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BitMEX

BitMEX is not on the FCA's list of registered cryptoasset firms. The FCA Warning List has an entry for “BitMex”, first published 20 Mar 2020.

FCA status

On FCA Warning List · checked 21 Oct 2026

FCA Warning List

“We believe this firm may be providing financial services or products in the UK without our authorisation.” · entry “BitMex”, first published 20 Mar 2020 · fca.org.uk official

FSMA cryptoasset authorisation

None yet: the regime starts on 25 Oct 2027; applications opened on 30 Sep 2026. The FCA does not publish applicants. fca.org.uk official

Type

Exchange / broker app (VASP Tracker classification)

Public statement

We found no dated public statement about applying under the new regime.

History

• 20 Mar 2020FCA Warning List entry published for “BitMex”. — fca.org.uk official

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