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Crypto exchange BitMart to shut down, ending trading by August 26
BitMart announced it will close its exchange operations, with trading ending August 26 and the platform fully shutting down in January. The closure follows a sharp drop in its BMX token and user reports of delayed withdrawals.
Why it matters for the crypto market
The shutdown of a long-running crypto exchange reduces the number of trading venues available to users and may raise concerns about smaller exchanges facing similar pressures.
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