BitMEX
Coverage of BitMEX in the Nexus archive.
- Crypto exchange BitMEX removes CEO, CFO and head of growth
Crypto exchange BitMEX has removed its CEO, CFO, and head of growth. The decision involves top executives in key leadership roles.
- Crypto billionaires bankroll Nigel Farage's pro-crypto party
Christopher Harborne, linked to Tether, and Ben Delo, co-founder of BitMEX, donated $9.4 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in the first quarter. The donations support Farage’s pro-crypto political party.
- Crypto Billionaires Donate $9.4M to Farage’s Reform UK in Q1
Crypto billionaires Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo donated $9.4 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK in Q1, outspending Britain's traditional political donors.
- Soaring bond prices signal 'structural' shift and Bitcoin 'supercycle': Analyst
Fixed-income investors are panicking as government securities, traditionally considered low-risk, show signs of instability. BitMEX researcher Shang Wu links this trend to a potential 'structural' shift in markets and a Bitcoin 'supercycle'.
- This Bitcoin price model targets ‘conservative’ $255K by year-end
Analysts predict Bitcoin will reach new record highs in 2026, with a target price of $255K by year-end, considered a conservative estimate. Bernstein and BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes also project similar growth. Bitcoin's potential upside is highlighted by these projections.
- Bitcoin Could Hit $126,000 as New Bull Run Began With US-Iran Conflict, Says BitMex's Arthur Hayes
Bitcoin's price could reach $126,000 due to a new bull run sparked by the US-Iran conflict, according to BitMex's Arthur Hayes. The prediction suggests a significant increase in Bitcoin's value. The US-Iran conflict is seen as a catalyst for this potential growth.
- newish to crypto, occasionally see bitmex called a scam is there something current i should know?
A user from India is asking about the legitimacy of BitMEX, a cryptocurrency exchange, after seeing comments calling it a scam. The user has had a positive experience with BitMEX so far and wants to know if there are any current concerns. They are aware of past issues with US regulators but want to understand the present situation.
- there is no "best exchange" there is the best one for what you're actually trying to do. stop tier-listing and start asking the right question
The best cryptocurrency exchange depends on the user's specific needs and goals, such as simple fiat transactions or trading derivatives. Different exchanges are suitable for different purposes, and self-custody with a decentralized exchange (DEX) is often the right choice for medium to long-term holds. Users should consider factors like fees, execution quality, and token availability when choosing an exchange.
- BitMEX Opens 24/7 FX Perpetual Trading for Crypto Traders
BitMEX has opened 24/7 FX perpetual trading for crypto traders, allowing them to trade continuously. This move is expected to increase trading activity and provide more opportunities for crypto traders. The platform's expansion into FX perpetual trading marks a significant development in the crypto trading space.
- Story from 2020, is bitmex safe or nah?
The 2020 BitMEX case involved a $100M CFTC settlement for operating unregistered derivatives and lacking AML controls. BitMEX implemented KYC, paid the fine, and continued operations without customer fund losses. The article contrasts this with Bybit's 2025 'North Korea' hack, questioning how such incidents shape platform perceptions.
- Funding rate divergence between exchanges on the same perp i've been obsessing over this for months
The article discusses persistent funding rate discrepancies between exchanges for the same perpetual contracts, such as ETHUSDT on BitMEX and Bybit, which remain unexplained despite similar open interest and mark prices. The author explores potential reasons like regional taker flow, funding formula differences, and execution friction but questions why these gaps persist for days without arbitrage closing them.
- Realized how much i was burning on conversion fees last year and felt genuinely dumb about it
A user realized they unnecessarily spent $340 on conversion fees between ETH and USDT on BitMEX over two years, unaware the exchange had introduced multi-asset margin collateral allowing ETH/BTC to be used directly. The user regrets not checking updated platform features and price exposure during swaps.
- Someone asked me yesterday if trading perps was actually worth 6 years and I've been chewing on it since.
A trader reflects on six years of perpetual futures trading, starting with $2k in 2019. Experiences include significant gains and losses, the 2022 FTX collapse, and a shift toward secure exchanges. By 2025, their account grew to $61k with mixed feelings about advising others to trade.
- honestly idk why every "what exchange do you use" thread becomes 200 comments about taker fees
The article critiques the overemphasis on taker fees in cryptocurrency exchange discussions, arguing that reliability during market crises and liquidity pricing methods are more critical. The author shares personal experiences with Binance and BitMEX, emphasizing the importance of checking exchange status during major events and evaluating how liquidation prices are calculated.
- There's no "best crypto exchange" there's the best one for what you're actually doing
The article argues there is no universally 'best' crypto exchange, emphasizing that the optimal choice depends on specific user needs. It recommends Coinbase or Kraken for US users needing fiat on/off ramps, Bybit or Bitmex for derivatives trading outside the US, and any exchange for short-term BTC accumulation and cold storage.
- BitMEX taps Zodia Custody for off-exchange collateral trading
BitMEX has partnered with Zodia Custody to enable institutional crypto derivatives trading using off-exchange collateral stored in segregated custody. This collaboration aims to enhance institutional access to derivatives markets by leveraging secure, custodial solutions.