Bithumb Suspends HBAR Transactions: Critical Network Upgrade Prompts Temporary Pause

Bithumb will pause HBAR deposits and withdrawals for Hedera network upgrade starting 10:00 UTC on April 15, 2025, while HBAR trading remains available. The maintenance targets syncing Bithumb’s wallets and nodes with the updated Hedera protocol, plus security verifications and stability checks. Expect a multi-hour window with no external transfers. The move underscores coordinated exchange-network upgrades to enhance performance and security, with users advised to complete urgent deposits/withdrawals beforehand.