BitMart crypto exchange to shut down after nine years of operation

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Cryptocurrency exchange BitMart has announced it will permanently cease operations after nine years in business. The exchange has given users one month to close any open trades and six months to complete fund withdrawals. No specific reason was provided by BitMart for the decision to shut down. Following the announcement, the exchange's native BMX token plummeted by 58% in value.

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