Huobi HTX OTC August Risk Control Monthly Report: Building a Strong Foundation for User Asset Security with Professional Strength

To further enhance users' understanding and trust in the platform's security mechanisms, Huobi HTX OTC has officially released the "Risk Control Monthly Report for August 2025." The report details the specific measures and achievements of the platform in real-time risk monitoring, intelligent identification technology application, and 24/7 security protection, demonstrating Huobi HTX's unwavering commitment to strengthening user asset protection in a transparent manner.

Through system-level risk control optimization and efficient identification of abnormal trading behaviors, Huobi HTX OTC has continuously consolidated its risk control barriers in August, effectively curbing potential risk events and comprehensively safeguarding user asset security. The platform always adheres to the core concept of "user-centered" and is committed to building a safe and trustworthy digital asset trading environment.

Users can verify the identity of staff through the official address to prevent impersonation scams and information misguidance from the source.

1. Core Security Data Overview

In August, the risk control system of Huobi HTX OTC demonstrated strong and efficient operational capabilities. The platform completed approximately 2.1 billion risk detection operations, with a detection frequency exceeding the industry average by three times, further ensuring comprehensive coverage and proactive prevention of potential risk behaviors.

Through intelligent identification and execution of risk control strategies, the platform successfully intercepted 11.59 million risk behaviors, with an average daily interception of 292,000, significantly compressing the triggering space for risk events. More critically, during this process, the system successfully blocked potential user fund losses of 910,000 USDT, alleviating users' concerns through its strong "preemptive protection" capabilities.

In terms of account security, the abnormal risk control rate for user cards in August was controlled at 0.00046%, which is ten times lower than the industry average, significantly reducing the negative impact of transactions on users' bank accounts, and the selection station maintained an impressive record of 0 freezes. Additionally, the platform responded to 100% of user complaints, handling a total of 2,814 user complaints in August, with an average processing time of less than 15 minutes, providing users with timely and professional assistance.

2. August Threat Landscape and Defense Guidelines

Based on the identification and data analysis of the risk control system, the risks faced by users in August were mainly concentrated in five categories. Among them, false payment proofs and impersonation scams each accounted for 25%, becoming the two main types of scams. Such risks often mislead users into making mistakes through forged transfer screenshots or impersonating customer service identities. Therefore, the platform advises users to verify the receipt status through the payment channel and not to trust screenshots or verbal explanations easily. Users can also use the identity verification tools provided by Huobi HTX to ensure the authenticity of official staff identities.

In addition, joint scams, account farming fraud, and inducement to cancel orders each accounted for 10%. Joint scams often manifest as discrepancies between the payer's real name and the platform's, and users are advised to immediately report such situations and wait for customer service intervention. For large transactions, the platform strongly recommends ensuring that funds are received before completing the order. As for inducement to cancel orders, it often comes with excuses like "bank card limit" or "system card freeze," intending to make users voluntarily abandon order completion, thus executing fraud. Huobi HTX reminds users that if they encounter such situations, they should immediately click the "Report" or "Request Customer Service Intervention" button on the order page to avoid property loss.

3. Risk Control System Upgrade Record

During August, Huobi HTX OTC implemented multiple upgrades to its core risk control system to further enhance the overall security protection capabilities of the platform.

In terms of the rule engine, the system added 19 new intelligent identification rules, improving the accuracy of identifying new user fraud behaviors to 97%. Meanwhile, the risk control team built a behavioral characteristic database for cross-border fraud gangs, providing model support for subsequent precise strikes.

On the user-side protection front, the platform continuously enhanced its security alert mechanisms. In August, a total of 511,500 high-risk operation pop-ups were triggered, with the system able to automatically trigger risk warnings in high-risk scenarios. The coverage rate of high-risk transaction alerts also achieved 100% real-time reach, effectively reminding users to avoid falling into potential scams.

4. Typical Scam Case Analysis

In practical prevention and control, Huobi HTX OTC focused on analyzing two common scam methods, providing users with specific identification ideas and response suggestions.

Case 1: False Payment - Forged Screenshots

Scammers send forged bank transfer screenshots immediately after the transaction order is placed, urging users to release funds with reasons like "system delay" or "transfer amount takes time." If users fail to log in to the payment channel to verify the receipt personally and trust the other party based solely on screenshots or text messages, it may lead to asset loss. Huobi HTX reminds users to verify the receipt status through official channels and not to act based on screenshots; if the other party's urging is abnormal, they should be more vigilant.

Case 2: Inducement to Cancel Orders

Such scams are often triggered by fake sellers posting advertisements that are significantly better than market prices, leading users to place orders. After users make payments and upload proof, scammers will induce users to cancel orders with reasons like "the system might have frozen/delayed," "the bank card has suddenly been limited/frozen, unable to receive payments," or "the order seems to have timed out, to avoid funds being frozen by the platform, please cancel first." Huobi HTX reminds users that if sellers or buyers actively propose canceling orders during the transaction process, accompanied by various reasons, there is a 99% chance it is a scam, and they should immediately report it and wait for platform intervention.

5. User Safety Action Guidelines

To help users establish basic risk prevention awareness, Huobi HTX OTC has specially compiled a concise and clear anti-fraud mantra:
Before trading, look carefully; we don't deal with bad credit;
Prices that are outrageous are traps; being greedy for small bargains is most fatal.
If the other party urges you, don't rush; canceling orders is a trap;
If problems arise, just report it; customer service intervention is the right path.

6. Security Upgrade Preview for This Month

In September, Huobi HTX OTC will continue to promote the refined execution of risk control strategies, focusing on the following directions:

1. New feature launch
   ● Chinese-speaking regions: Enable low-quality user identification, high-risk IP tracking, and monitoring of non-real-name payment behaviors.

● Overseas regions: Launch risk monitoring mechanisms for newly registered accounts, low transaction rates, and small account farming.

2. Continuous strengthening of special inspection mechanisms

The platform will focus on combating new types of scams and push anti-fraud knowledge weekly to enhance users' risk identification capabilities.

Eight years of steadfastness, the original intention remains unchanged. Huobi HTX OTC is committed to building a strong security barrier for every user with powerful professional strength and continuous investment, creating a transparent and controllable trading environment. The platform sincerely invites users to actively provide feedback and suggestions to jointly promote the continuous upgrade of the OTC trading security system.

About Huobi HTX

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

As a leading global Web3 portal, 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.