BitMart will wind down its cryptocurrency trading platform after nine years of operation, ending all spot and derivatives trading on Aug. 26 before ceasing operations entirely on Jan. 31, 2027. The exchange said it reached the decision after reviewing its operating conditions, the market environment and its future strategic direction. It did not identify a single financial, regulatory or operational event that forced the closure. BitMart stopped accepting new registrations, deposits and new trading orders at 01:30 UTC on Sunday. Futures accounts were moved into reduce-only mode, allowing traders to close or reduce ... (full story)