OKX’s X Layer Integrates Uniswap as Flagship DEX, Accelerating Layer-2 Adoption
In a significant development for the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, Uniswap—the world's largest decentralized exchange (DEX) by trading volume—has officially launched on OKX’s Ethereum-compatible Layer-2 blockchain, X Layer. This strategic integration establishes Uniswap as the preferred DEX on the network, providing X Layer users with seamless access to its deep liquidity pools and extensive range of token pairs while capitalizing on the scalability and cost-efficiency benefits inherent to Layer-2 solutions. The move is widely regarded by market analysts as a pivotal milestone that synergizes Uniswap's unparalleled market depth with X Layer's high-performance infrastructure, potentially driving substantial liquidity migration and user adoption. By deploying on X Layer, Uniswap not only expands its multi-chain footprint but also reinforces OKX's vision of building a robust, interconnected Layer-2 ecosystem. This collaboration is expected to enhance transaction throughput, reduce gas fees for end-users, and foster a more vibrant trading environment for Ethereum-based assets. Furthermore, it underscores the growing trend of major DeFi protocols leveraging Layer-2 networks to overcome Ethereum's mainnet constraints, thereby improving accessibility and user experience. As of early 2026, such integrations are critical in scaling DeFi to mainstream audiences, and the Uniswap-X Layer partnership positions both entities at the forefront of this evolution, promising to bolster liquidity, interoperability, and innovation across the decentralized financial landscape.
Uniswap Debuts on OKX’s X Layer as Preferred DEX, Bolstering Layer-2 Liquidity
Uniswap has launched on OKX’s Ethereum-compatible Layer-2 blockchain, X Layer, cementing its position as the network’s preferred decentralized exchange. The integration grants X LAYER users direct access to Uniswap’s deep liquidity pools and diverse token pairs while leveraging Layer-2 transaction efficiencies.
Analysts describe the move as a strategic milestone, merging Uniswap’s market depth with X Layer’s scalability. Notably, swaps will incur only base Layer-2 fees—Uniswap Labs has waived interface fees entirely. This aligns with X Layer’s April 2024 launch vision to streamline asset transfers between OKX’s exchange, wallet, and ethereum ecosystem.
The deployment signals intensifying competition among Layer-2 solutions to attract blue-chip DeFi protocols. Uniswap’s dominance in decentralized trading volumes now extends to OKX’s rapidly expanding ecosystem.
OKX Launches Mastercard-Powered Card in Europe for Stablecoin Spending
OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has introduced OKX Pay and the OKX Card in Europe, enabling users to spend stablecoins seamlessly across the European Union. The Mastercard-backed card converts stablecoins to euros in real time, facilitating transactions wherever Mastercard is accepted.
The MOVE signals a strategic pivot for OKX, shifting focus from trading infrastructure to everyday payment solutions. With clearer EU regulations and improved crypto infrastructure, the exchange aims to bridge the gap between digital assets and daily commerce.
Despite years of crypto payment experiments, adoption has lagged due to the efficiency of traditional systems. OKX's compliant approach—combining instant fiat conversion with Mastercard's network—could finally unlock mainstream utility for stablecoins.
