Bitget Introduces IPO Prime to Democratize Access to Pre-IPO Giants 

Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has unveiled “IPO Prime,” a new product aimed at giving users exposure to pre-IPO shares of global unicorns such as SpaceX.

The offering, powered by Republic, marks Bitget’s expansion beyond conventional secondary market trading into primary market access, an area traditionally dominated by institutional investors and private capital networks. The move is positioned as part of the platform’s broader “Universal Exchange” strategy to bridge the gap between private and public market participation.

IPO Prime will function through a subscription-based model, allowing eligible users to apply for allocations in tokenized assets linked to specific companies. Allocation sizes will vary depending on user tier, with higher limits for VIP participants. After the subscription phase, these assets will transition into an over-the-counter (OTC) market on Bitget, enabling ongoing pricing and trading.

Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, said that since the beginning of financial markets, access to pre-IPO opportunities has been defined by exclusivity. 

“IPO Prime allows users to participate earlier in a company’s growth cycle, with the flexibility of continuous trading. This shifts how and when investors can engage with emerging companies, which gives retailers and new investors a chance to buy in early. This is part of our greater shift towards building a UEX, democratizing access to financial equality,” said Chen. 

The first product under IPO Prime is “preSPAX,” a token designed to track the economic performance of SpaceX in the event of a future public listing. SpaceX, one of the world’s most closely watched private companies, has typically been inaccessible to retail investors.

To support the launch, Bitget will roll out two rounds of preSPAX token airdrops for eligible VIP users starting April 13, 2026. The token’s official launch is scheduled for April 21, 2026, with a commitment window opening April 18 and closing April 21, followed by a same-day distribution period.

According to the company, the introduction of IPO Prime reflects a broader trend of platforms expanding beyond traditional and crypto trading to offer early-stage investment opportunities, as the lines between asset classes continue to blur.