Coinbase and Bybit Explore Strategic Investment Talks

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Sohrab Khawas

March 14, 2026

Coinbase and Bybit Explore Strategic Investment Talks

Coinbase is discussing a possible investment deal with Bybit, one of the largest global crypto exchanges outside the United States. Bybit sees the partnership as a way to expand into the regulated US market, but it has not publicly confirmed the talks. Industry leaders say a deal could strengthen standards and reduce loopholes in crypto trading. This comes after big investments like ICE’s backing of OKX at a $25 billion valuation and Coinbase’s $2.9 billion purchase of Deribit last year.

Sohrab Khawas

Sohrab is a passionate cryptocurrency news writer with over five years of experience covering the industry. He keeps a keen interest in blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize finance. Whether he's trading or writing, Sohrab always keeps his finger on the pulse of the crypto world, using his expertise to deliver informative and engaging articles that educate and inspire. When he's not analyzing the markets, Sohrab indulges in his hobbies of graphic design, minimal design or listening to his favorite hip-hop tunes.

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