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Bybit has published a Restricted Counterparty List spanning crypto platforms, payment and wallet services, guarantee marketplaces, mixers and darknet markets. Named entries include Garantex, Bitzlato, HTX, Samourai Wallet, Bitcoin Fog, ChipMixer and Hydra Market, as well as Lazarus Group, Hamas, Ansarallah and ISIS-K.
Why it matters
The list makes Bybit's stated approach to restricted counterparties more explicit. It covers both services and organizations, including entities associated with sanctions and illicit finance concerns.
Market impact
Bybit says it may suspend or terminate accounts, block related transactions or funds, file regulatory reports, or liquidate open positions when it identifies a connection to a prohibited entity. The policy places account access and funds at risk for users connected to listed counterparties.
Frequently asked questions
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What types of entities appear on Bybit's restricted counterparty list?
The list includes crypto platforms, payment and wallet services, guarantee marketplaces, mixers, darknet markets and organizations.
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Which crypto platforms are named on the list?
Named platforms include Garantex, Bitzlato and HTX, among others.
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Does the list include mixers and darknet markets?
Yes. It names mixers including Samourai Wallet, Bitcoin Fog, ChipMixer and Sinbad, as well as Hydra Market.
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What actions does Bybit say it may take over a connection to a prohibited entity?
Bybit says it may suspend or terminate accounts, block related transactions or funds, file regulatory reports, or liquidate open positions.
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Does the policy apply only to direct accounts belonging to listed entities?
Bybit says it may act where it identifies a connection to a prohibited entity. The stated actions can affect accounts, transactions, funds and open positions.
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