What changed
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 BitMEX shuts down: perpetuals pioneer officially closes it doors after 11 years
Why it matters
Exchange operations around crypto markets can change volatility, liquidity, or sentiment. The concrete detail to watch is 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
Trading lens
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