What does it mean to say that Huobi "self-match" trades?

It basically means that the exchange is showing false volume on their site.

Here is how:

But actually, no real trade has occurred. They artificially updated their records to attract more traders.

This would be harshly penalized if it was done by a regulated exchange.

Emre Kenci

Posted 2014-05-26T09:53:30.770

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So how likely is it that Huobi is doing as such? – Pacerier – 2014-05-27T11:51:10.707

It's impossible to say for sure. – Emre Kenci – 2014-05-27T14:30:55.893

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