Arthur Hayes: Founder of BitMEX and Influential Crypto Entrepreneur

By Drift Striker · February 19, 2026

Arthur Hayes stands as a pivotal figure in the global cryptocurrency ecosystem. As co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX, Hayes helped pioneer the crypto derivatives market, carving a new path for institutional trading and risk management in digital assets. His story—a blend of Wall Street sophistication and the disruptive spirit of blockchain—sheds light on the […]