HTX

Verified
Est. 2013 Seychelles SC
Exchange Spot Futures Margin Proof of Reserves 2FA

HTX (formerly Huobi) is a long-standing exchange that has seen declining market share in recent years. While it still offers a broad product suite, concerns around leadership changes, reduced liquidity, and regulatory uncertainty have impacted user confidence.

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Trading Method
Spot, Futures, Margin
Total No. Cryptos
500
BTC ETH SOL ...
Min Cost to Trade
No minimum
Trading Platforms
Web & Mobile App
Crypto Wallet Required
Yes
Noam Korbl
WRITTEN BY Noam Korbl Co-Founder & Head of Research
Justin Grossbard
EDITED BY Justin Grossbard Co-Founder & CEO
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2.6 /5
BELOW AVERAGE
Based on 52/100 Score
security
65/ 100
fees
78/ 100
trading
76/ 100
regulation
52/ 100
liquidity
68/ 100
How is our rating calculated?

Is HTX Available in Australia?

HTX has an AUSTRAC-registered Australian entity, HBGL PTY LTD, registered under the AML/CTF Act 2006. The local registration mainly enables compliant OTC conversion between USDT/USDC and fiat (including AUD), rather than a fully integrated AUD on-ramp on the main exchange. Australian residents should treat HTX as a global exchange with limited direct AUD support, and confirm current local product availability and AUSTRAC status on the AUSTRAC public register before funding. ASIC consumer protection rules apply to any derivatives or leveraged products.

Pros

  • Long operating history since 2013
  • Wide range of trading products and services
  • Reasonable fee structure with token-based discounts

Cons

  • Significant decline in trading volume and liquidity
  • Frequent leadership and ownership changes
  • Regulatory status unclear in most jurisdictions
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52 / 100
HTX Verified
Est. 2013 Seychelles SC
Trading
Spot Futures Margin
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About the Author: Noam Korbl

Noam Korbl is the co-founder of TheRockTrading.com and has been an online trader since 2014. He has a Bachelors in Finance from Monash University and has been an investor in shares and equities for decades, and successfully started and sold various online businesses.