Bithumb Uncovers Over $200 Million in Dormant Assets, Aiding Users in Fund Recovery
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 02 2026- Dormant Asset Revelation: Bithumb has identified over $200 million in dormant customer assets across 2.6 million accounts, highlighting the significant retail capital that remains untouched on centralized platforms, reflecting user disengagement and asset abandonment.
- Recovery Campaign: The recovery initiative targets users who have not logged in or traded for over a year, aiming to assist them in rediscovering and reclaiming these assets, with previous campaigns successfully helping 36,000 users recover approximately $50 million in dormant funds.
- Market Impact Analysis: The existence of dormant assets signifies unrealized liquidity and latent supply that could exert selling pressure if users decide to liquidate, potentially affecting overall market stability during volatile periods.
- Transparency Enhancement: Bithumb's transparency regarding dormant assets contrasts with the opacity typical of many exchanges, indicating a proactive approach to customer service while potentially reducing regulatory scrutiny over unclaimed customer balances.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
