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Hallelujah

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On 6 Nov 2025 at 12:00 UTC, we will delist 3 derivatives contracts (please see the list below). The contracts will be settled early at 12:00 UTC on 6 Nov 2025 ( “T settle”), according to the standard practice described in our Exchange Guide.

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Let's learn the core mechanics of perpetual futures, how it's different from traditional futures, and the risk associated with trading them.

What is Mining? How it works and Examples

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Let's learn about what is exit liquidity, how to avoid it, and common red flags that could put your portfolio at risk.

What Is Staking in Crypto?

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Crypto Wallets Explained: How They Work & How to Choose

A crypto wallet is the software or hardware tool that stores and secures these confidential private keys. These keys are your proof of asset ownership, allowing you to send, receive, and authorize transactions.

Now Live: ZECUSDT Perpetual Swap Listing With Up to 33x Leverage

A new perp listing for ZEC (Zcash) - ZECUSDT – is now available to trade on BitMEX, with up to 33x leverage. Trading started here at 04:00 UTC on 31...

Now Live: XMRUSDT Perpetual Swap Listing With Up to 33x Leverage

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Adapt or Be Left Behind: Stephan’s Take on Surviving the Fast Cycles of Crypto

Executive Summary Wealth Masters took the unique opportunity to host an exclusive interview with BitMEX CEO Stephan Lutz, offering our trading community rare insights into how one of the world’s...

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