BitMEX to Close on September 23, Halts New Sign-Ups - Decrypt

In brief

Crypto derivatives exchange BitMEX said Thursday it will shut down on September 23, 2026, and has already stopped new account registrations.

The company cited a strategic review of the business and the wider crypto industry as being behind the decision.

BitMEX urged users to close positions and withdraw funds before the deadline.

BitMEX, one of crypto's oldest derivatives venues, is shutting down.The platform will cease operations on September 23 at 04:00 UTC, its operator, HDR Global Trading, said Thursday, pinning the decision on a “strategic review of the business and the broader industry.” New account sign-ups have already been halted. The move, BitMEX said, "comes with a heavy heart."