Bybit AI Sub-Accounts: Safer Crypto Trading with AI Agents

Bybit has launched new AI sub-accounts for crypto trading. This feature lets traders use AI agents like Claude Code and Cursor without giving them full access to main accounts. The sub-accounts create an isolated environment for AI tools with strict limits. Users assign AI agents to these dedicated sub-accounts with controlled permissions and capital. This significantly reduces the risk of losing full portfolio control from automation errors. Traders can allocate a fixed amount of funds to an AI sub-account, typically with a maximum limit of around 5000 dollars, though this can be adjusted. This means if an AI agent makes incorrect decisions, the downside is limited to the allocated amount. The system also includes detailed risk management settings. Users can define leverage limits, restrict transfers, and set permissions for what the AI can do. Access is API-only, reducing exposure to account takeover risks. This innovation allows traders to experiment with AI-driven strategies in a safer, more controlled way.