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Cryptocurrency exchange OKX, traditionally known for its centralized trading services, is making a significant push into decentralized finance (DeFi) with a new feature enabling US users to trade tokens directly on decentralized exchanges (DEXs).
The DEX trading option, accessible through the OKX app, allows users to buy and sell tokens while maintaining full control of their digital assets. Trades are executed via self-custody wallets, meaning users hold their own private keys, rather than relying on the exchange to store their funds.
According to OKX, this feature provides access to millions of tokens across several blockchain networks, including Solana, Base, and X Layer. Notably, X Layer is OKX’s own Ethereum layer-2 network, built utilizing Polygon’s Chain Development Kit (CDK).
This strategic move comes at a time when decentralized exchange activity is experiencing substantial growth. DEX trading volumes reached an all-time high of $613 billion in October, representing approximately 20% of the total cryptocurrency exchange volume, according to data from ForkLog.
By integrating DEX access directly into its app, OKX aims to address common hurdles faced by traders navigating decentralized platforms. These challenges often include managing multiple wallets, bridging assets across different blockchains, and navigating the complexities of gas fees.
This launch follows OKX’s previously announced plans to re-enter the US market, which came after the company reached a $505 million settlement with the Department of Justice earlier this year.
OKX is entering a decentralized exchange market that is already populated by well-established players such as Uniswap, PancakeSwap, and Hyperliquid. DEXs, long considered a cornerstone of the broader DeFi ecosystem, continue to see rapid expansion across various sectors, particularly within the derivatives market.
In September, DEX-based perpetual futures trading reached a record $70 billion, highlighting the increasing on-chain liquidity and the growing trader appetite for decentralized derivatives markets.
While DEXs can sometimes present accessibility and usability challenges, they are often favored by experienced traders due to their lower fees and commitment to the self-custody principles that are fundamental to the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
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