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D8X Launches First Perpetual DEX on X Layer Network

As Ethereum's congestion and gas prices continue to pose challenges, D8X's adoption of layer 2 networks like X Layer provides a scalable solution.
Arun ShakyawarBy Arun ShakyawarMay 8, 2024Updated:May 8, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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Key Takeaways

  • D8X launches mainnet on the X Layer network, introducing the first perpetual decentralized exchange for derivatives on OKX’s Ethereum layer 2 blockchain.
  • By leveraging X Layer, the platform maintains Ethereum’s security while enhancing user experience and transaction efficiency.
  • With features like collateralizing trades in $OKB and earning yields as liquidity providers, D8X empowers users within the OKX ecosystem to maximize the potential of their assets.

D8X, an institutional-grade decentralized exchange (DEX) for derivatives, has announced the launch of its mainnet on the X Layer network. This move marks a pioneering leap forward, as D8X becomes the first perpetual DEX operating on OKX’s Ethereum layer 2 blockchain.

The emergence of D8X on the X Layer network comes after a rigorous testing phase on the X Layer testnet, where the platform managed to garner an impressive 15,000 users within just a two-month period. This surge in user adoption underscores the growing demand for innovative solutions within the DeFi ecosystem.

Ethereum, the pioneering blockchain network underpinning much of DeFi’s infrastructure, has long grappled with issues of scalability and congestion, leading to soaring gas prices that hinder user transactions. Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s co-founder, has repeatedly highlighted this challenge as a barrier to broader DeFi adoption.

Layer 2 networks like X Layer offer a promising solution to Ethereum’s scalability woes. By leveraging these networks, platforms like D8X can provide users with more efficient and cost-effective trading environments while maintaining the security of the Ethereum mainnet.

D8X’s journey to its mainnet launch has been marked by strategic collaborations and significant milestones. Initially launching on the Polygon zkEVM mainnet in February 2024, the platform received backing from prominent investors including Polygon Ventures, Axelar Network, and Swissborg Ventures.

Through its collaboration with X Layer, D8X introduces the first perpetual futures DEX enabling users to collateralize trades using the $OKB token. This innovative approach aligns with the shared goal of scaling the Ethereum network via the Polygon CDK ecosystem, offering users enhanced liquidity and trading capabilities.

Caspar Sauter, Co-founder of D8X, emphasized the transformative potential of the platform, stating, “As a user in the OKX ecosystem, you can now unlock the full potential of your $OKB holdings on our pioneering perpetual futures DEX – you can collateralize trades in $OKB while maintaining your investments, and earn attractive yields on your $OKB as a liquidity provider!”

D8X’s commitment to regulatory compliance is evident through its adherence to clear guidance from Switzerland’s financial market regulator FINMA. This dedication to regulatory standards underscores the platform’s focus on building a secure and compliant DeFi infrastructure.

The launch of D8X’s mainnet follows a successful pre-seed funding round, raising $1.5 million with participation from key industry players such as Polygon, Axelar, Swissborg, and others. With plans to launch the $D8X token later this year, D8X aims to further expand its offerings and solidify its position within the DeFi landscape.

DeFi enthusiasts can access D8X’s powerful derivatives features through various front-end platforms hosted by partners such as d8x.trade, freelyperps.com, omnistrat.trade, decentralized-perps.com, and heroX.app, with additional platforms currently in development.

As the DeFi space continues to evolve, D8X’s mainnet launch signifies a significant step forward in unlocking the full potential of decentralized derivatives trading while addressing key challenges facing the industry.

Read Also: Narwhal Finance Raises $1 Million Seed Funding to Revolutionize Decentralized Leveraged Trading

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Arun Shakyawar is a Tech writer based out of Los Angeles. He holds an Engineering degree in Electronics and communications, and an MBA in marketing. He specializes in TMT. Before writing full-time, Arun worked as a management consultant with leading consulting firms. As a consultant he developed interest in blockchain technology, and now actively tracks blockchain and digital asset markets. Arun can be reached at arun@alexablockchain.com.

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