Hacker returned the htx exchange stolen assets – Bits Media

Cryptobirja htx (Previously Huobi) reported a successful return $8 Million of stolen funds and paying a reward to the hacker in the amount 250 ETH.

Tron blockchain founder and adviser to the cryptocurrency exchange HTX Justin San (Justin Sun) reported, that the company has completely covered losses users and have achieved the return of all funds, previously stolen
during a hacker attack.

As an incentive for the refund of stolen assets, HTX offered the hacker a reward in the amount 5% and the position of an adviser on the security of the exchange - on condition, that the funds will be returned as soon as possible.

“We confirm: The hacker completely returned all the stolen funds, As promised. The exchange was paid to the hacker white bonus in the amount 250 ETH. The hacker made the right choice, And we would like to express our gratitude to all representatives of the industry for the help!" - wrote Justin San.

During the process of returning funds, the hacker sent a notification to the exchange, advisable to change the address of the system hot wallet and minimize its speed, Explaining the theft of assets with a leakage of data of a closed key.

Earlier, the founder of the Tron Blockchain Justin San told
his subscribers, that the Chinese court recognized cryptocurrencies property, And now they are protected by law.