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BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Agrees to Surrender to U.S. Authorities
Fugitive executives of crypto derivatives exchange BitMEX have been discussing a surrender agreement with the U.S. government.
BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Resigns, Following Criminal Charges by CFTC and DoJ
BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has stepped down from his position, alongside Samuel Reed, the company's CTO.
Bitcoin Futures Exchange BitMEX to Block Ontario Crypto Traders
Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange BitMEX announced today that it planned on removing its trading platform services from a Canadian province.
US CFTC Charges BitMEX For Operating Illegal Crypto Derivatives Exchange
The United States CFTC has charged operators of BitMEX for operating an unregistered trading platform and violating anti-money laundering procedures.
More Than $400 Million in Bitcoin Withdrawn from BitMEX Following CFTC Charges
$400 million have been withdrawn from Bitmex in less than 24 hours after the US CFTC filed a legal enforcement action against the exchange’s owners.
UK’s Financial Watchdog Raises the Alarm on BitMEX Being Unauthorized
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK mandated with regulating financial markets and service firms in the nation has blown the whistle on Seychelles-based crypto exchange BitMEX for not being authorized.
BitMEX Invests in South Africa’s Largest Bitcoin Exchange
In a bold financial move, the parent company of BitMEX cryptocurrency exchange has decided to invest in a South Africa’s biggest Bitcoin exchange, VALR.
Bitcoin Price Plummets After Bitmex Starts BTC Double Spend Rumor, Grayscale Buys the Dip
BitMex Research incorrectly identified a double spend of around $21 in Bitcoin. The BTC price fell to a low of $28,953.37 and Grayscale Investment bought up $1.2 billion worth.
Has Judgement Finally Come for 2017 ICOs? Class Action Lawsuits Name Binance, BitMEX and Block.One Among Host of Crypto Defendants
Crypto Giants Binance, BitMEX, along with Executives CZ, Arthur Hayes Named Among Defendants in 11 Class Action Suits For Violating Securities Laws.
BitMEX Research: Inflation Aftermath of Coronavirus Financial Crash Will Be Bitcoin's Greatest Test
In the aftermath of the current Coronavirus market crash and the subsequent incoming inflation that will be caused by the response of the Federal Reserve and Central banks, Bitcoin will face its truest test and be given its its biggest opportunity to prove itself in its short lifetime according to new research from global crypto exchange BitMEX.
Pressure Piles Up on BitMEX as Recent Outage Exposes Network Holes
Once branded a “Bitcoin casino," BitMEX has plunged into a series of crises over the last few years. The crypto exchange found itself trending on Twitter in the US recently because of the recent shutdown. BitMEX announced that its trading engine went offline for over an hour because of an incident, which the exchange identified as a “major outage."After some investigation, the exchange later announced that that platform restored its online operations. Such outage of BitMEX’s trading engine is the latest in a series of negative circumstances facing the exchange. Currently, as Bitcoin price hits $10,000, the major outage has prompted warnings that the exchange is becoming increasingly unreliable. The outage left customers unable to access their funds.
BitMEX Founder Ben Delo Surrenders and Will Face Trial on Charges of Failing to Implement AML Programs
Ben Delo has surrendered himself to US authorities to clear his name in court and defend against the charges.
BitMEX Co-Founder Ben Delo Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Market Manipulation
BitMEX co-founder Ben Delo faces a class-action lawsuit over alleged market manipulation, with a U.S. judge ruling that he played a central role in designing a liquidation system that allowed the exchange to profit from the scheme.
BitMEX Lists Luna 2.0, ETH Margin and Settlement Options
BitMEX users are now able to trade ETH options and USDT-margined Terra Luna 2.0 contracts, all with up to 25x leverage.
BitMEX Lays Off 25% Staff after Failing to Acquire German Bank
BitMEX Derivatives Exchange has reportedly cut off 25% of its staff following information shared with employees last week.
BitMEX Seeks to Connect Forex Market and Crypto Innovation through FX Perps
Crypto exchange BitMEX has launched the first-ever FX perpetual swap contracts (FX perps) that will enable users to trade the most sought-after foreign currency pairs 24/7, irrespective of whether the forex market (FX) is closed or not.
June 1: Sell in May Postponed to Sell in June?
For the past few weeks, there have been quite a bit of talk/shill/promoting of ETH and I think largely driven by a combination of factors that I've described earlier (i.e. growing daily active addresses, more than 60 bil gas being used, $7bn in stablecoins and Greyscale's ETH demand). Other protocol tokens such as Cardano, Zilliqa and NEO also followed the ETH move, albeit less exaggerated.
BitMEX’s Daily Spot Exchange Trade Volume Hits $24m Record High
Less than 10 days after launching the spot trading option, crypto exchange platform BitMEX reached a new milestone by hitting a daily trade volume of $24 million.
BitMEX Introduces Change of Mark Method for NOTUSDTK24
BitMEX announces the change of Mark Method for NOTUSDTK24 to Fair Price marking.
BitMEX to List NOTUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of NOTUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, promising a new trading avenue for traders.
BitMEX Launches NOTUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX introduced NOTUSDT perpetual swap, offering up to 10x leverage to traders.
LayerZero's ZRO Token Now Tradeable on BitMEX with 2x Leverage
BitMEX has listed LayerZero's upcoming ZRO token with 2x leverage available.
BitMEX to List TAIKOUSDT (TAIKO/USDT) Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of TAIKOUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage.
BitMEX Updates Mark Method for TKOUSDTZ24 to Fair Price Marking
BitMEX transitions TKOUSDTZ24 to Fair Price marking from June 6, integrating a robust index.
BitMEX Lists New IO Futures Contracts with 2x Leverage
BitMEX introduces IOUSDTM24 futures contracts with 2x leverage.
BitMEX Launches TAIKOUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX introduces TAIKOUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage for traders.
BitMEX Enhances APIs with New transactTime Feature for Orderbook Feeds
BitMEX updates APIs to include transactTime in orderbook feeds, enhancing trading experience.
BitMEX to Launch Q3 2024 Quarterly Futures Next Week
BitMEX announces the launch of Q3 2024 Quarterly Futures, starting 11 June 2024.
BitMEX Delists FETUSD Perpetual Swap Contract
BitMEX has delisted the FETUSD perpetual swap contract, effective June 7, 2024.
BitMEX to Launch IOUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces IOUSDT perpetual swap listing with up to 10x leverage starting June 12, 2024.
BitMEX Lists New IOUSDT (IO/USDT) Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX introduces IOUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage.
BitMEX Launches Q3 2024 Quarterly Futures Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
BitMEX introduces Q3 2024 Quarterly Futures, available for trading from June 11, 2024.
BitMEX Implements Fair Price Marking for IOUSDTM24 Contract
BitMEX updates IOUSDTM24 contract to Fair Price marking as of June 12, 2024.
BitMEX to Implement New Fee Structure for Spot Trading
BitMEX announces updated Taker and Maker fees for spot trading effective 13 June 2024.
BitMEX to Introduce ZKUSDT (ZK/USDT) Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of ZKUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, set to go live on June 17, 2024.
BitMEX Introduces ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT Perpetual Contracts with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX will list ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT perpetual contracts on June 21, 2024, offering up to 10x leverage.
BitMEX Updates Mark Method for ZKUSDTZ24 to Fair Price Marking
BitMEX changes the Mark Method for ZKUSDTZ24 to Fair Price marking, enhancing price accuracy by using a robust index.
BitMEX to Transfer Bitcoin Insurance Fund to New Addresses
BitMEX announces the transfer of its Bitcoin Insurance Fund to new addresses, ensuring transparency and security for its users.
BitMEX Lists ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT with 10x Leverage
BitMEX has announced the listing of ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT perpetual swaps, offering up to 10x leverage for traders.
BitMEX Announces Updated Index Weights for Q3 2024
BitMEX will update its index weights on June 28, 2024, at 04:00 UTC. New hypothetical values will be published under the 'NEXT' index family.
BitMEX to List New XBTQ24 Bitcoin-Margined Futures Contract
BitMEX announces the listing of a new XBTQ24 futures contract, margined in Bitcoin, set to go live on June 25, 2024.
BitMEX Launches XBTQ24 Bitcoin Futures Contract with 100x Leverage
BitMEX has introduced its new monthly Bitcoin futures contract, XBTQ24, offering up to 100x leverage, now available for trading.
BitMEX to Launch BLASTUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of BLASTUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, set to go live on June 27, 2024.
BitMEX Updates Mark Method for ZROUSDTZ24 to Fair Price
BitMEX has updated the Mark Method for ZROUSDTZ24 to Fair Price marking, incorporating data from multiple major exchanges.
BitMEX Launches Ready-Made Options Trading Strategies
BitMEX introduces ready-made options trading strategies, making options trading more accessible and efficient for users.
BitMEX Implements Index Weights Update for Q3 2024
BitMEX has updated its index weights for Q3 2024, now live as of June 28, 2024. The new weights are reflected in the NEXT index family.
BitMEX Implements Fair Price Marking for BLAST/USDT Futures
BitMEX has updated its mark method for the BLAST/USDT futures contract to Fair Price marking, enhancing market accuracy.
BitMEX Transfers Bitcoin Insurance Fund to New Wallet Addresses
BitMEX announces the transfer of its Bitcoin Insurance Fund to new wallet addresses, ensuring no impact on user activities or fund balances.
BitMEX Launches BLASTUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX introduces BLASTUSDT perpetual swap trading with leverage up to 10x, enhancing opportunities for traders.
BitMEX Introduces Meme Coin Basket Index Perpetual Swap Contract
BitMEX launches MEMEMEXTUSDT, a new meme coin basket index perpetual swap contract, enhancing trading options for meme coin enthusiasts.
BitMEX Introduces 100x Leverage for SOLUSD Perpetual Swap
BitMEX has announced the launch of 100x leverage for the SOLUSD perpetual swap, effective from July 10, 2024.
BitMEX to Update Basket Indices Weights and Multipliers
BitMEX will update the weight and index multiplier of basket indices on July 26, 2024. The affected indices include .BMEMEMEXT.
BitMEX to List POPCATUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of POPCATUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, starting 24 July 2024.
BitMEX Announces Updates to Basket Indices
BitMEX has updated the weight and index multiplier of its basket indices, impacting several key indices as of July 26, 2024.
BitMEX Launches POPCATUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX has announced the launch of the POPCATUSDT perpetual swap, offering traders up to 10x leverage, according to the BitMEX Blog.
BitMEX Announces Changes to Minimum Price Increments for XBTUSD and ETHUSD
BitMEX will adjust the Minimum Price Increments for Bitcoin (XBTUSD) and Ethereum (ETHUSD) perpetual swaps starting 31 July 2024.
CoinMarketCap Users Says Exchange Rankings Make No Sense
CoinMarketCap is a renowned cryptocurrency and exchange data aggregator. Recently purchased by Binance, the site is currently under fire from users who claim that exchange rankings are being manipulated.
FTX Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled in Court Over Exchange's Risk Management Measures
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faced court examination on risk management after 2020 incident. BitMEX Research detailed discussions on "Allow Negative" code change, growth, and SBF's personal and professional entanglements.
BitMEX to Launch BMEX Token Trading on Friday
Crypto exchange Bitmex has announced it will launch the trade of its BMEX token on 11 November.
Embattled BitMEX Co-Founders to Pay $30M in Civil Fine
The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) has pronounced a combined Civil monetary fine of $30 million for the three embattled BitMEX exchange co-founders indicted for violating the US Bank Secrecy Act
The Faces Behind the Billion Dollar Bitcoin Futures Market
The BTC futures market has exploded like no one could have expected over recent years and it continues to grow. With new players on the scene from Binance to Bakkt and records being smashed left and right, here we take a look at some of the people making it happen.
DWF Ventures Explores Innovations in Perpetual DEXs Landscape
DWF Ventures delves into perpetual DEXs, emphasizing the blend of decentralization and innovation. The discourse spans from perpetuals' inception in 2016 to notable DEX protocols like dYdX and HyperliquidX advancing the ecosystem. The narrative underscores the continuous innovation and the anticipation for future advancements in the perpetual DEX landscape.
BitMEX Launches Spot Exchange Service
BitMex announced Tuesday to launch spot trading to the market for crypto traders.
BitMEX to Launch Platform Token BMEX by the End of 2022: CEO
The CEO of BitMEX announced it will launch its exchange token BMEX by the end of this year, citing that the present market conditions are not ideal enough.
Cryptocurrency Firms Deny Exposure to Troubled US Banks
Major cryptocurrency firms, including Tether, Crypto.com, Gemini, BitMEX, and others, have denied exposure to dissolved U.S. banks like Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. The firms have taken to social media to assure their users that their funds are safe and accessible despite ongoing issues in the U.S. banking system.
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Surrenders to US Authorities
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has surrendered to authorities in Hawaii to face pending charges relating to AML compliance failure.
Bitcoin Whales are Controlling the Market
Bitcoin whales are reckoning forces in crypto exchanges. Therefore, their dominance is being felt in the crypto market because of their massive liquidity.
BitMEX Agrees to Pay $100M in Settlements to the CFTC of the US
BitMEX has reached a settlement with the CFTC and FinCEN on charges bordering on illegal exchange operation.
BitMEX Co-Founder Proposes Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoin
Arthur Hayes, the co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX, has proposed creating a new stablecoin called the Satoshi Nakamoto Dollar (NUSD) or NakaDollar. Unlike major reserve-backed U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins, the proposed NakaDollar would be pegged to the sum of $1 worth of Bitcoin and one inverse perpetual swap of BTC against USD, without relying on any USD reserves. The stablecoin's peg to the U.S. dollar would be maintained via mathematical transactions between the new decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) authorized participants and derivatives exchanges.
Bitcoin Buying Power Remains Strong as BTC Holds Strong Support Despite Slight Retracement
BitMEX’s perpetual contract funding rates has returned to a neutral territory after longs were paying shorts significantly.
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Discusses Market Weakness and Banking Tricks
BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has shared his views on the potential market weakness and banking tactics in a recent article on Medium. While emphasizing that his opinions should not be considered investment advice, Hayes provides insights into the macro setup and his analysis of the current market conditions.
Bitmex to Layoff Employees a Week After CEO Takes Exit
Bitmex has reduced its number of employees as part of a strategy to move away from the company's "beyond derivatives" model.
Former BitMEX Executives to Appear in Court in March 2022
The court trial for former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes and other indicted executives has been set for March 28, 2022.
BitMEX CEO Alexander Hoptner Resigns From the Trading Platform
Alexander Hoptner tendered his resignation today as BitMEX CEO, expanding the exodus of executives from crypto
BitMEX Founder Arthur Hayes Pleads Guilty to Violating Bank Secrecy Act
BitMEX co-founders Arthur Hayes and Benjamin Delo have pleaded guilty to violating the United States Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Former BitMEX Executive Agrees to be Extradited Back to the US as Trial Drags on
Former BitMEX executive Gregory Dwyer has finally agreed to be extradited to the US to face charges of banking law violations.
BitMEX’s Bid Fails to Acquire 268-Year Old German Bank
BitMEX wanted to purchase Bankhaus von der Heydt to leverage its business in Europe. However, the plan didn’t work out. While the reason behind the fallout of the deal is not known, BaFin’s involvement is suspected.
BitMEX's Greg Dwyer Pleads Guilty for Role in Money Laundering Case
Greg Dwyer has pleaded guilty to money laundering charges associated with BitMEX in a US court in Manhattan.