„Regulation is not a problem, but an opportunity”- Inverview with Gracy Chen, Bitget CEO
Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, returns for her third exclusive interview with the BitcoinBázis team. In previous conversations, we explored Bitget’s vision for the future of cryptocurrency exchanges and the unique challenges faced by a female leader in the tech industry. Last time, landmark events such as Donald Trump’s election victory, Bitcoin’s price surge, and the extraordinary performance of the BGB token dominated the landscape. Now, following the largest crypto liquidation in history and major shifts in the Hungarian market, Gracy Chen shares insights on Bitget’s strategy and outlook after a period of market consolidation.
Bitget recently celebrated its seventh anniversary, an impressive milestone for such a young and rapidly expanding company. What does this achievement mean to you personally, and how do you motivate your team to meet the challenges ahead?
Marking Bitget’s seventh anniversary is both personal and inspiring. We now serve 120 million users, safeguard them with a $725M Protection Fund, and maintain industry-leading Proof-of-Reserves. But what excites me most is our vision of the Universal Exchange (UEX), bringing real-world assets and digital assets into one seamless ecosystem.
For me, this milestone isn’t just about what we’ve achieved, but about the new chapter we’re opening for our users and the entire industry. We’ve been working together for several years now. Looking back on this period, which milestones are you most proud of as Bitget’s leader, and how do you see your role in the global cryptocurrency exchange landscape?
In our first interview, Bitget’s major successes were focused in Asia, but today its global presence is undeniable. Which initiatives and markets are you most proud of at this stage?
Looking back, I’m proud of how far we’ve come. Our global user base has grown to over 120 million, and initiatives like partnering with UNICEF to educate 300,000 young people and supporting MotoGP as the Official Crypto Partner have been major milestones. Our Crypto Experience Month, which engaged over 2,000 attendees across 11 cities, also showcased the real-world impact of blockchain. These efforts reflect our commitment to global outreach, innovation, and making crypto accessible.
Recent months have seen stricter crypto regulations introduced in both the European Union and Hungary. How have these changes affected Bitget’s operations and expansion strategy?
I actually welcome regulation. Clear rules bring stability and help the industry grow. At Bitget, we’ve always aimed for the highest compliance and security standards. We’re preparing for MiCA licensing and look forward to collaborating with regulators here. My goal is to make sure Hungarian users feel safe, confident, and supported on our platform.
On the subject of regulation, how has Bitget’s relationship with regulatory authorities evolved in recent months? Are there any noteworthy developments?
Over the past months, Bitget has deepened its engagement with European regulators to ensure full compliance with evolving rules, including the MiCA framework. Our dedicated compliance team works closely with authorities to support clear and sustainable regulatory standards. This proactive approach allows us to expand responsibly in Europe while building trust and confidence with both users and regulators.
Last time we spoke, Bitget’s BGB token was one of the year’s top-performing assets. How would you assess its performance in 2025, and what role do you see for BGB in the years ahead?
BGB has had an exceptional year, with strong performance reflecting our strategic initiatives, including token burns and expanding its utility across the Bitget ecosystem. Recently, we transferred 440 million BGB to the Morph Foundation—burning half and locking the rest to support liquidity and ecosystem growth. These steps reinforce BGB’s deflationary model and long-term value.
Looking ahead, BGB is central to Bitget’s strategy, evolving as a gas and governance token in the Morph ecosystem. While the market is competitive, we’re focused on building a sustainable, high-utility token with potential for broader adoption.
Despite increasing mainstream acceptance, many people remain skeptical about digital assets. Do you think the crypto industry has reached maturity, or is there still significant undervaluation?
While cryptocurrency adoption is growing, I believe the industry is still undervalued in the broader financial sector. Institutional participation is only beginning to pick up, and there’s enormous potential in real-world assets (RWA) and innovative platforms like Bitget’s UEX. By providing secure trading, bridging traditional finance with digital assets, and expanding adoption, we aim to unlock crypto’s true value for both institutions and retail users.
Previously, we discussed the intersection of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology. What tangible results has Bitget achieved through this integration?
Yes, we’re seeing tangible results from integrating blockchain with AI within the Bitget ecosystem. Our AI-powered GetAgent enhances trading efficiency, risk management, and market insights for users. Beyond that, AI supports liquidity optimization, personalized experiences, and analysis of real-world assets (RWA) on-chain. This integration is creating measurable value for both retail and institutional participants.
As we enter the final quarter of 2025—a period traditionally characterized by bullish momentum in crypto markets—what trends do you see emerging? Should we expect stabilization or another wave of growth?
Crypto sentiment is surging as regulatory and macro conditions align. President Trump’s pardon of Binance founder CZ and the SEC’s dropped lawsuits against Coinbase and Binance mark a clear pro-crypto shift in the U.S., restoring institutional confidence. With expected Fed rate cuts, liquidity boosts from China and Japan, and ETF inflows surpassing $100 billion, the environment is turning highly supportive.
On-chain data — including strong whale accumulation and a 56% jump in trading volumes — confirms genuine capital inflows rather than speculation.This mix of regulatory clarity, monetary easing, and structural liquidity suggests a lasting momentum that could drive broader crypto adoption through Q4 and beyond.
At the start of the year, industry leaders made several predictions for the sector. How accurate have these forecasts proven to be, and what are your expectations for 2026?
At the beginning of this year, we anticipated a steady recovery driven by macro stability, clearer regulations, and stronger institutional engagement, and those expectations have largely held true. Bitcoin and other major assets have regained momentum, and we’ve seen sustained growth in trading activity and user participation across our platform.While speculative sectors cooled, areas like real-world asset tokenization, AI-integrated blockchain, and decentralized trading have exceeded our projections.
These trends validate our focus on real utility and long-term value.Looking into 2026, we expect deeper integration between traditional finance and crypto, more mature market structures, and continued innovation in Web3. At Bitget, we remain committed to empowering users through smarter trading tools, transparency, and ecosystem expansion, all while advancing our vision of becoming a true Universal Exchange, connecting all assets and communities under one platform.
Since Gracy Chen’s first interview, the crypto market has undergone numerous transformations: spot Ethereum ETFs have been approved, and the Trump administration has openly supported digital assets. Thanks to these global developments, Bitget has emerged as one of the world’s largest, most trusted, and most active centralized exchanges, continually serving users at the highest level of security and innovation.