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BitMEX Delists XBTUSD, Ending 12-Year Run of the First Bitcoin (BTC) Perpetual

COINOTAG·September 17, 2026·1 min read
BitMEX Delists XBTUSD, Ending 12-Year Run of the First Bitcoin (BTC) Perpetual

BitMEX has settled and delisted XBTUSD, ending the 12-year run of the first Bitcoin (BTC) perpetual swap. Perpetuals now top 75% of crypto trading volume, highlighting their dominance. The delisting marks a significant shift for the exchange and the broader derivatives market, as traders adapt to new offerings.

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