Our commitment to providing a liquid market for users occasionally necessitates early delistings or settlements of certain contracts. Below are the key details regarding upcoming changes:
Delisting Schedule for Futures Contracts
The following linear futures (BCH, EOS, LTC, TRX) and reverse futures (XBTEUR) will be delisted after their regular December 2021 expiry:
| Trading Pair | Expiry Date (UTC) | Settlement Mechanism |
|--------------|-------------------------|----------------------|
| BCHXBT | December 31, 2021, 12:00 | 30M Settlement Index |
| EOSXBT | December 31, 2021, 12:00 | 30M Settlement Index |
| LTCXBT | December 31, 2021, 12:00 | 30M Settlement Index |
| TRXXBT | December 31, 2021, 12:00 | 30M Settlement Index |
| XBTEUR | December 31, 2021, 12:00 | 30M Settlement Index |
Note: No H22 futures contracts will be listed for these pairs post-delisting.
Early Settlement of Perpetual Contracts
The ALTMEXUSD and DEFIMEXUSD perpetual swaps will undergo early settlement on December 15, 2021, at 12:00 UTC. Key details:
- Testnet Preview: A mock settlement will occur 24 hours prior on the testnet for user transparency.
- Settlement Process: Follows the BitMEX Early Settlement Guidelines.
- Funding Fees: No funding fee exchange or settlement fees will apply at the time of early settlement.
👉 Learn more about perpetual contract settlements
User Actions Recommended
- Manually adjust or close positions before the early settlement timestamp.
- Monitor testnet simulations for process clarity.
FAQs
Q: Why are these contracts being delisted?
A: To maintain market liquidity and align with trading demand, underperforming contracts are periodically reviewed and delisted.
Q: Will new futures replace the delisted ones?
A: No H22 contracts are planned for these pairs. Users may explore alternative instruments.
Q: How is the 30M settlement index calculated?
A: It averages the underlying asset’s price over a 30-minute window preceding expiry.
Q: Can I trade these contracts after early settlement?
A: No. Positions will be automatically closed at settlement.
👉 Explore active trading pairs post-delisting
For further assistance, contact BitMEX Support.