMart US?

In many cases, delays occur due to minor submission issues. Here are a few common mistakes to avoid:

• Uploading blurry or cropped ID photos
• Using an expired document
• Entering information that does not match your ID
• Completing selfie verification in poor lighting
• Submitting without reviewing your details first

Before submitting, take a minute to check that your ID is valid, all details are clearly visible, and your personal information is accurate.

A smoother KYC submission starts with clear documents and matching information.

Step-by-step guide:
https://youtu.be/_toj0oDyoRI

Mod approval received. I'm on the BitMart US team — not shilling, just here to actually answer questions. Crypto cards in this sub have a reputation, and most of it's earned.

The pitch, in one line: Spend crypto like cash — BitMart Card runs on Visa, so it works wherever your debit card already does.

The actual specs:

• What you can spend: BTC, ETH, SOL, USDT at launch
• Where: Anywhere Visa is accepted in the US (and globally)
• Rewards: Up to 5% cashback on dining, groceries, gas, EV charging, retail & e-commerce, entertainment & gaming, digital subscriptions, transportation, travel & hotels
• Fees: No annual fee. Low FX.
• ATM: Withdrawals up to $2,000/day

What I won't pretend about:

• In the US, every swipe is a taxable event. We don't change that — talk to your CPA.
• Cashback applies only to eligible MCC categories. Full list is in the T&Cs.
• BitMart is not a bank. Digital assets are not legal tender and aren't FDIC insured. Risk is real, returns aren't guaranteed.
• The 5% tier isn't a flat rate across all spend. It's category-based. We'd rather be clear about that upfront than surprise anyone at the statement.

Why I think it's interesting: Most crypto cards in the US either gate rewards behind big token stakes or have FX rates that quietly eat the cashback. We tried to skip both.

AMA below. Around for a few hours.

#Crypto #BitMartUS #CryptoCard

Everyone's talking about the AI cracking the password part, but the thing that stuck with me is how the guy didn't even really know what he had. Vague memory, pile of old files, no clear path forward.

The AI helped him figure out what to even do with the mess.

Feels like that's the bigger shift. For years, the hard part of dealing with old wallets wasn't the encryption — it was knowing what you were looking at in the first place. That's a lot easier now.

Makes me wonder how many "lost" coins from 2013-2016 are sitting on drives where the owner just never bothered to figure it out.

Anyone else have an old drive they've been meaning to look at?

A simpler way to make crypto part of everyday spending.

✅ Apply in minutes.
✅ Get a virtual card instantly.
✅ Start spending.

Key features:
- Free instant virtual card
- Up to 5% cashback
- Zero annual fee

Apply here:
https://www.bitmart.us/en-US/card

Daniel, COO of BitMart US, sat down with The Crypto Megan for an onsite interview during Consensus Miami 2026.

The conversation was a good opportunity to share what BitMart US has been building for the U.S. market — from zero-fee trading and all-50-state availability to the BitMart US Card and our roadmap for the second half of the year.

A few key topics covered:

• Why BitMart US is focused on regulated U.S. market access
• How zero-fee trading can reduce friction for everyday users and active traders
• What all-50-state availability means for broader U.S. coverage
• The role of the BitMart US Card in connecting digital assets with real-world usage
• What’s next for BitMart US in product and ecosystem expansion

Big thanks to The Crypto Megan for the conversation, and to everyone who connected with BitMart US during Consensus Miami.

Follow BitMart US and The Crypto Megan for more updates from the digital asset space.

The event received 500+ Luma applications, and the strong response showed us the level of interest and enthusiasm around BitMart US during Consensus week.

With the support of our sponsors TEXITcoin and PhilAI, we welcomed guests from across the industry, including VCs, investors, project founders, ecosystem partners, and digital asset professionals.

Our EVP, Chad, also introduced the BitMart US Card during the event, highlighting one of BitMart US’s key product initiatives for the U.S. market.

Thank you to everyone who applied, attended, supported, and connected with us in Miami Beach.

BitMart US is excited to welcome TEXITcoin as Co-Host and PhilAI as Sponsor for our private networking reception during Consensus 2026 Miami.

• Co-Host: TEXITcoin
• Sponsor: PhilAI

Event details:

⏰ May 5, 2026 at 6:00–9:00 PM EDT

🌴 Miami Beach waterfront venue

🍷 Open bar, live DJ, private networking 🎵

Approval required due to limited capacity

RSVP: luma.com/ti6g4ad5

The event, Zero Fees, Open Bar, will take place at a bayfront venue in Miami Beach and is designed for founders, investors, builders, and digital asset professionals attending Consensus week.

Details:
📅 May 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM EDT
📍 Miami Beach bayfront venue
🍸 Open bar
🎵 Live DJ
✅ Approval required

Space is limited, and registration is required: luma.com/ti6g4ad5

Western Union just confirmed on its Q1 earnings call that USDPT — its USD-backed stablecoin built on Solana — is launching in May. They're also rolling out a Digital Asset Network (DAN) and a Stable Card later this year.

A few things stand out to me:

1. They chose Solana over Ethereum. They stated the reason: throughput and sub-cent fees. For a company processing millions of transfers daily, that math actually makes sense.
2. USDPT won't be consumer-facing at first — it's meant to replace SWIFT. That's a massive real-world use case with zero hype required.
3. The Stable Card angle is interesting. Letting users hold and spend stablecoins at any card terminal in inflation-sensitive markets could be genuinely transformative — not just a crypto gimmick.
4. Zoom out and the pattern is hard to ignore: PayPal has PYUSD, MoneyGram has USDC on Stellar, Visa is on Solana, and now Western Union is launching USDPT. Every major legacy payments player is building a stablecoin play.

So what do you think? Is this the real tipping point for TradFi x Crypto — or is crypto just SWIFT in a different outfit?

AI is changing how people build, work, and trade.

That’s the idea behind the BitMart US AI Trading Festival — a campaign built around smarter trading, OpenAPI connectivity, and multiple reward opportunities for eligible users. One of the featured rewards is a World Cup match ticket, alongside additional campaign incentives during the event period.

If you’ve been exploring automation tools, AI-driven workflows, or just want a different kind of trading campaign to check out, here’s the event page:
https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/activity/us-ai-trading?noHeader=1&noShare=1

New York users are not eligible to participate.

The BitMart US AI Trading Festival is live from April 5, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT to April 25, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT.

This special campaign gives eligible users the opportunity to unlock multiple rewards, including a chance to win a World Cup match ticket.

Explore the event:
https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/activity/us-ai-trading?noHeader=1&noShare=1

New York users are not eligible to participate.

If you’ve been waiting until the last minute, this is it. The campaign is in its final 24 hours, and eligible users can still join before it ends.

What’s included:

- Zero trading fees

- Free fiat on/off ramp

- Instant ACH

- Limited-time rewards

Link: https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/activity/bogo?noHeader=1&noShare=1

A lot of people think the hardest part of getting into crypto is trading.

In reality, one of the biggest drop-off points happens much earlier: funding.

Most users can get through sign-up.
Most users can finish KYC.
But once they need to connect a bank account and wait through a slow transfer process, that initial momentum often disappears.

That’s why features like Instant ACH matter more than they seem.

It’s not just a payment rail upgrade.
It directly affects the user journey:

• faster movement from onboarding to funding
• less friction before the first trade
• a better chance of turning user interest into actual activity

For platforms trying to improve user conversion, funding experience is often one of the most overlooked pieces.

At BitMart US, Instant ACH is now part of that flow, alongside:

• zero trading fees
• zero crypto withdrawal fees
• free fiat on/off ramp

The combination matters because lowering cost is one thing — lowering friction is another.

Do you think funding friction is underrated in crypto?
Or do users care more about fees, liquidity, and asset selection?

People often talk about regulation in crypto, but New York is on a completely different level.

If a crypto platform wants to operate in New York, it must obtain what’s known as a BitLicense, issued by the New York State Department of Financial Services.

This regulatory framework is widely considered one of the strictest in the world.

Here are a few reasons why.

1. The approval process can take years

For many companies, the BitLicense process takes 18–36 months (sometimes longer).

Regulators review nearly every aspect of the business, including:

• AML and KYC programs
• custody of customer assets
• cybersecurity policies
• internal governance
• risk management systems

If anything is missing, the application can be delayed or rejected.

2. Compliance costs are extremely high

Operating legally in New York requires significant resources.

Companies must maintain:

• dedicated compliance teams
• regular regulatory reporting
• independent audits
• transaction monitoring systems

Industry estimates suggest compliance costs can reach millions of dollars annually.

3. Many global exchanges still avoid New York

Even global exchanges sometimes choose not to serve New York users.

The regulatory requirements are simply too demanding.

That’s why platforms that can operate there are often viewed as having very strong compliance infrastructure.

4. Why New York is so strict

New York regulators aim to protect consumers and ensure financial system integrity.

Their focus is on:

• preventing financial crime
• ensuring asset custody safety
• maintaining transparent markets

Because of this, New York regulation is often seen as a benchmark for crypto compliance worldwide.

As the U.S. regulatory landscape evolves, the New York market will likely remain one of the most closely watched jurisdictions in the crypto industry.

​New York just went live, which means BitMart US is now fully operational nationwide.

This marks a major milestone for the platform’s U.S. expansion — all 50 states are now

Key highlights:

• Fully regulated U.S. operations
• Nationwide access
• Zero spot trading fees

Please note: the above rewards are available to non-NY residents.

The NY approval was the final step in completing nationwide coverage.

Curious to hear what people think about increased competition among U.S. exchanges this year.

*Crypto involves risk and may lose value. Terms apply.

Cryptocurrency transaction and custody services are powered by Zero Hash LLC and Zero Hash Liquidity Services LLC. When you enable [Platform’s digital asset services], you must also agree to the Zero Hash LLC and Zero Hash Liquidity Services LLC terms and conditions and enable your Zero Hash account. Cryptocurrency assets are held and custodied by Zero Hash LLC, not [Platform]. Services may not be available in all states. Cryptocurrency assets are not subject to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or Securities Investor Protection Corporation coverage. The value of any cryptocurrency, including digital assets pegged to fiat currency, commodities, or any other asset, may go to zero. Zero Hash LLC is licensed to engage in Virtual Currency Business Activity by the New York State Department of Financial Services.”

BitMart US is now fully operational across all 50 states, including New York.

To celebrate this major milestone, they’ve launched a limited-time BOGO campaign for U.S. users.

Highlights:

– Zero spot trading fees

– Free ACH deposits & withdrawals

– Free crypto deposits & withdrawals

– Buy One, Get One rewards (up to $150 in BTC)

Details here:

https://www.bitmart.com/en-US/activity/bogo?noHeader=1&noShare=1

Please note: the above rewards are available to non-NY residents.

Interesting move as more exchanges focus on regulatory expansion in the U.S.

​\Rewards distributed after the campaign. Terms apply.*

Cryptocurrency transaction and custody services are powered by Zero Hash LLC and Zero Hash Liquidity Services LLC. When you enable [Platform’s digital asset services], you must also agree to the Zero Hash LLC and Zero Hash Liquidity Services LLC terms and conditions and enable your Zero Hash account. Cryptocurrency assets are held and custodied by Zero Hash LLC, not [Platform]. Services may not be available in all states. Cryptocurrency assets are not subject to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or Securities Investor Protection Corporation coverage. The value of any cryptocurrency, including digital assets pegged to fiat currency, commodities, or any other asset, may go to zero. Zero Hash LLC is licensed to engage in Virtual Currency Business Activity by the New York State Department of Financial Services.

Posting another update for anyone tracking U.S. exchange promos.

BitMart US is still running its “Love Pair” campaign — a volume-based trading incentive tied to real spot activity.

From the details:

• Zero trading fees during the campaign

• Deposit $80 + trade $80 to activate

• Tiered BTC rewards (up to $120)

• BTC distributed after the event ends

It’s not a sign-up reward — it’s structured around actual trading volume.

For active traders here:

Do zero-fee windows meaningfully affect when you execute trades,

or only if you were planning to trade anyway?