The Crypto Radio welcomes OKX to UAE

The Crypto Radio team was able to join OKX’s A New Alternative for Dubai launch event, witnessing the top crypto exchange’s dazzling entry into the UAE.

Leading global centralized exchange OKX has finally received the go signal to operate in the UAE. They announced this historic milestone during the A New Alternative for Dubai gala event held on October 10 at the Museum of the Future. The thrilling announcement was made by OKX Middle East General Manager Rifad Mahasneh. 

On top of featuring high-profile figures such as Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal and Skybridge Capital managing partner and founder Anthony Scaramucci, this exciting gala event gathered distinguished innovators and leaders from various industries. 

The Crypto Radio team was among its lengthy list of honored participants, including OKX founder Mingxing “Star" Xu. 

Other notable names that graced the gala include OKX CMO Haider Rafique and Polygon co-creator Stacks Muneeb Ali. Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City men's first team, was also able to attend the occasion. These remarkable figures served as panelists and guest speakers during the special occasion. 

To celebrate this launch, OKX released a Dh100 reward for new app users. In the future, UAE customers may see more token listings in the exchange. 

Aligning with the firm's commitment to risk management and security, OKX also revealed that Yuri Mushkin has been appointed as its Global Chief Risk Officer. With more than twenty years worth of risk management and capital market experience in executive roles of multinational firms, Mushkin has a lot to bring to the table.  

OKX's UAE launch comes as a crucial milestone in the company's path towards local growth. In the past months and years, the company has expanded its reach, launching in Brazil in late 2023 and entering Australia, Netherlands, and Turkey earlier this year.