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Shutdown tracks the cessation of operations by a digital asset firm, protocol, or service. Whether voluntary or forced, shutdowns signal the end of a project's lifecycle. This can include exchange closures, DeFi protocol wind-downs, or mandated shutdowns ordered by regulatory authorities.

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