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Arthur Hayes

Arthur Hayes

Co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX,

User Info

 

Arthur Hayes is an investor and entrepreneur from the United States. He is the previous CEO of BitMEX, one of the top cryptocurrency derivatives exchanges globally. In 2014, he co-established BitMEX, facilitating cryptocurrency trading through leveraged Bitcoin futures.

 

He is often seen sharing his insights and views on the Bitcoin market. He also backs crypto-related projects and helps them gain momentum with his advice on the market.

 

Quick Facts

 

Full name

Arthur Hayes

Birth

1985, Detroit, Michigan

Nationality

American

Education

Economics & Finance from the Wharton School of Business 

Marital status

Married

Net worth

Estimated $500-700 million

 

Hayes previously worked at Deutsche Bank and Citigroup. While working at these fintech firms, Arthur concentrated on establishing crypto derivatives as a common standard. In 2021, he encountered legal problems concerning BitMEX's compliance. Nevertheless, he settled the matter through legal means.

 

Arthur Hayes - Timeline and Events

 

  • 2016 – Launched the XBTUSD perpetual swap, revolutionizing crypto trading.
  • 2018 – BitMEX became one of the largest Bitcoin trading platforms.
  • 2020 – Faced legal scrutiny but remained a key industry figure.
  • 2021 – Settled U.S. legal issues and stepped down as BitMEX CEO.
  • 2022 – Focused on crypto investments and writing industry insights.
  • 2023 – Advocated for Bitcoin adoption and decentralized finance (DeFi).
  • 2024 – Continued shaping the digital asset space through investment and research.

 

Arthur has collaborated with various blockchain experts and engaged with innovative startups for the growth of crypto and Web3 innovations. He continues to be an influential voice in the crypto space and shares his perspectives on Bitcoin, DeFi, and blockchain regulations.

 

Useful Links to Connect With Arthur Hayes

 

Platform

Link

X (formerly Twitter)

https://twitter.com/CryptoHayes

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-hayes

BitMEX Website

https://www.bitmex.com

Personal Blog

https://cryptohayes.substack.com

Contact Details

Social Media

Expertise

  • Entrepreneur
  • Investor
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Trader