OKX

**Katana**, a Layer 2 blockchain built for DeFi applications, has launched pre-market perpetuals trading for KATUSDT on The New Money App. The platform was incubated by Polygon and GSR, and integrates Chainlink's infrastructure from launch. This includes: - Chainlink CCIP for cross-chain interoperability - Data Streams for real-time market data - Data Feeds for price oracles The perpetuals trading feature allows users to trade KATUSDT contracts before the token's official market launch, providing early access to price speculation.

**Wallet introduces centralized Tracker dashboard** to eliminate tab-switching for multi-wallet users. **Key features:** - Unified PnL tracking across wallets - Consolidated transaction history - Real-time alerts in single interface - Smart money tracking - Performance insights The dashboard addresses a common pain point for crypto users managing multiple wallets, bringing all essential monitoring tools into one clean interface. This builds on features previously announced in November 2025.

The cryptocurrency industry demonstrates its fundamental value proposition during critical moments through three key characteristics: - **24/7 Market Operations**: Unlike traditional markets with set hours, crypto markets never close, providing continuous access to trading and financial services. - **Universal Access**: Anyone with an internet connection can participate, removing traditional barriers to entry that exist in conventional financial systems. - **Borderless Infrastructure**: The decentralized nature of crypto creates resilient systems that operate independently of geographic boundaries or single points of failure. These features highlight crypto's design philosophy: creating financial infrastructure that remains accessible and operational regardless of external circumstances or traditional market constraints.

OKX published its **40th Proof of Reserves (PoR) report**, continuing its transparency commitment in demonstrating asset backing for user funds. The exchange **launched CC Flash Earn**, a new feature allowing users to earn yields on their CC token holdings. Additionally, OKX Wallet introduced a **GooGLon prize pool**, offering users opportunities to participate in rewards through the wallet platform. These updates follow recent product expansions including new spot listings, perpetual contracts, and the OKX Card launch in Europe.

**Canton Network's $CC token is now available for spot trading on OKX's global markets.** Canton Network is a public blockchain that combines institutional-grade privacy features with a configurable privacy-preserving core architecture. **Key Details:** - CC/USDT trading pair is live - OKX is running a 4M CC Trade-&-Earn promotional event - The listing follows OKX's announcement from February 12, 2026 The exchange is encouraging users to participate in the trading event while the token gains liquidity on the platform.

A new Trends panel feature now provides real-time tracking of cryptocurrency market activity. **Key Features:** - Monitors top accumulating tokens as activity occurs - Tracks Smart Money movements and wallet behaviors - Surfaces emerging narratives in the crypto space - Eliminates infinite scrolling for focused information delivery The tool aims to help traders identify market opportunities by highlighting significant token accumulation patterns and institutional investor movements as they develop.

**OKX has officially launched its services in the United States.** The global crypto exchange is now accessible to U.S. users, marking a significant expansion of its operations into one of the world's largest crypto markets. **Key Points:** - OKX's U.S. platform is now live and operational - American users can access the exchange's trading and Web3 services - The launch represents OKX's entry into the competitive U.S. crypto market This move positions OKX alongside other major exchanges serving U.S. customers, expanding options for American crypto traders and investors.

OKX has published its 40th consecutive monthly Proof of Reserves report, independently verified by Hacken. **Key figures:** - $26.7B in primary assets held - 100%+ reserve ratio maintained - Full transparency available at [okx.com/proof-of-reserves](https://www.okx.com/proof-of-reserves) The exchange continues its monthly verification practice, demonstrating ongoing commitment to transparency. The report shows a decrease from $30.6B reported in January's reserves, while maintaining full backing of user deposits.

**The New Money App has introduced a referral rewards program** designed to compensate users for sharing the platform with friends. **Key Features:** - Users earn rewards when referring friends to the platform - The company positions its referral incentives as industry-leading - Program emphasizes the value of trusted recommendations **What This Means:** The app is betting on word-of-mouth growth by offering financial incentives for user referrals. This approach aims to expand the user base through existing community members rather than traditional marketing channels. The referral program reflects a broader trend in crypto platforms using token-based incentives to drive organic growth.

**OKX celebrates one year since receiving its VARA license**, marking the UAE as a key global hub for the exchange. **Major achievements in 12 months:** - Opened Dubai office with 100+ team members - Became first licensed global exchange offering retail derivatives in UAE - Built fast fiat-to-crypto infrastructure with banking partners - Secured partnerships with institutions like Standard Chartered The exchange emphasizes **responsible scaling** while building secure digital asset infrastructure from Dubai. [Read more about OKX's UAE anniversary](https://www.okx.com/en-ae/learn/okx-uae-one-year-anniversary-new-office)