BitMart founder dismisses calls for audit as users report blocked funds, unpaid employees
CoinDesk· Olivier Acuna· Aug 17, 2026 · 4:40 PM

Sheldon Lee said a Chinese-language X account making the claims was hacked. Users want wallets, assets and liabilities disclosed.
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