Vela Exchange Announces Platform Shutdown
**Vela Exchange** has announced the shutdown of its DeFi platform due to market conditions and slower user adoption. Key points:
- Platform will cease operations on October 31st
- New positions blocked as of October 24th, 2PM EST
- All open positions must be closed before October 31st
- VLP holders: 48-hour lock period, followed by fee-free withdrawals
- Company pivoting to technology licensing and white-label solutions
*Users should close positions and withdraw funds immediately. VLP withdrawal fees drop to 0% on October 26th @ 2PM EST.*