HTX Releases December Security Report, Highlighting a Year of Unwavering Security Achievements
Singapore, Singapore, January 21st, 2025, Chainwire
As a leading cryptocurrency exchange, HTX maintained its perfect security record in 2024 with zero incidents. This achievement reflects the platform’s strong emphasis on security, unceasing vigilance against risks, and constant improvement of its security system. Since May 2024, HTX has been regularly publishing security monthly reports to enhance platform transparency, strengthen security services, and reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding user assets. HTX recently released its December Security Monthly Report, concluding 2024 with a strong security record and significantly enhanced data.
Account Security: Raising Users’ Security Awareness
In December 2024, HTX sent over 350,000 security reminders to users, including 315,347 emails and 36,425 SMS messages. Additionally, through sustained efforts to eliminate potential sources of threat, the platform successfully targeted and shut down 3 phishing websites and fake app download sites.
Transaction Security: Preventing Fraud Risks
HTX successfully intercepted 4 withdrawal attempts to scam addresses, preventing potential losses of over 60,000 USDT for users. This represents a 294% increase compared to November’s figures. The platform also received reports through multiple channels, resolving 10 incidents involving stolen assets from external sources that were transferred to the platform. HTX assisted in freezing approximately 320,000 USDT in stolen funds, a 627% increase compared to that of November. These efforts showcase HTX’s strong sense of responsibility in transaction security.
Asset Security: Blocking the Influx of High-Risk Funds
HTX has made significant progress in controlling illegal fund flows. In December, the platform flagged 59 new blacklisted addresses and intercepted 5 deposits from these addresses, totaling over 74,000 USDT — a 34% month-on-month increase. By implementing these measures, HTX effectively prevented high-risk funds from entering the platform, ensuring a secure and compliant trading environment.
In 2024, HTX demonstrated notable advancements in its security efforts, as outlined below:
● Transaction Security: HTX intercepted 98 fund transfers to scam addresses over the year, preventing user losses of over 1.37 million USDT. It also assisted in freezing 7.83 million USDT in external stolen funds.
● Account Security: HTX sent over 2.7 million security alerts o and shut down 130 phishing sites.
● Asset Security: HTX added 71,089 new blacklisted addresses and intercepted deposits from the blacklisted addresses, with the involved funds amounting to 5.71 million USDT.
Previous Security Monthly Reports: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
According to the team, in 2025, HTX will continue to prioritize security in the development of the platform by further investing in security technology, constantly optimizing the security system, and improving risk management. The platform is committed to building a more secure, transparent, and trustworthy cryptocurrency trading environment and ensuring the utmost protection of assets for every user.
About HTX
Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses. As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance”, HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.