ApeX Protocol Announces Major Staking Updates

**ApeX Protocol is shutting down all Prediction Contract trading pairs on June 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM UTC.** **Key Details:** - All prediction perpetual trading pairs will be delisted - Traders must close open positions before the deadline - Any remaining open positions will be automatically settled by the system **Action Required:** If you have open positions in Prediction Contracts on ApeX, close them before June 1 to avoid automatic settlement. [Read the full announcement](<https://www.apex.exchange/blog/detail/prediction-perps-delisting-may26>) *This follows ApeX Pro's broader transition to ApeX Omni, which began earlier this year.*

ApeX Protocol has rolled out significant updates to its platform this week. **New Features:** - **Predict Battle Royale** is now live, allowing users to compete in prediction markets - **Three new 24/7 RWA perpetuals** have been added to the trading app These additions expand ApeX's derivatives offerings beyond traditional crypto assets. The RWA (Real World Asset) perpetuals represent a move into tokenized traditional markets, while the Battle Royale format gamifies prediction market participation. The updates continue ApeX's pattern of weekly feature releases, following previous additions like forced withdrawals on ApeX Pro and multiple prediction markets for BTC, ETH, SOL, and Fed rates. Full details available in their [weekly update post](https://www.apex.exchange/blog/detail/weekly-updates-may25).

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.*