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HTX

HTX

HTX, formerly known as Huobi Global, is a cryptocurrency exchange that has rebranded to signify a new chapter in its operations. The name HTX reflects...

Backpack

Backpack

Backpack Exchange, is a fully regulated cryptocurrency exchange built by the team behind the Solana-native Backpack Wallet and the Mad Lads NFT collec...

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General

Platform
HTX logo
Backpack logo
Founded
HTX 2013
Backpack 2022
Headquarters
HTX China
Backpack Tokyo, Japan
Availability
HTX Worldwide, excluding US
Backpack Worldwide (lending unavailable in US, a few states restricted)

Fees & Financial

Bonus
HTX
Backpack
Token
HTX HTX
Backpack
Compounding
HTX No
Backpack Yes
Payouts
HTX
Backpack
Fees
HTX
Backpack
Lockup
HTX
Backpack Unbonding period applies
Maker Fee
HTX 0.02
Backpack 0.08
Taker Fee
HTX 0.04
Backpack 0.1

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
HTX
Backpack 0.03%
BTC Max
HTX
Backpack
ETH Rate
HTX 3%
Backpack 0.86%
ETH Max
HTX
Backpack
Stablecoin Rate
HTX 4%
Backpack

Unique Pros

  • Established exchange with long history
  • Wide coin support

Key Cons

  • Regulatory uncertainty following Huobi rebrand
  • Not available in some regions

Unique Pros

  • Fully regulated in multiple jurisdictions
  • Solana-native with strong ecosystem

Key Cons

  • Lending rates are dynamic and can be low
  • Newer platform