Redefining Trust in Crypto

CoinW's Blueprint for Uncompromising Security

In an era where cyber threats are evolving faster than regulations, security is no longer just a technical concern — it’s the foundation of user trust and the future of the crypto ecosystem.

CoinW, a leading centralized exchange with more than 10 million users, has upheld a zero-incident security record since its founding in 2017. This track record is no accident. It reflects a sustained commitment to security-first thinking: over $15 million in infrastructure investment, continuous technological innovation, and a forward-looking regulatory strategy.

At Token 2049 Dubai, CoinW hosted a high-level security forum, bringing together industry experts to discuss today’s top threat vectors — from AI-generated deepfakes to social engineering — and the shift from simple code audits to comprehensive security engineering. At the heart of the conversation was CoinW’s layered defense strategy, built not just to respond to attacks, but to redefine how exchanges approach security at scale.

The New Threat Landscape: Faster, Smarter, Harder to Detect

Cyber threats aren’t new — but their speed and intelligence are. In 2025, security teams face AI-driven phishing, deep fake impersonation, and ransomware attacks that adapt in real-time. The very tools built to protect systems are now being used to break them.

What’s worse: regulation can’t keep up. Security leaders must navigate fragmented jurisdictions, comply with inconsistent global frameworks, and still protect user assets against 24/7 attack surfaces.

And often, the weakest link is human. Weak passwords, compromised emails, and careless account recovery flows continue to let attackers in through the front door.

“Phishing and social engineering remain the top threats we face today,” said Michael Liu, Chief Security Consultant at CoinW, during Token 2049. “We collaborate with partners to take malicious websites offline swiftly — prevention begins with speed.”

CoinW’s Security Philosophy: A Five-Layer Approach

Liu’s team developed a five-point philosophy to govern CoinW’s security operations, which they prescribe to others through appearances at such events as Token 2049:

1. Take preventive rather than reactive measures: Adopting such proactive activities as File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) and multi-party computation (MPC) wallet technology ultimately reduces the additional cost in money, time and reputation of responding to intrusions rather than preventing them.
2. Adopt multi-layered architecture: By segregating layers, CoinW implements security measures at each tier, which enhances the overall security posture of the entire platform.
3. Embed wallet security at the technical level: Cold-hot wallet separation, multi-signature authorization and the integration of Know Your Transaction/Know Your Address (KYT/KYA) risk mitigation methods combine to identify potentially fraudulent activities.
4. Protect operations around the clock and with immediate effect: Monitoring risks 24/7 and detecting anomalies in real time are essential to an exchange’s security.
5. Compliance as a Cornerstone: Uphold rigorous AML and KYC standards and build proactive monitoring systems to safeguard user identities and transaction integrity — reinforcing a secure, transparent trading environment.

“We actively engage with and monitor the evolving regulatory landscape in the cryptocurrency industry across various regions and countries worldwide, ” said Michael Liu “Our efforts are focused on building a robust and secure platform that prioritizes user safety while navigating the complexities of global regulations.”

Leading by Example: Setting New Standards for Crypto Security

CoinW’s commitment to security extends beyond its own platform. With over $15 million invested into infrastructure — including MPC wallet systems and real-time risk detection — the exchange has built a robust foundation for trust. In partnership with wallet provider HyperBC and third-party auditor CertiK, CoinW has facilitated more than $1.3 billion in secure transactions, embedding external validation into every layer of its system.

But CoinW isn’t just responding to threats — it’s helping shape how the industry addresses them. Through cross-sector collaboration, investment in shared infrastructure, and thought leadership at events like TOKEN2049, CoinW is actively contributing to the future regulatory and technical standards of crypto security.

In a time of escalating threats, CoinW continues to lead by example — proving that security is not just a feature, but a foundation for the next generation of digital finance.