Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX to shut down - Reuters

Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX will permanently shut down on September 23, 2026, ending nearly 12 years of business as its Bitcoin futures market share declined. Following this announcement, the BMEX token experienced a massive crash, plunging between 90% and 98%. The closure marks the end of the platform's operations, leaving traders to navigate the impact of the shutdown. The news was reported by Reuters and Crypto Briefing, highlighting the exchange's complete exit from the market.