OKX Expands Derivatives Market with SynFutures Perpetual Futures Launch

In a significant move to bolster its cryptocurrency derivatives offerings, OKX has officially launched USDT-margined perpetual futures for SynFutures (F) on October 25, 2025. This strategic expansion introduces high-leverage trading capabilities of up to 50x on the F/USDT trading pair, providing traders with enhanced flexibility and opportunity in the decentralized finance landscape. The new product operates with USDT settlement and maintains 24/7 availability, reflecting OKX's commitment to diversifying its crypto derivatives suite while catering to the growing demand for sophisticated trading instruments in the digital asset space.

OKX Introduces USDT-Margined Perpetual Futures for SynFutures (F)

OKX has expanded its derivatives offerings with the launch of USDT-margined perpetual futures for SynFutures (F), effective October 25, 2025. The new product allows traders to access Leveraged positions up to 50x on the F/USDT trading pair, settled in USDT with round-the-clock availability.

The listing underscores OKX's continued efforts to diversify its crypto derivatives suite. SynFutures, the underlying decentralized exchange infrastructure, provides the foundation for these perpetual contracts, which feature a dynamic funding rate mechanism capped at ±1.50%.

Traders can access the instrument through OKX's web and mobile platforms or via API. The MOVE reflects growing institutional demand for sophisticated crypto derivatives products amid expanding DeFi adoption.

OKX Singapore CEO Gracie Lin Discusses Token Listing Practices and Regulatory Clarity on Blockcast

Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX Singapore, joined Blockcast's "Licensed to Shill" podcast to address the contentious issue of token listing practices on exchanges. The panel, including Nikhil Joshi, Lisa JY Tan, and host Takatoshi Shibayama, explored the evolving roles of centralized (CEX) and decentralized (DEX) exchanges. Lin emphasized that regulatory clarity will shape the industry's future structure.

The discussion highlighted the urgent need for standardized and transparent token listing frameworks to protect retail investors and support smaller projects. Panelists critiqued the opaque relationships between projects, exchanges, and market makers, particularly concerning large token allocations and the influence of derivatives markets on new token prices.

Due diligence and clear criteria for all market participants—including consultancies and blockchain foundations—were underscored as essential for industry maturity. The episode concluded with a call for greater accountability and transparency across the ecosystem.