Celsius Takes Legal Action Against BitMEX Seeking $495 Million Over 2020 Crash Liquidations
In the wake of the dramatic market downturn that unfolded in early 2020, Celsius Network’s estate has initiated a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX, demanding roughly $495 million in damages. The claim centers on the loss of 6,360 Bitcoin that were liquidated during the COVID‑19‑driven crash, a loss that the estate attributes directly to BitMEX’s handling of leveraged positions and a…
Sept. 16, 2026, 5:34 p.m.