BitMEX Announces Scheduled Downtime for Options Trading on September 24

BitMEX has announced a scheduled downtime for its options trading platform on September 24, 2024. According to the BitMEX Blog, the downtime will commence at 04:00 UTC and is expected to last for approximately 30 minutes, concluding at 04:30 UTC.

Impact on Trading Activities

During this maintenance window, options trading on BitMEX will be temporarily unavailable. The downtime will affect all trades placed on BitMEX Options, which will not be processed during this period. Additionally, any deposits made to an options Sub Account will not be credited until the downtime has concluded and the platform is fully operational again.

Fund Safety and User Communication

BitMEX has assured users that all funds will remain secure during the downtime. Deposits that are not credited during the maintenance window will be processed once the platform is back online. The company will provide updates on the status of the maintenance through their status page.

Support During Downtime

For users who have questions or require assistance during the scheduled downtime, BitMEX has advised contacting their support team through the Support page on their website.

This scheduled maintenance is part of BitMEX's ongoing efforts to ensure the reliability and efficiency of its trading platform. Users are encouraged to plan their trading activities accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.