Bybit, a major cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, has announced its decision to exit the Canadian market by June 30. The move comes amid increasing scrutiny from Canadian regulators and follows similar actions taken by other major exchanges such as Binance.

In a blog post, Bybit stated that it had decided to "voluntarily cease providing services" to customers in Canada citing "evolving regulatory requirements" as the reason for its decision. The exchange also stated that it would continue to monitor developments in the regulatory landscape and might re-enter the market if conditions permit in the future.

The move is another sign of the growing regulatory pressure on cryptocurrency exchanges globally, with governments and regulators increasingly looking to crack down on money laundering and other illicit activities facilitated by these platforms. In Canada, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) recently took action against Bybit, alleging that it had been operating in the country without proper authorization.

Bybit's decision to leave the Canadian market follows similar moves by Binance, which also recently decided to halt trading in the country after facing regulatory pressure.

While the regulatory environment around cryptocurrencies remains uncertain, it is clear that exchanges will need to adhere to a complex web of laws and guidelines to avoid running afoul of regulators. As more exchanges face increased scrutiny, it is likely that we will see further consolidation in the market as smaller players are forced out or absorbed into larger exchanges.