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BitMEX shuts down: perpetuals pioneer officially closes it doors after 11 years

The exchange, co-founded by Arthur Hayes, stopped trading and deposits, but says users can still log in and withdraw funds as its wind-down continues.

Olivier AcunaCoinDesk · September 23, 2026 · 1d ago

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