Gate.io Founder Dr. Han: Crypto Security is Priority One

Following the announcement of surpassing the 30 million user milestone, the founder and CEO of the crypto exchange Gate.io, Dr. Han, shared deep reflections on the platform's 12-year journey in a recent interview with Decrypt. He not only looked back on the path traveled but also reaffirmed the core principles that have helped the platform survive and thrive.

Responding to the new user milestone, Dr. Han stated: "This milestone represents the trust of users in us, and this trust is the core mission that we treat with the utmost seriousness every day." He also shared insights on the challenges of operating in a highly competitive field: "In such a fiercely competitive landscape in the digital asset space, persevering to this day has truly not been easy, which also makes me reflect on the path we have taken and the growth we have achieved."

When asked about the key factor behind the continuous growth of the Gate community, Dr. Han did not hesitate to emphasize the principle of security. He affirmed: "From day one, asset security has always been the platform's 'top priority'." This security-centric philosophy is not just an empty slogan. It is demonstrated through one of Gate.io's most pioneering and influential actions in the industry.

Gate.io was the very first exchange in the industry to publicly commit to and provide 100% Proof of Reserves (PoR). This is an audit method based on blockchain technology that allows users to independently verify that the exchange holds sufficient assets in its reserves to back all customer balances on a 1:1 or greater basis. In an industry that has witnessed numerous exchange collapses due to mismanagement and lack of transparency, pioneering PoR has provided Gate.io with a maximum level of transparency and credit assurance.

In conclusion, Dr. Han's reflections show that Gate.io's success is not accidental. It is built on a sustainable business philosophy: putting the security of user assets above all else and earning trust through concrete, transparent actions. As the crypto market continues to mature, it is precisely these principles that will determine the survival and standing of exchanges in the global competition.