2026-07-25
BitMEX Sued for Forced Liquidation to Retain 622.66 BTC
BitMEX faces a class-action lawsuit, with plaintiffs alleging it retained 622.66 BTC that should have been returned through forced liquidation mechanisms.
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BitMEX announced its official shutdown, while firms such as Galaxy Digital made large ETH deposits and issued bonds; the market is focusing on signals from whales and OTC trading.
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Arthur Hayes Liquidates 2,364 ETH at $241k Loss via OTC Desks
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes executed a partial Ethereum exit through institutional desks, realizing a $241,000 loss on 2,364 tokens. The transaction highlights sophisticated risk management mechanics within volatile digital asset markets rather than si
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1,600 BTC Whale Transfer Sparks Speculation Amid Calm Market Conditions
Odaily tracked a $105 million Bitcoin transfer between anonymous wallets. With no exchange deposits yet, analysts suggest custody rearrangement rather than immediate selling pressure, urging investors to monitor broader trends.
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Bitmine-Linked Whale Acquires $19.5M ETH via FalconX OTC Desk
An address linked to Bitmine purchased 10,460 ETH worth $19.48 million through FalconX. This strategic OTC move signals institutional interest in Ethereum, though the exact intent behind the accumulation remains unconfirmed by on-chain analysts.
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Whale Moves $9.3M From Binance To Lido, Signaling Long-Term Hold
An anonymous entity transferred 4,950 ETH valued at $9.34 million from Binance to Lido. This capital shift underscores growing institutional appetite for liquid staking yields and suggests a strategic pivot toward long-term holding within the Ethereum eco
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Whale Extracts $29.9M From BitMEX Amid Shutdown, Signaling Shift To Self-Custody
A whale withdrew 468.3 BTC from BitMEX following its closure announcement. This move highlights regulatory pressures, competition from rivals, and the growing trend of users prioritizing self-custody over centralized exchange holdings.
WOOFUN Research2 days ago53News
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Dormant HYPE Whale Unlocks $57.6M After 18-Month Silence
An inactive address moved 1.032 million HYPE to institutional brokers Coinbase Prime and FalconX, realizing 186% gains from a $20.15M initial investment via Gate, signaling potential controlled OTC liquidation rather than a market dump.
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Bitcoin Drops 32% in H1 2026 as Accumulators Flip to Sellers Amid Macro Headwinds
Binance Research attributes Bitcoin’s 32% H1 2026 decline to Fed hawkishness, BoJ contraction, and $4.5B ETF outflows. On-chain data signals advanced capitulation, suggesting a potential bottom formation in Q4 2026.
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BitMEX Settles 35 Derivatives Ahead of Shutdown, Warns of $50 Monthly Fees
BitMEX executed early settlements for 35 low-volume derivatives on July 30, waiving fees for this event. However, the exchange warns that KYC-verified users retaining assets post-closure will face monthly charges of $50 or 1% annually.
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BNB Plus Dumps Manager After Nasdaq Suspension, Leaving Treasury Void
BNB Plus terminates Cypress management following Nasdaq trading suspension. The $1 million settlement includes shares and cash, but no replacement CIO or asset manager is named, leaving BNB investment decisions in limbo.
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Hayes Adds $6.3M ETH as Doctor Profit Reverses BTC Shorts Amid Market Debate
Arthur Hayes accumulates millions in Ethereum while analyst Doctor Profit closes BTC shorts and shifts to accumulation. Despite bullish moves by Tom Lee, conflicting views persist on whether Ethereum has bottomed or faces further downside before a major r
WOOFUN Research4 days ago79News
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Arthur Hayes Adds $6.39M in ETH Despite $301k Paper Loss
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes increased Ethereum holdings to 7,213 ETH via a $6.39 million purchase, signaling deep conviction in the asset’s infrastructure role despite current paper losses and volatile market conditions.
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100 Crypto Projects Die in 2026: Starvation, Not Collapse, Signals Industry Purge
BitMart and BitMEX shutdowns mark a shift from explosive 2022 failures to orderly 2026 liquidations. RootData tracks 100 exits as mid-tier firms starve due to unsustainable token-incentive models, while capital concentrates at the top.
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BitMEX Shutdown: From 100x Leverage King to Regulated Exit
BitMEX ceases operations in 2026 after 11 years, marking the end of an era defined by perpetual swaps, record volumes, and intense regulatory battles with the CFTC and FinCEN, culminating in a presidential pardon.
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Arthur Hayes Buys $6.3M ETH, Extending $14M Accumulation Streak
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes added 3,298 ETH via OTC desks, bringing his mid-July total to over $13.8 million. This aggressive accumulation signals strong bullish conviction during market consolidation.
WOOFUN Research5 days ago102News
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BitMEX Sued Over Alleged Seizure of 622 BTC via Internal Trading
Plaintiffs accuse BitMEX of exploiting server freezes and internal desks to seize 622 BTC through flawed liquidations. The suit seeks coin return, alleging fraud and replevin, while CEO Peter Wilkinson dismisses claims as spurious.
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Whale Extracts $57.8M ETH From Binance In Seven-Day Accumulation Streak
An anonymous entity withdrew 30,244 ETH valued at $57.8M from Binance over seven days. This sustained off-exchange movement signals long-term accumulation intent amidst ongoing price consolidation and broader market uncertainty.
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BitMart Wind-Down Triggers Withdrawal Bottlenecks, Reviving 2022 Exchange Failure Fears
BitMart’s abrupt nine-year exit halts trading and freezes withdrawals, sparking project complaints and on-chain scrutiny. While outflows remain low, strict compliance checks and past reserve disputes heighten anxiety during the final shutdown phase.
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Whales Swap $35.9M DAI for ETH Amid Consolidation
Two anonymous wallets converted $35.85 million in DAI to 18,030 ETH at an average price of $1,988. This accumulation, tracked by EmberCN, suggests long-term positioning despite market uncertainty and declining supply dynamics.
WOOFUN Research6 days ago311News
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BitMart Wind-Down Triggers Withdrawal Delays Amid Asset Drop
BitMart's operational wind-down announcement has triggered withdrawal slowdowns and user complaints. With assets dropping from $102M to $69M, the exchange faces scrutiny over its promised orderly exit and potential acquisition complexities.
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BitMart Shutdown: CEO Ousted, CZ Warns of Industry Consolidation Amid Orderly Exit
BitMart announces phased shutdown by Jan 2027, citing strategic shifts. Former CEO Nenter Chow claims sudden ousting. CZ comments on difficult times and acquisition complexities as BMX token plummets.
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BitMEX Shutdown Triggers $40M BTC Lawsuit Over Alleged Insider Trading
BKX and Namdar sue BitMEX for 623 BTC losses, alleging improper liquidations and insider trading. The filing coincides with the exchange's announced closure, sparking market volatility and legal challenges regarding its operational history.
WOOFUN Research9 days ago90News
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BitMEX Exits Without Crisis, Highlighting Shift From Balance Sheet To Smart Contract Risks
BitMEX’s orderly shutdown contrasts with 2022 failures, signaling a structural pivot in crypto risk. While centralized exchanges improve operational safety, smart contract exploits and infrastructure vulnerabilities now dominate industry losses.
WOOFUN Research9 days ago85News
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BitMEX Shuts Down: Perpetual Contract Pioneer Exits After Failed Sale and Regulatory Battles
BitMEX announces shutdown after failing to find buyers, citing liquidity loss and regulatory fines. Despite inventing perpetual contracts, the platform faces closure as competitors dominate the market.
WOOFUN Research9 days ago66News
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BitMEX Delists 65 Pairs Ahead of 2026 Shutdown Amid Structural Pressures
BitMEX removed 65 trading pairs in July citing low interest as it prepares to cease operations on Sept. 23, 2026. Adviser Roshan Dharia attributes the closure to liquidity concentration and rising regulatory costs for mid-sized exchanges.
WOOFUN Research9 days ago104News
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BitMEX Shutdown Signals Accelerated Crypto Consolidation Amid Rising Regulatory Costs
BitMEX's closure highlights industry consolidation as regulatory costs rise and liquidity concentrates among major players. While offshore pioneers fade, regulated US and UK venues like Coinbase and Kraken capture growing perpetual futures volume.
WOOFUN Research10 days ago111News
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BitMEX Shutdown Imposes $50 Monthly Fees on Late Withdrawals
Seychelles-based BitMEX mandates a September 23 closure, imposing steep monthly penalties on retained assets. With negligible market share, the exit triggers minimal volume displacement despite strict withdrawal deadlines for traders.
WOOFUN Research10 days ago40News
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BitMEX Shutdown Triggers 92% BMEX Crash and $2.9B Derivatives Exodus
BMEX token plummeted 92% as BitMEX prepares to cease operations. Bitcoin open interest on the exchange dropped 96% to $113 million, reflecting a massive user exit and the erosion of the token's utility ahead of the September closure.
WOOFUN Research10 days ago51News
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BitMEX Collapse Blamed on Biden Regulations, Not Security Failures
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao attributes BitMEX’s closure to stringent Biden-era crypto regulations rather than security breaches. The exchange’s founders paid $10 million each in Bank Secrecy Act fines, marking a regulatory defeat despite an orderly
WOOFUN Research10 days ago98News
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BitMEX Shutdown: $50 Fees, Aug 26 Deadline, and the End of Perpetual Swaps
BitMEX ceases operations on September 23, 2026. Trading halts August 26. Late withdrawals incur $50 or 1% annual fees. Review the timeline, security warnings, and the exchange's legacy in perpetual swaps.
WOOFUN Research10 days ago65News
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Dormant Whale Buys $52M ETH via Galaxy Digital OTC Desk
A wallet inactive for three months acquired 27,000 ETH worth $52.03 million through Galaxy Digital’s over-the-counter desk. The move highlights institutional trading mechanics and large-holder sentiment amidst market uncertainty.
WOOFUN Research10 days ago130News
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Binance Freezes TRX Transfers for Maintenance on July 23
Binance suspends TRX deposits and withdrawals starting July 23 at 6:00 a.m. UTC for scheduled wallet maintenance. Trading remains active, while users are advised to complete pending transfers before the cutoff to ensure smooth operations.
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Galaxy Deploys $5M to Shield Bitcoin From 2030 Quantum Threats
Galaxy allocates $5 million for quantum-resistant Bitcoin infrastructure, led by a council including Barry Sanders. The initiative targets post-2031 security standards to bridge the gap between rapid quantum advances and current cryptographic defenses.
WOOFUN Research12 days ago55News
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Galaxy Digital Deploys $5M to Shield Bitcoin From Quantum Threats Before 2030
Galaxy Digital allocates $5 million to the Bitcoin Quantum Readiness Initiative, funding post-quantum research and ecosystem coordination to mitigate risks from Q-Day, potentially arriving by 2030.
WOOFUN Research12 days ago235News
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Lombard Finance Shifts $47.8M Bitcoin to Galaxy Digital OTC Desk
A wallet linked to Lombard Finance transferred 750 Bitcoin, valued at $47.8 million, to Galaxy Digital. The move, detected by on-chain monitors, is interpreted as an over-the-counter trade to minimize market impact, signaling strategic repositioning by in
WOOFUN Research16 days ago39News
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FG Nexus Liquidates Entire ETH Position in $86.6 Million Loss Event
FG Nexus dumped 51,156 ETH across exchanges, realizing an $86.6 million loss. This systematic exit by a known accumulator signals deepening institutional caution amid sustained Ethereum price weakness.
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FG Nexus Liquidates 3,375 ETH at Loss as Total Drawdown Surpasses $90 Million
FG Nexus deposited 3,375 ETH to Galaxy Digital, marking another loss-making sale. Cumulative divestments now total 41,675 ETH against a $196 million entry, leaving realized losses exceeding $90 million.
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FG Nexus liquidates 10,000 ETH for $17.8M as unrealized losses exceed $100M
FG Nexus offloads 10,000 ETH tokens worth $17.8M, marking total losses over $100M on a 50,770 ETH position. This aggressive unwind contrasts with peers accumulating assets while the firm's stock drops 13.40%.
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Ki Young Ju
11 days ago
BitMEX recorded $84M in BTC futures volume yesterday, representing 0.08% of the market. It was a great exchange that helped shape the industry, and now it is passing the torch to the next generation of exchanges it inspired. https://t.co/sbL9SSWGmf
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Ash Crypto
12 days ago
Nearly $1 BILLION worth of $BTC was bought by spot Bitcoin ETFs in the last six trading days. INSTITUTIONS ARE LOADING UP AGAIN!! https://t.co/Ue5Wkgr7Yd
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余烬
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PANews丨APP全面升级
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CoinDesk
10 days ago
MARKETS: $BTC holds near $65,000 as an $800B AI stock selloff, the Magnificent Seven's worst day since April 2025, barely touched crypto. https://t.co/E1D1zMJ5Zn
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Cointelegraph
12 days ago
🐋 UPDATE: A Bitcoin OG has sold the final 1,000 $BTC worth $65.6 million, completing the exit of a 5,000 $BTC position held for over 12 years that turned an estimated $1.66 million investment into nearly $436 million. https://t.co/4YA9aRLCKI
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Crypto Rover
12 days ago
Damn… $BTC just surged back above $66,900, triggering $217M in liquidations within hours. Over the past 24 hours, total crypto liquidations have reached $426M. Current leverage: - $1.52B in shorts - $10.19B in longs That’s 6.7× more longs than shorts, with liquidation risk extending all the way down to $57,000.
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Ash Crypto
23 days ago
Someone bought 80,000 Bitcoin in 2011 for $260,000 when BTC was trading at just $3.25. He survived multiple crashes and held for nearly 14 years without touching a single coin. Then in 2025 he sold it all for over $9 Billion, a 34,615x return. https://t.co/mstGZzlEWg
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2026-07-24
BitMart launches SOFI USDT perpetual contracts on July 23.
BitMart’s futures section has added the SOFI USDT trading pair, offering up to 20x leverage, with launch expected on July 23.
2026-07-07
BitMart launches 10 perpetual contracts on July 7.
BitMart plans to launch 10 trading pairs, including OPENSTOCKUSDT, on July 7, with leverage up to 20x.
2026-06-30
Three senior executives at BitMEX have resigned collectively.
On June 29, established exchange BitMEX experienced significant changes in its management team, with CEO Stephan Lutz, CFO, and Chief Growth Officer—all three key executives—submitting their resignations simultaneously. The reasons for their departures were linked to the company’s ongoing efforts to sell itself and undergo business restructuring. Former COO Peter Wilkinson immediately assumed the role of CEO. This leadership reshuffle occurred amid the company’s sale process; while official statements claimed the sale was not directly affected, the market is closely watching how integration will proceed moving forward.
2026-06-27
BitMart Launches WEN Perpetual Contracts on June 26 (06-27)
On June 26, BitMart announced the launch of WEN/USDT perpetual contracts, offering up to 20x leverage, with trading commencing on the same day. Additionally, the platform listed perpetual contracts for three stocks, including Kingboard Holdings, also providing a maximum leverage of 20x. Furthermore, RAM-related ETF perpetual contracts were set to go live at 19:00 on the same day, featuring 20x leverage as well. These actions signify BitMart’s concrete progress in developing products for specific token and stock derivatives.
2026-06-26
BitMart launches WEN perpetual contracts on June 26.
On June 26, BitMart launched three new perpetual contracts: WEN/USDT, Kingboard Holdings, and RAM ETF. All of these new contracts support up to 20x leverage, with the WEN contract going live for trading on the same day and the RAM contract set to be available at 19:00. This move signifies an expansion of the platform’s product portfolio in the realm of crypto and equity derivatives, offering traders enhanced leverage options.
2026-06-18
BitMart launches 3 20x leverage contracts, including GS, on June 18.
BitMart’s futures section has added perpetual contracts for GS, ROKU, and GDX, offering up to 20x leverage to expand trading options for traditional asset derivatives.
2026-06-11
BitMart reveals plans to launch 8 new contracts.
BitMart officially announced that it will launch 8 types of perpetual contracts with 20x leverage, including PLUSDT, on June 9, followed by the addition of 8 more perpetual contract pairs, such as DISUSDT, on June 10. This initiative aims to expand the platform’s range of derivative trading assets and product offerings, though it has not been implemented yet.
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