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Quick Take
  • BitMEX exchange will shut down on September 23, 2026, at 04:00 UTC.
  • The team announced the closure on Thursday and said the decision was made after a strategic review of the business.
  • The Seychelles-based firm immediately halted all new account registrations.
  • It told users to close positions and withdraw funds well before the deadline.

What Happened

BitMEX exchange will shut down on September 23, 2026, at 04:00 UTC. The team announced the closure on Thursday and said the decision was made after a strategic review of the business.

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Market Context

The exchange will then force close open trades to settle the market in order. Any positions left open at closure get closed automatically.

Why It Matters

The Seychelles-based firm immediately halted all new account registrations. It told users to close positions and withdraw funds well before the deadline.

What the Shutdown Means for Users

Details

BitMEX set a phased wind-down before the final date. From August 26, it will block new positions and allow only reductions.

Unwithdrawn balances also carry a cost. Users who completed Know Your Customer (KYC) checks face a monthly fee of 50 USD or 1% per year, whichever is higher.

BitMEX unstaked all BMEX Token (BMEX) holdings and returned them to accounts. It also warned traders about scams tied to the news.