July 23 : Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX said on Thursday that it will shut down its operations, effective September 23, and said that users' assets remained safe and under their control. The owner and operator of BitMEX, HDR Global Trading, made the decision as part of a strategic review of the business, th

The crypto derivatives pioneer told users to close positions and withdraw funds before it goes dark on September 23.

BitMEX will shut down its exchange on Sept. 23, 2026, at 04:00 UTC after its board concluded a review of the business and the crypto sector.