What is HTX (formerly Huobi Global)?
HTX is a leading international digital asset exchange serving users in over 100 countries. Originally founded in 2013 in China, the platform offers comprehensive trading and investment services, with a daily trading volume exceeding $4 billion.
As a centralized exchange (CEX), HTX supports:
- 500+ cryptocurrencies
- 300+ trading pairs
- Initial Coin Offering (ICO) tokens
- Insurance-backed asset protection
- 24/7 multilingual customer support
Key features of HTX’s ecosystem include:
✔ Spot trading
✔ Margin trading (up to 3x leverage)
✔ Futures & derivatives (up to 200x leverage)
✔ Staking & crypto loans
✔ OTC (over-the-counter) trading
👉 Explore HTX’s trading platform
Who Founded HTX?
Leon Li, a Tsinghua University graduate and former Oracle engineer, founded HTX (then Huobi Global) in Beijing (2013). The company later relocated its headquarters to Seychelles, with offices in Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, and the U.S.
Restricted Countries
HTX restricts access for users in:
- Full ban: China, U.S., Canada, Japan, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, Crimea, Singapore, Venezuela
- Derivatives ban: UK (retail users), New Zealand, Israel, Iraq, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Ecuador, Kyrgyzstan
Note: HTX plans to re-enter the U.S. market via a licensed entity.
Supported Coins & Fiat Currencies
HTX lists 400+ cryptocurrencies, including:
- Major coins: BTC, ETH, LTC, XMR, DOGE
- Stablecoins: USDT, HUSD
- Native token: HT (Huobi Token)
Fiat options (as of August 2022): EUR, GBP, USD, AUD, CHF, JPY, and 15+ others.
Fee Structure
HTX uses a volume-based tiered system:
- Standard fees: 0.20% maker/taker
- Discounts: Reduced fees for high-volume traders & HT token holders
- Professional traders: Fees start at 0.0362% (maker) / 0.0462% (taker)
Leverage & Margin Trading
- Margin trading: Up to 3x leverage (cross-margin)
- Futures: Up to 200x leverage for BTC/ETH contracts
- Interest rates: Calculated hourly
FAQ
Q: Is HTX safe?
A: Yes, HTX employs cold storage, multi-signature wallets, and an insurance fund to protect user assets.
Q: How do I withdraw funds?
A: Navigate to "Assets" > "Withdraw," select your coin, and enter the destination wallet address.
Q: Can U.S. citizens use HTX?
A: No, but HTX plans to launch a compliant platform for U.S. users.
Q: What’s the minimum deposit?
A: Varies by coin (e.g., 0.001 BTC for Bitcoin).
Q: Does HTX offer staking rewards?
A: Yes, with APYs varying by coin and lock-up period.
Q: How do I contact support?
A: Use live chat, email, or Twitter (@HTX_Global).