Question 1

What are cryptocurrency derivatives?

Accepted Answer

Cryptocurrency derivatives are tradeable financial instruments that derive their value from an underlying crypto asset (e.g., Bitcoin). They allow traders to gain exposure to an asset’s price movement without having to own the asset itself. As in traditional markets, two parties enter a contract that specifies conditions such as the validity period, price, and quantity.

Question 2

What is BitMEX?

Accepted Answer

Founded in 2014, BitMEX is a cryptocurrency exchange for derivatives and the inventor of the 100x leverage perpetual swap. BitMEX offers 100+ derivatives products including Perpetual Swaps, Futures, Options, Pre-Launch Futures, and Prediction Markets. Since inception, BitMEX reports zero customer funds lost, and provides low-latency execution, deep liquidity, and high availability.

Question 3

What products does BitMEX offer?

Accepted Answer

BitMEX offers: 100+ derivatives products (Perpetual Swaps, Futures, Pre-Launch Futures, Prediction Markets); spot trading for 10+ pairs; and a Convert feature supporting 30+ cryptocurrencies. The platform includes a customizable trading UI and pro features such as Trading Bots, Multicharting, Sub Accounts, Hotkeys, and the Tie News Feed.

Question 4

Is BitMEX a safe cryptocurrency exchange?

Accepted Answer

Since 2014, BitMEX states it has lost zero customer funds through intrusion or hacking. BitMEX uses a combination of cold and hot wallets and strong cryptographic key management, alongside rigorous operational security measures. The exchange first published Proof of Reserves in 2021 and continues to provide regularly updated Proof of Reserves and Liabilities.

Question 5

How to trade cryptocurrencies on BitMEX?

Accepted Answer

You can trade 100+ cryptocurrencies on BitMEX via Perpetual Swaps, Futures, and Pre-Launch Futures markets. To get started, register for an account, complete identity verification, deposit funds, and begin trading.

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