ApeX Launches Trading Competition for BERA and TST with 2,000 USDT Prize Pool

ApeX Protocol and TokTrade have completed enrollment for their closed beta testing program, filling all 100 available spots. The beta tests an AI-powered trading platform that converts natural language into executable trading strategies. **Beta Program Details:** - Testing period: March 12 - April 1 - 100 USDT test credit per approved participant - 15,000 USDT reward pool based on trading volume and feedback The platform aims to explore AI-assisted trading through conversational interfaces. Participants will test the system and provide feedback to shape its development. Additional testing rounds are planned for those who missed this initial phase.

ApeX Protocol has published a detailed analysis on how US-Iran geopolitical tensions are affecting capital flows across markets. **Key insights:** - The piece explains the direct connection between crude oil price spikes and AI/robotics valuations - Provides specific tradeable pairs: [USO](https://example.com) (oil), [IWM](https://example.com) (small caps), and [BOTZ](https://example.com) (robotics) - Offers market mechanics to understand the macro thesis **Trading context:** ApeX recently launched $USO-USDT specifically for macro setups like current oil volatility. The platform operates as a permissionless, non-custodial DEX on StarkWare's Layer 2, offering cross-margined perpetual contracts. The analysis aims to help traders navigate geopolitical events with concrete strategies rather than speculation.

ApeX Omni has integrated ClawHub by OpenClaw, enabling traders to execute trades through natural language commands on Telegram. **Key Features:** - AI agent processes trading instructions in plain language - Direct execution through Telegram interface - Eliminates need for complex trading interfaces - Part of ApeX's multimodal DeFi strategy The integration builds on ApeX's July 2025 partnership with Eagle AI Labs, which focused on improving on-chain trading tools and user experience.

**ApeX Protocol** celebrates its NBA Prediction Zone launch with a holiday promotion running December 4-31. **Christmas Wheel for New Users:** - Register new ApeX account - Complete tasks to earn spin tickets - **100% guaranteed prize** every spin - Grand prizes include 9,999 USDT, iPhone 17 Pro Max, 0.01 BTC, and Sony PS5 **50K USDT Referral Challenge:** Open to all users (new and existing) - 1-10 referrals: $3 each - 11-30 referrals: $4 each - 31-50 referrals: $5 each - 51-100 referrals: $6 each - 100+ referrals: $7 each (capped) **Valid referral requirements:** - New user registers - Completes 1 stock/prediction trade - Achieves 100 USDT volume within 7 days Rewards are limited and distributed first-come, first-served. [Spin the wheel](https://omni.apex.exchange/spinwheel?activityId=10000) | [Full details](https://www.apex.exchange/blog/detail/ApeX-Christmas-Wheel)

**APEX Protocol** has entered **Epoch 9**, marking the final stretch of APE Season 1 with only **3 weeks remaining**. **Key Updates:** - Epoch 8 results released with **36,660 $APEX** distributed to stakers this week - Season 1 leaderboard competition intensifies as deadline approaches - Previous week (Epoch 7) saw **45,581 $APEX** in staking rewards **What's Next:** Participants have limited time to climb the leaderboard before Season 1 closes. The protocol emphasizes that consistent engagement during these final weeks will determine final rankings. **Access Points:** - [APE Season 1 Dashboard](http://omni.apex.exchange/ape) - [Staking Platform](http://omni.apex.exchange/staking) *Time-sensitive opportunity for active participants to maximize their Season 1 positioning.*