Key highlights:
- Bitget’s market share in crypto derivatives rose from 4.6% to 7.2% in 2025, placing it third globally behind Binance and OKX
- April 2025 saw Bitget handle $92 billion in futures volume, with notable ETH liquidity leadership
- A joint report with Bitcoin.com highlights Bitget’s appeal to both retail and institutional traders
Report highlights Bitget’s growing position in derivatives trading
A new educational report published by Bitcoin.com in collaboration with Bitget puts a spotlight on shifting dynamics within the crypto derivatives market. Titled “Crypto Derivatives 101 – Market Breakdown: Who’s Winning the Race?”, the guide identifies Bitget as one of the fastest-rising platforms in the space, with its global market share nearly doubling to 7.2% since the start of 2025. The surge moves Bitget into the third spot among global derivatives exchanges, behind only Binance and OKX.
According to the report, Bitget processed $92 billion in futures trading volume in April 2025 alone. The platform’s ascent has been attributed to increased activity from both retail users and institutional players, with a particular uptick in ETH-based derivatives — where Bitget now reportedly offers deeper liquidity within certain trading ranges than Binance.
While Binance retains the top position with a 38% market share, Bitget’s growing institutional adoption suggests a diversification of market leadership. The findings underscore how some exchanges are gaining ground not just through volume, but by offering targeted tools and features that meet the needs of specific trader segments.
Derivatives education meets platform comparison
Beyond market rankings, the report also functions as a beginner-friendly primer on crypto derivatives. It covers futures, perpetual swaps, and options, providing clear examples of how these instruments are used for speculation, hedging, and arbitrage. Real-world trading scenarios included in the guide illustrate how different types of users — from retail traders to DAOs — might choose between centralized and decentralized platforms.
A comparative analysis within the report ranks leading centralized exchanges like Bitget, Binance, and OKX against decentralized platforms such as GMX and Hyperliquid. Centralized exchanges are credited with offering better liquidity depth and capital efficiency for institutions, while DEXs continue to provide advantages in transparency and custody.
“The crypto industry has come a long way in terms of legitimacy, but education remains a key barrier. This report breaks down step-by-step how the modern crypto markets function. Derivatives are often seen as tools for professionals — but they’re increasingly relevant for everyday users, DAOs, and even traditional financial players exploring the space. By working with Bitget to produce this report, we aim to demystify these instruments and support safe, informed participation in the market.”
—Eli Bordun, Partnership Director of Bitcoin.com
The bottom line
Bitget’s rise to the top three of the global crypto derivatives market reflects a broader evolution underway in digital asset trading. As highlighted by the joint report with Bitcoin.com, the exchange is gaining ground by focusing on market depth, institutional readiness, and user education — factors increasingly important in a maturing market. With derivatives trading becoming a central pillar of digital finance, Bitget’s positioning may signal where the industry is headed next.
Source:: Bitget Emerges Among Top 3 Global Crypto Derivatives Exchanges, Says Bitcoin.com Report