How Flipster is Raising the Bar for Crypto Security: Insights from CISO Justin Hong
In today’s fast-changing crypto market, security threats are more intense than ever. We spoke with Justin Hong, Flipster’s Chief Information Security Officer, about how the platform stays ahead of attackers to protect user funds and data.
With 16 years in cybersecurity across banking, fintech, and blockchain, Justin leads Flipster’s global security efforts, focusing on risk management, compliance, and real-time threat response. Flipster has already rolled out 15+ major security updates this year and holds key certifications like ISO/IEC 27001 and an AA rating from CER.live, signaling a strong commitment to safety.
Flipster uses a zero-trust security model, combining features like passkeys, withdrawal locks, and address whitelisting to give users control and protection without compromising usability. The platform also runs a public bug bounty program to engage ethical hackers in strengthening defenses.
Justin’s advice to other companies? Master the basics, invest in people and processes, and build a security-first culture.
With ongoing innovations and a clear focus on trust, Flipster is shaping the future of secure crypto trading.
