If the rise in Bitcoin's value proves that "time is a friend," then the steadfast security of Huobi HTX demonstrates "the power of trust."

If we rewind to 2011, you would need 162 Bitcoins to buy an iPhone 4s. At that time, the iPhone was still the pinnacle of tech consumer goods, while Bitcoin was seen as a "digital game" for a few geeks. Fast forward to 2025, and the latest iPhone 17 is worth only 0.007 BTC. In just over a decade, the iPhone has continued to iterate and update, but the value of Bitcoin has undergone a dramatic transformation. Behind these somewhat exaggerated numbers lies the rise of crypto assets and a microcosm of the crypto industry's evolution from wild growth to maturity.

iPhone and BTC: A Testament to the Era in Price Curves

From the price of the iPhone 4s peaking at 162 BTC, to the iPhone 5s dropping to 5 BTC, and the iPhone 6s valued at 2.8 BTC; by 2017, the iPhone 8 only required 0.19 BTC; and now, the iPhone 17 is nearly just 0.007 BTC.

The drop from 162 BTC to 0.007 BTC is an astonishing curve that genuinely reflects the long-term rise in Bitcoin's price.

Some joke: "Those who bought iPhones back then missed an opportunity for financial freedom." But the reality is deeper: Bitcoin's journey from obscurity to widespread acclaim stems from the accumulation of technological consensus and the construction and improvement of the crypto industry's infrastructure.

Huobi HTX: 12 Years of Long-Termism and Builder's Commitment to Industry Growth

Alongside Bitcoin's growth are the crypto asset trading platforms that have deeply engaged in the industry. Huobi HTX, one of the leading exchanges established early in the industry, celebrates its 12th anniversary this year. During this time, Huobi HTX has witnessed the ups and downs of the crypto world and has accompanied users through various cycles with continuous security enhancements and compliance explorations.

Looking back at Huobi HTX's 12-year development journey, we can see how an exchange has evolved from a startup platform to a global leader in crypto asset trading.

● In 2013, Huobi was founded: Born amidst the wave of internet innovation, Huobi emerged when BTC was still under $1,000.

● In 2017, industry frenzy and regulatory challenges: Bitcoin broke the $10,000 mark, and Huobi accumulated a vast user base, but also faced global compliance pressures.

● After 2020, compliance and internationalization: Huobi accelerated its globalization, continuously advancing multi-regional license applications, and its user base surged to become a global leader.

● From 2023 to 2025, brand renewal and security strategy upgrades: The Huobi brand was upgraded to Huobi HTX, marking a new chapter in global expansion; security construction continued to upgrade, with 35 consecutive months of publicly disclosing Merkle Tree Proof of Reserves (PoR), ensuring asset transparency, and creating the industry's first "0 freeze + 100% compensation" mechanism in the C2C deposit and withdrawal field, thoroughly addressing users' concerns about fund security.

Just as the long-term logic behind Bitcoin's value curve, Huobi HTX continuously upgrades its products and security systems over 12 years to safeguard the assets of tens of millions of users worldwide.

Security is the "Hard Currency" of Exchanges

The fundamental consideration for users when choosing an exchange is whether their funds are safe. The decade-long growth of Bitcoin is a result of accumulated consensus, while the rapid development of Huobi HTX relies on continuous iterations of its security foundation.

Since the launch of the C2C selection station, it has maintained a 0 freeze policy and promised 100% compensation, addressing the risks most concerning to deposit and withdrawal users. Additionally, the Proof of Reserves (PoR) has been disclosed monthly for three consecutive years, with the reserve ratio consistently above 100%, achieving "visible security." Huobi HTX continues to invest in security measures such as key management, cold and hot wallet isolation, and cross-chain asset custody to ensure user assets are completely secure.

This relentless pursuit of security mirrors Apple's continuous hardware iterations. Just as the iPhone 17 features MIE hardware-level "memory safety" upgrades to provide stronger protection for high-net-worth users and crypto signers, Huobi HTX is also building multiple layers of security for users through professional technology and strict regulations.

In Conclusion: Stay True to Your Original Intentions to Achieve Your Goals

The comparison of iPhone prices serves as a footnote to Bitcoin's growth. Meanwhile, the 12-year development journey of Huobi HTX reflects the industry's evolution. If Bitcoin's value rise proves that "time is a friend," then Huobi HTX's commitment to security demonstrates "the power of trust."

As Bitcoin transitions from a niche community to the global financial system, Huobi HTX has transformed from an exchange into a comprehensive crypto financial service platform. It is not only a witness to the industry's rapid development but also a participant in security construction and rule-making.

At this milestone of its 12th anniversary, Huobi HTX not only presents an impressive report card but also exemplifies the long-termism of a trading platform through its actions. In the future, regardless of how Bitcoin's price fluctuates, users can find that core sense of security at Huobi HTX.

About Huobi HTX

Founded in 2013, Huobi HTX has evolved over 12 years from a cryptocurrency exchange into a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem, covering digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investment, incubation, and other services.

As a global leader in the Web3 space, Huobi HTX adheres to a development strategy of global expansion, ecological prosperity, wealth effect, and security compliance, providing comprehensive, safe, and reliable value and services for virtual currency enthusiasts worldwide.

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