HBTC, or Huobi BTC, is an ERC-20 token maintaining a firm, asset-backed peg of 1:1 to BTC. An equivalent quantity of BTC fully supports each 1 HBTC issued, guaranteeing users the ability to exchange 1 HBTC for BTC. ^[1]

Overview

Huobi BTC, launched by Huobi Global on the Ethereum blockchain in February 2020, serves as a cryptocurrency that maintains value equivalent to Bitcoin (BTC) while leveraging the flexibility of Ethereum. ^[1] The primary objective behind HBTC is to utilize Bitcoin as a tool for enhancing the growth of the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. It functions as an asset-backed token strictly pegged to BTC at a 1:1 ratio.^[1]

Key features of Huobi BTC include its strict peg to Bitcoin, offering an improved trading experience with faster transfer confirmations compared to Bitcoin's traditional transaction times. HBTC promotes transparency, as users can verify asset details on Bitcoin and Ethereum networks, enhancing its credibility as a transparent and verifiable asset. ^[1]

Huobi BTC contributes to market liquidity by leveraging Bitcoin's status as the most liquid digital asset.Additionally, Huobi BTC supports distributed services, serving as the primary platform for facilitating distributed agent exchange services. ^[1]