Bitfinex Bitcoin Exchange resumed work after updating the platform

Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange has returned to work after the scheduled platform upgrade.

Our upgrade is once again live.

For all your patience

– Bitfinex (@bitfinex) 26 June 2019 p.

“Our update is complete and Bitfinex trading is open again. Thank you all for your patience – we are happy to provide you with an improved experience of interaction with the trading platform. ”

Previously it was assumed that the planned work will take about seven hours. During this time, developers will have to, in particular, lay the foundation for the launch of cryptocurrency derivatives. The update was also aimed at increasing the stability and scalability of the bid matching mechanism on all exchange platforms, including Ethfinex.

Also the other day Bitfinex Technical Director Paolo Ardoino published a tweet in which he hinted that the maximum leverage for preparing for the launch of derivatives will be 100x. Later in a conversation with The Block, Ardoino confirmed the information on a hundred-fold maximum shoulder size. He also clarified that perpetual swaps are being prepared for launch, the trade in which will be available only to verified users. The exact date of launch of new tools, however, he did not name.

Earlier, BlockchainJournal reported the arrest of two Israelis suspected of hacking into Bitfinex in 2016.

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