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HTX Overcomes DDoS Hurdle, Assures User Fund Safety

HTX rebound from cyberattack with enhanced security, reinforcing their commitment to user-centric governance in the blockchain.
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HTX Overcomes DDoS Hurdle, Assures User Fund Safety

In response to a recent Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack, HTX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, and its decentralized autonomous organization (HTX DAO) have successfully reinstated their services. The DDoS attack, occurring on Friday, briefly disrupted operations but was quickly addressed, showcasing the platforms’ resilience and robust security protocols.

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HTX and HTX DAO: Swift Recovery Post-Attack

The DDoS attack on HTX and its DAO lasted approximately 15 minutes, causing a temporary suspension of services. Despite this, the platforms demonstrated remarkable agility in mitigating the impact. Justin Sun, a key figure in the cryptocurrency industry and advisor to HTX, took to social media to confirm the recovery. He thanked the user community for their support and reassured them that all funds remained secure.

The exchange’s prompt action in the face of this cyber assault is not its first encounter with security challenges. The platform experienced a significant security breach on November 10th of the previous year, leading to around $97 million in theft. However, subsequent measures taken by the cryptocurrency exchange, including statements from Justin Sun, ensured that user assets remained protected.

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Evolving Ecosystem and User-Centric Governance

Founded in 2013, the exchange has evolved substantially, expanding from a simple cryptocurrency exchange to a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem. This ecosystem now includes digital asset trading, financial derivatives, wallets, and other blockchain-related services. In a move that marked its decade-long journey in the industry, the exchange rebranded from its original name, “Huobi,” to “HTX” during its 10th-anniversary celebrations.

The introduction of HTX DAO represents a significant stride in the platform’s evolution. HTX DAO is committed to user-driven governance as a multi-chain decentralized autonomous organization. Through this platform, users can actively participate in the exchange’s operations, contributing to decision-making processes via voting, engaging in community discussions, and selecting representatives. This exchange integration into the HTX DAO ecosystem emphasizes a shift towards decentralization, reflecting a broader trend within the cryptocurrency sector.

HTX DAO recently underwent a comprehensive security audit by ChainSecurity to further reinforce its security infrastructure. This audit firm, known for its work with major blockchain projects such as Polygon and MakerDAO, lends credibility to HTX DAO’s commitment to maintaining high-security standards.

Read Also: Tron Founder Justin Sun Counters UN Report, Upholds USDT Integrity

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Maxwell Mutuma

Maxwell is a crypto-economic analyst and Blockchain enthusiast, passionate about helping people understand the potential of decentralized technology. I write extensively on topics such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, tokens, and more for many publications. My goal is to spread knowledge about this revolutionary technology and its implications for economic freedom and social good.

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