Source: HTX

Prologue

Time is the most peculiar and also the most luxurious unit of measure in the crypto world.

Here, overnight, a magnificent skyscraper can be built, and overnight, a tower can collapse. Twelve years, for an industry that is constantly evolving, is almost equivalent to a geological era. It is enough to bury countless former kings and also enough to witness the true voyage through cycles.

Huobi HTX is such a vessel. As it sails through its twelfth year, we have the opportunity to peruse its nautical log. But this log is not composed of cold data and candlestick charts; rather, it is written by vivid stories.

“Mike Banana,” “Big Brother,” “Bull Demon King,” “Desert Brother” — they are the four special “sailors” on this ship. Their life trajectories intersected with Huobi HTX at different points in time, and since then, they have weathered the storms together. These are stories of ordinary people about choices, tempering, symbiosis, and long voyages that may be more touching in the hustle and bustle of the crypto world than any myth of sudden wealth.

Chapter One: Boarding the Ship — Beginning with a Pure Reason

Every great journey begins with a seemingly random boarding.

In 2019, while still in junior high school, Mike Banana (@mikehoski1) was full of youthful curiosity about the world. When the news of “Justin Sun Lunching with Buffett” was overwhelming, he did not pay attention to the noisy chatter. In his mind, there was only a simple question hovering: “What is blockchain, and how can I participate?” So, he typed into the search bar — the first name that popped up on the screen was “Huobi.”

That simple download was like a ticket to a new continent, sending a teenager onto the deck of the crypto world. He leveraged a starting capital of 2000 RMB to earn his first bucket of gold in the crypto career. The joy of that moment was not about the size of the numbers but about personally pushing open the door to an unknown world.

Almost simultaneously, Big Brother (@dabiaogeggg) also chose Huobi HTX as his main port. His reason was equally pure and straightforward: “The interface looked the most comfortable and was the most in line with the habits of Chinese-speaking users.” He deeply engaged in Huobi HTX activities, from the C2C Selection Station to community interactions; every step felt like the companionship of an old friend.

The Bull King (@Btcniumowang) boards the ship with the perspective of an experienced Builder. As an early adopter, he needed a comprehensive and high-performance "workbench." He commented, "Huobi HTX's features are comprehensive, UI is smooth, and security is high." Years ago, starting from project operations and community building, he chose Huobi HTX as his preferred platform because it was like a handy tool that could support his grand vision.

As the year 2021 arrived, the storm in the crypto world had attracted more onlookers. Big Desert Brother (@damobianyuan), a technical leader commanding legions in an internet giant, possessed a meticulous and precise understanding of the world. However, a casual gathering shook his coordinates. A colleague inadvertently revealed the balance in his mobile wallet—a long string of numbers, equivalent to over 1 million RMB.

The impact of that moment far exceeded any performance metric in a technical document. Big Desert Brother described his feeling at the time as being "deeply shocked." This colleague became his guide, drawing him a map to the Web3. Huobi HTX became the initial window for this meticulous tech giant to observe and experiment in this "new land."

Thus, some out of curiosity, some out of habit, some out of shock, and some out of professionalism, at different times and in different mindsets, boarded the Huobi HTX ship. Initially, they might have just wanted to seek the legendary treasure, but little did they know that they would become part of the journey itself.

Chapter 2: The Storm—Adherence to Stability and Warmth in the Trough

No sailing ship can avoid all storms. In the crypto world, raging storms are the norm, testing the sailors' will and examining the integrity of the hull. The warmth of Huobi HTX quietly emerges in these troughs—it is not just a platform but also a timely helper in need.

Big Brother still vividly remembers the crazy week of May 2021. It was a legendary time for ETC. Relying on his keen sense of the market, on Huobi HTX, he confidently went long from just over ten US dollars. The straight green line on the candlestick chart, like a kite string infinitely elongated, had the rapidly expanding balance of his account at the other end. In just seven days, he made a profit exceeding 1.2 million RMB.

The profit screenshot capturing the peak moment still lies quietly on his computer hard drive. It is not only proof of wealth but also a badge, recording a trader's perfect surfing on the high-risk wave with a stable and reliable platform.

However, the gift of the ocean often comes with equally fierce trials. Following the highlight is the infamous "519" — a market bloodbath where trading platforms frequently experience lags. "But Huobi HTX's customer service response is fast, always able to resolve issues promptly," Big Brother said.

The storm also swept through the young Mike Banana. A single wrong judgment caused a significant drop in his assets. Feeling disheartened, he was on the verge of giving up. "A huge waterfall almost took me down. At that time, I felt helpless, but fortunately, I received some assistance from Huobi HTX and even won some experience funds in an official tweet draw."

Although the amount was small, it was enough to reignite the flame of hope. Mike Banana decided to take a risk. Using the platform's unique 200x leverage, like an experienced helmsman, he accurately captured every tiny rebound in the volatile market. Three days later, a miracle happened. Not only did he recover all his losses, but he also made a profit. This rapid turnaround from hell to heaven gave him a completely new understanding of the cruelty and charm of trading and made him feel the lifesaving grace from Huobi HTX.

Compared to Big Brother's passionate surfing and Mike Banana's counterattack, Desert Brother's voyage appeared more composed. This tech-savvy individual, after exploring various Web3 plays, ultimately chose to return to the purest secondary market, using the profound "Tangle Theory" as his navigation compass. What he needed was a sturdy deck that could ensure trading depth and a matching engine that never crashes in any extreme market conditions.

On the other hand, the Bull Daemon watched the storm from his Builder's unique perspective, observing the "vessel itself." While other users were more concerned about their account's profits and losses, what he cared about more was the platform's load-bearing capacity. He was like the ship's chief engineer, rarely seen on the deck, but understanding better than anyone whether the ship's engine was powerful enough to withstand the most violent storm.

The storm would separate true sailors from the rest and test the vessel's quality. Users who had experienced the trials and tribulations of the market used their own stories to prove that the Huobi HTX ship was strong enough and warm enough.

Chapter 3: Compass — From "User" to "Co-Builder"

When a ship has enough sailors working together, its course is no longer solely determined by the captain. The sailors' voices become the compass for recalibrating the direction.

This feeling of "being heard" was particularly keen for Mike Banana. After Justin Sun became a global advisor to Huobi HTX, he keenly felt that the ship was recalibrating its course, preparing for a "takeoff." Through a chance opportunity, he was invited to participate in an online product feedback session. He brought up all five pain points he had accumulated over time about software experiences.

He thought it was just a routine feedback session, but a month later, when he updated the Huobi HTX app, he was pleasantly surprised to find that all the issues he had raised had been addressed one by one. "I have never felt like a participant before," Mike Banana's voice was filled with excitement. "On some other platforms, I'm just an observer."

This transformation from a "user" to a "co-builder" is also being experienced by Big Brother. In his WeChat friend list, there are over twenty Huobi HTX employees, ranging from department heads to frontline operations. He can directly bring up optimization suggestions such as copy trading feature, and the relevant person in charge will not avoid the conversation but will communicate directly, providing a timeline for improvements. Moreover, Big Brother's feedback can reach even the "global advisor"; when he reported usage issues on Twitter, Justin Sun would reply and promptly address the problems. For example, when he raised the issue of limited withdrawal channels, the platform quickly added several new channels.

As for Bull Demon King, in his role as an HTX DAO observer, he takes a more macro view and scrutinizes the direction this ship is heading. He strongly agrees that Huobi HTX is moving towards the vision of being the "exchange of the people." In his opinion, this means the platform is "more focused on user feedback, more focused on user experience." This focus on core user needs is reflected not only in the praised UI design and smooth user experience but also in the platform's ability to maintain stable operation even during peak usage in a bull market, as well as the efficiency of the customer support team.

Desert Brother, in his unique technical way as a tech person, is involved in calibrating the compass. As a senior developer, he habitually views the platform with a product mindset. He proactively analyzed the advantages of competitors in detail and provided specific improvement suggestions to better activate the Huobi HTX ecosystem.

These rigorous and professional feedbacks represent the voice of the users: they express themselves or remain silent but always accompany and drive this ship towards perfection with the most professional perspective.

Epilogue: Voyage - A Twelve-Year Bet of Belief

Twelve years, for a person, is the growth from an ignorant child to a graceful young adult; for a brand, it is the transformation from a small boat to a transoceanic giant ship. Standing at this point in time, every old sailor has their own expectations and confidence in the future of this ship.

They keenly perceive that Justin Sun, this highly topical global adviser, has injected new vitality and imagination into Huobi HTX.

Desert Brother bluntly stated that Justin Sun is not only the spiritual leader of Huobi HTX but has also brought a dual upgrade in terms of strategy and product. Similarly, Big Brother also praises the "C2C Select Station," believing that the "100% compensation for judicial freeze" initiative is a significant safeguard for user security and has driven the standardization of the entire industry. "Brother Sun is a very hardworking and meticulous person. These matters are not only innovative and user-focused but also uplifting the entire industry," Big Brother added.

The Bull King, on the other hand, expressed his approval from a more macro strategic perspective. He believes that for a platform to go far, it must embrace regulation while continuously providing competitive products. Meanwhile, Huobi HTX is making dual progress in "global compliance" and "financial product innovation," laying a solid foundation for the platform's long-term stable development.

When asked to provide suggestions or give blessings for the twelfth anniversary of Huobi HTX, their responses formed the most touching conclusion.

Big Brother and Desert Brother gave sincere advice, hoping that the platform, in addition to the "external work" of marketing, would continue to cultivate the "internal work" of product experience.

The Bull King, on the other hand, hopes that Huobi HTX will achieve breakthroughs in global compliance and financial product innovation, while providing more educational resources and diversified product services for newcomers to the industry.

Young Mike Banana was particularly moving. This teenage KOL, deeply influenced by Huobi HTX during his adolescence, after expressing his expectations for platform features such as the Web3 wallet, said in an almost oath-like tone:

"In these twelve years, I have only accompanied you for about five or six years. However, in these twelve years from twelve to twenty-four years old, I feel that I can stay with you through this whole cycle."

This statement may perhaps be the warmest annotation of the concept of "friend of time."

The journey continues, and the distance is still the vast sea of stars. But we have reason to believe that as long as there are many sailors on board with diverse backgrounds but equally sincere, willing to tightly bind their navigation map with the course of this ship, then, no matter how many storms lie ahead, Huobi HTX, this ship, will be fearless and always moving forward.

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