Cyber Connect (CYBER), one of Web3’s biggest decentralized social networks, is coming to BitMEX, via our new Tether-margined linear futures listing – CYBERUSDTQ23. From 10 August 2023 08:00 UTC, traders on BitMEX can get exposure to CYBER via our new futures contract, and with up to 20x leverage.CYBERUSDTQ23 will be available here for trading, or...Read More
Abstract: In this piece we evaluate Paul Sztorc’s BIP-300 and BIP-301 Drivechain proposals. We assess the sidechain peg-out system and the benefits of blind merge mining. In particular we discuss some of the Bitcoin mining economic and incentive arguments around sidechains. There are potentially higher mining costs associated with merge mining and the claim that...Read More
In traditional finance, we know headlines can move markets, and informed trading decisions come from having the latest information readily available. When it comes to crypto, the rule that knowledge is power, is one that comes with an even greater weight. Which is why, in line with our mission to provide traders the best experience,...Read More
July was a history making month in the world of crypto regulation. Ripple’s ruling as a non-security marked not just a moment for the market, but a sentiment surge. A surge brought on by greater regulatory clarity and a signal of sustainable ecosystem growth. Regulatory wins aside, we also launched Guilds – our take on...Read More
From early next week, the XBTETH perpetual swap will be available to users on BitMEX. It’s a move that means traders will be able to speculate on the ratio between XBT* and ETH, margined in Bitcoin, and with up to 100x leverage. The addition of this unique derivative to our expanding product suite, makes new...Read More
(Any views expressed in the below are the personal views of the author and should not form the basis for making investment decisions, nor be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in investment transactions.) Bringing order to a parcel of our elegant but chaotic universe requires a combination of two fundamental components. The...Read More
As a BitMEX affiliate, you can leverage your community, connections and influence to earn up to 45% commission and BMEX Tokens. We’re always seeking new members. Our crypto affiliate programme is open to influencers, content creators, crypto communities, trading platforms, businesses, and more. Sounds good? To know more and sign up – read on. Also,...Read More
WorldCoin is soon available for trading on BitMEX via a new listing – WLDUSD, with up to 50x leverage, making this new contract one of the highest max position sizes in the industry. WLDUSD will begin trading on BitMEX on 25 July 2023 at 04:00 UTC. What is WorldCoin? The Worldcoin token (WLD) is the...Read More
Along with AC Milan we’re proud to announce we’ve extended our partnership. First formed in 2021, it is a collaboration based upon a firm foundation of shared values, including innovation, dedication, and a commitment to being #1 in our respective fields. Moving forward, we will continue supporting the club, transitioning to a Premium Partner from...Read More
Abstract: In this piece, we compare the gold & precious metals trading community (gold bugs) in the 2009 to 2012 period, to that of today’s cryptocurrency community. In particular we look at the similar and controversial nature of the role played by US regulator Gary Gensler today and thirteen years ago. In both cases, some...Read More
Guilds has now entered βeta, a testing period in which we’re giving traders – new, existing and/or returning – the chance to not just win their share in the Guild Pot, our weekly prize pool, but share their input on what they’d like to see from our new take on social trading. Currently, 14 Guilds...Read More
(Any views expressed in the below are the personal views of the author and should not form the basis for making investment decisions, nor be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in investment transactions.) My faith in humanity’s future was restored a few weeks back after I visited a truly exceptional coffee shop...Read More
In line with our purpose to provide institutional and professional traders with an exchange platform that caters to their needs, we are pleased to introduce our newly implemented feature, chart trading. An addition created to make the placing of orders easier, faster, and much more intuitive. It’s another tool our developer team is rolling out,...Read More
(Any views expressed in the below are the personal views of the author and should not form the basis for making investment decisions, nor be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in investment transactions.) Last week, I caught up with my favourite OG volatility fund manager named David Dredge and a few of...Read More
On 30 June 2023 at 12:00:05 UTC, we will update our index weights at BitMEX. From today, the hypothetical values of indices with their new weights will be published as the “NEXT” index family (e.g. .BXBT_NEXT). As of 30 June 2023 at 12:00:05 UTC, assuming no constituent exchanges have been excluded – and due to...Read More
On 14 June 2023 at 04:00 UTC, we will be listing new quarterly futures on BitMEX. The new contracts will be visible on the platform from 13 June at 04:00 UTC as Unlisted, 24 hours before the start of trading. Please see the table below for the listing and settlement dates of current and upcoming...Read More
The recent actions of the SEC against Binance and Coinbase signify a new phase in the US’ long-running effort to regulate cryptocurrencies. As was expected, both exchanges have faced withdrawal pressure and the market has taken a hit – with stock prices and valuations of US-based crypto firms sliding. So too the altcoins that may...Read More
Abstract: We take a second look at the fee differences between actual Bitcoin blocks produced by miners and the fees one may expect, based on a local Bitcoin Core node. We explore the concept of out of band fees as a potential explanation for these differences. We have detected evidence that the recent apparent increase...Read More
May was a month of many meme coin listings to meet market demand, as well as platform improvements and partnership announcements, intended to really support you(sers) and boost the BitMEX ecosystem. We also shared more on our plans to send Bitcoin to the moon, yes the moon. For all that happened, or is about to happen...Read More
(Any views expressed in the below are the personal views of the author and should not form the basis for making investment decisions, nor be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in investment transactions.) The weekend before I travelled to Miami for this year’s edition of the annual celebration of our Lord Satoshi...Read More
After almost three years as a BitMEX open source development grantee, Calvin Kim is leaving the program. Calvin’s grant expired on 31 May 2023. Calvin has received a US$100,000 grant from the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), which was announced on 9 May 2023. Therefore the funding of Calvin’s research and development work on Bitcoin and...Read More
ORDI will arrive at BitMEX via a new listing – ORDIUSD, with up to 50x leverage, making this new contract one of the highest max position sizes in the industry. What is ORDI? Ordinals (ORDI) is a cryptocurrency that operates with inscriptions written on the Bitcoin blockchain. Thanks to the ORDI protocol, information such as...Read More
Abstract: When making low value payments on the lightning network, especially in “high” onchain fee environments, the security benefits of the lightning’s HTLC system may be somewhat limited. This problem may only be applicable in a limited number of scenarios, namely while the payment is in-flight and mainly for payment routers. Quantifying the magnitude of...Read More
The leading open-source cryptocurrency trading library, CCXT, has joined the BitMEX Partner Programme, bringing faster and more reliable trade execution, real-time access to market data, and an even more streamlined trading experience for our users. Simultaneously and symbiotically, we are pleased to join CCXT’s Certification Program, which will improve the reliability of our connection via...Read More
Tomorrow, BOB will arrive at BitMEX via a new listing – BOBUSD, with up to 50x leverage, making this new perpetual contract one of the highest max position sizes in the industry. What is BOB? The BOB Token is an AI meme token behind the “Bob Is Here To Explain” Twitter account, an AI bot...Read More
We are pleased to announce we’ve made a US$50,000 donation to Brink, a non-profit organisation that exists to strengthen the Bitcoin protocol and network through fundamental research and development. Brink is an organisation with a purpose, that aligns well with that our of BitMEX. In the past four years BitMEX has awarded close to US$2...Read More
Crypto data and research platform Block Scholes has now joined the BitMEX Partner Programme, an addition that will grant BitMEX users a 50% discount on Block Scholes software, presenting them with affordable access to an array of sophisticated, interactive, and customizable analytical tools. By leveraging this integration, BitMEX users can also gain access to new...Read More
Detailed in this update, you’ll also find a breakdown of the upcoming operations and changes surrounding BitMEX Hong Kong, and what these will mean for our users. You’ll also find a FAQ at the bottom, created to answer any other questions that might arise. For context, the introduction of BitMEX Hong Kong was prompted by...Read More
RNDR has arrived at BitMEX via a new listing – RNDRUSD, with up to 50x leverage, giving this new contract one of the highest max position sizes in the industry. What is RNDR? RNDR is the utility token of The Render Network – a provider of decentralized GPU based rendering solutions. It is an ERC-20...Read More
We’ve partnered with Astrobotic Technology Inc. and Bitcoin Magazine to send the first physical Bitcoin to the Moon. Set to launch at the Kennedy Space Center in the coming weeks, the mission will mark a significant milestone for space exploration and a defining moment for crypto as we explore the possibilities of Bitcoin beyond planet...Read More
