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HTX (Huobi)

HTX (Huobi) is not on the FCA's list of registered cryptoasset firms. The FCA Warning List has an entry for “HTX (htx.com)”, first published 8 Oct 2023.

FCA status

On FCA Warning List · checked 21 Oct 2026

FCA Warning List

“This firm may be providing or promoting financial services or products without our permission. You should avoid dealing with this firm and beware of scams.” · entry “HTX (htx.com)”, first published 8 Oct 2023 · fca.org.uk official

FCA consumer research 2025

1% of UK crypto users who used an exchange said they had used HTX (Huobi) (2024: 2%). YouGov for the FCA, fieldwork Aug–Sep 2025, Figure 27 · fca.org.uk official

FSMA cryptoasset authorisation

None yet: the regime starts on 25 Oct 2027; applications opened on 30 Sep 2026. The FCA does not publish applicants. fca.org.uk official

Type

Exchange / broker app · major brand (VASP Tracker classification)

Public statement

We found no dated public statement about applying under the new regime.

History

• 8 Oct 2023FCA Warning List entry published for “HTX (htx.com)”. — fca.org.uk official

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