Upbit Issues Trading Warning on IoTeX (IOTX) and Freezes Transactions

The South Korean crypto exchange suspended deposits and withdrawals for IoTeX, stating only withdrawals will resume later, according to its February 23 announcement.

Summary

Upbit, one of South Korea’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, designated IoTeX (IOTX) as a trading warning project on February 23. The exchange has halted both deposit and withdrawal services, citing the need for further review. According to Upbit’s official notice, only withdrawal channels will reopen later, while no timeline for reinstating full trading has been announced. Such warnings typically precede potential delistings if identified issues remain unresolved, reflecting ongoing efforts by exchanges to mitigate investor risk and maintain regulatory compliance.

Terms & Concepts
  • Trading Warning Project: A temporary status used by exchanges to alert investors about potential risks or irregularities in a listed asset.
  • IoTeX (IOTX): A blockchain platform focused on the Internet of Things (networking physical devices using blockchain for security and data control).