According to TechFlow news on December 30, South Korean media newsis reported that Bithumb stated on the 30th regarding the conviction of former CEO Lee Sang-jun for bribery related to listings, "We will re-confirm the transparency and fairness of the transaction review process and continue to improve it."
According to Bithumb, the two virtual assets mentioned in the trial were never listed on Bithumb. It also confirmed that these assets were never submitted for review by the listing review committee.
A Bithumb representative emphasized: "The company's listing process is conducted through an independent listing review committee with external experts involved," and "this is a structure that cannot be influenced by relevant staff or specific individuals."
He added: "The listing process is maintained and strengthened for fairness through a unified application channel on the official website and a strict internal review."