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The new name, explained in a blog post on the exchange’s website, symbolizes Huobi (H), Sun‘s blockchain Tron (T), and “exchange” (X). This change coincides with Huobi’s tenth anniversary, marked by the Roman numeral X.
However, it has drawn comparisons to FTX, the exchange that made waves in the crypto market at the end of the previous year. This remains a lingering pain for the industry to this day.
FTX faced a downturn partly due to its heavy reliance on its native exchange token, FTT, which it used for collateral and valuation. Additionally, FTX held significant positions in tokens linked to projects backed by its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, often referred to as “Sam’s Coins.” As FTX’s reputation waned, the value of these tokens plummeted.
According to Bloomberg, Huobi’s reserves are primarily composed of tokens connected to Justin Sun, accounting for approximately 60%, raising concerns about its vulnerability to price fluctuations in Sun’s tokens. Additionally, Huobi’s holdings of USDT, a widely traded cryptocurrency, have been declining.
Questions have arisen regarding the degree of separation between Huobi and Justin Sun, given that Sun revealed ownership of “tens of millions” of HT tokens and continued investing in the platform. This rebranding occurs as Sam Bankman-Fried faces trial for his role in FTX’s troubles, further fueling comparisons between the two exchanges.
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Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, 23rd May 2024, Chainwire
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