WazirX Reopens With Zero Fees: A Step Toward Recovery After Security Breach

After a significant security breach in May that resulted in a $240 million theft, WazirX is restarting trading operations with zero fees for the first 30 days. This resumption on October 24th, 2025, marks a strategic shift towards restoring trust and bolstering market liquidity. The exchange has partnered with BitGo for enhanced security, which plays a crucial role in rebuilding confidence amongst users. WazirX underwent extensive fund rebalancing and wallet restructuring to ensure secure operations before resuming trading activities.