From an iPhone 4S worth 162 BTC to an iPhone 17 priced at 0.007 BTC: Insights from 13 years of change and Huobi HTX's persistence
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From an iPhone 4S worth 162 BTC to an iPhone 17 priced at 0.007 BTC: Insights from 13 years of change and Huobi HTX's persistence
If the rising value of Bitcoin proves one is a "friend of time," then HTX's commitment to security proves the power of trust.
Navigating Web3 tides with focused insightsIf we turned back time to 2011, you would have needed 162 Bitcoin to buy an iPhone 4s. At that time, the iPhone was still the pinnacle symbol of tech consumer goods, while Bitcoin was seen as a "digital game" for only a few geeks. By 2025, the latest iPhone 17 costs just 0.007 BTC. In just over a decade, iPhones have continued their steady iterative updates, but Bitcoin's value has undergone earth-shaking changes. Behind these seemingly exaggerated numbers lies the rise of crypto assets and a microcosm of the crypto industry’s journey from unregulated growth to mature development.
iPhone vs. BTC: Witnesses to an Era Through Price Curves
From the iPhone 4s priced at 162 BTC, to the iPhone 5s dropping to 5 BTC, the iPhone 6s valued at 2.8 BTC; after 2017, the iPhone 8 required only 0.19 BTC; today’s iPhone 17 costs nearly 0.007 BTC.
From 162 BTC down to 0.007 BTC—this seemingly unbelievable curve truly reflects Bitcoin's long-term price surge.
Some joke: "Those who bought iPhones back then missed a chance at financial freedom." But the reality runs deeper: Bitcoin’s journey from obscurity to widespread acclaim stems not only from accumulating technological consensus but also from the construction and refinement of the crypto industry’s infrastructure.
HTX: A 12-Year Long-Term Builder Safeguarding Industry Growth
Growing alongside Bitcoin are the crypto asset exchanges deeply rooted in the industry. HTX, established early as a leading exchange, is celebrating its 12th anniversary this year. Over this period, HTX has witnessed the ups and downs of the crypto world and, through continuous security enhancements and compliance exploration, has accompanied users across cycle after cycle.
Looking back at HTX’s 12-year journey reveals how an exchange evolved from a startup platform into a globally leading crypto asset trading platform.
● 2013: HTX founded—emerging amid the wave of internet innovation, when BTC prices were still below $1,000.
● 2017: Industry boom and regulatory challenges—Bitcoin broke the 10,000-dollar mark, HTX amassed a large user base, yet simultaneously faced global compliance pressures.
● Post-2020: Compliance and internationalization—HTX accelerated globalization, actively pursued licenses across multiple regions, and scaled up to become a global leader in user numbers.
● 2023–2025: Brand renewal and enhanced security strategy—HTX rebranded from Huobi to HTX, ushering in a new chapter of global expansion; security measures continuously upgraded, with public Merkle tree Proof of Reserves (PoR) disclosed for 35 consecutive months ensuring asset transparency, plus launching the industry’s first “0 freezes + 100% compensation” mechanism in C2C deposits and withdrawals, completely resolving users’ concerns about fund safety.
Just as Bitcoin’s value curve reflects long-term logic, HTX has used 12 years as a benchmark, constantly upgrading its products and security systems to protect the assets of tens of millions of users worldwide.
Security Is the Exchange’s “Hard Currency”
The fundamental reason users choose an exchange is whether their funds are safe. Bitcoin’s decade-long growth represents accumulated consensus, while HTX’s rapid development relies on constant iteration of its security foundation.
From maintaining zero freezes since the launch of its C2C Verified Platform and committing to 100% compensation, solving the biggest risk concern for deposit and withdrawal users, to monthly disclosure of Proof of Reserves (PoR) for three consecutive years, consistently maintaining reserve ratios above 100%, achieving “visible security.” HTX continues investing in key management, cold-hot wallet separation, cross-chain asset custody, and other security initiatives to ensure absolute protection of user assets.
This relentless pursuit of security mirrors Apple’s continuous hardware iterations. Just as the iPhone 17 features MIE hardware-level “memory safety” upgrades offering stronger protection for high-net-worth individuals and crypto signers, HTX similarly uses professional technology and strict protocols to build layer upon layer of security defenses for users.
In Conclusion: Stay True to Our Original Mission, and We Will Succeed
The comparison of iPhone prices serves as a footnote to Bitcoin’s growth. HTX’s 12-year journey reflects the evolution of the entire industry. If Bitcoin’s rising value proves the power of being a “friend of time,” then HTX’s steadfast commitment to security demonstrates the strength of “trust.”
As Bitcoin moved from niche geek circles into the global financial system, HTX transformed from a single exchange into a comprehensive crypto financial services platform. It is not merely a witness to the industry’s rapid growth but also an active participant in building security standards and shaping regulations.
At this milestone 12th anniversary, HTX has not only delivered impressive results but also demonstrated through action what long-termism means for a trading platform. Going forward, regardless of Bitcoin’s price fluctuations, users will always find that core sense of security on HTX.
About HTX
Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved over 12 years from a cryptocurrency exchange into a comprehensive blockchain business ecosystem encompassing digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investment, incubation, and more.
As a leading global Web3 gateway, HTX adheres to a development strategy centered on global expansion, ecosystem prosperity, wealth effects, and secure compliance, providing cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide with comprehensive, secure, and reliable value and services.
To learn more about HTX, visit https://www.htx.com/ or HTX Square, and follow us on X, Telegram, and Discord. For further inquiries, contact glo-media@htx-inc.com.
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