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Bright editorial illustration of a cracked cryptocurrency hardware device, Bitcoin-style coins and a disconnected cable outside a modern bank.News

Why Did Bitfloor Close? The 2012 Bitcoin Theft and 2013 Shutdown

The 2012 Bitcoin theft, 2013 bank-related shutdown and later customer disputes unfolded at different times. US court records explain what is known.

Markesha Freeman

Markesha Freeman

Oct 17, 2026·5 min
Illustration of Tokyo's skyline and courthouse, with a damaged Bitcoin vault, coin stacks, legal documents, and a second illuminated vault.News

Why Did Mt. Gox Close? Bitcoin Losses and Creditor Repayments

Mt. Gox closed in 2014. Its creditor repayments through Japanese civil rehabilitation continued, with a trustee deadline extended to October 2026.

Markesha Freeman

Markesha Freeman

Oct 17, 2026·5 min
Bright conceptual scene of shattered blue glass, an open steel vault, coins, papers and courthouse columns, symbolizing Cryptsy's closure and recovery proceedings.News

Why Did Cryptsy Close? Missing Funds, Lawsuits and Customer Payments

Cryptsy's 2016 closure triggered civil recoveries of more than $1.5 million initially and $874,391.24 later. Here is what customers received and what remains unverified.

Markesha Freeman

Markesha Freeman

Oct 17, 2026·5 min
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