The world of digital assets continues to evolve rapidly, and innovation in trading and yield-generating products remains a key driver of user engagement. In a strategic move to expand its suite of financial instruments, OKX has officially announced the launch of IP/USDT perpetual contracts, margin trading, and Simple Earn services for the IP token. These new offerings are now live across the OKX platform — accessible via web, mobile app, and API — empowering traders and investors with greater flexibility and opportunity.
This update marks a significant milestone for users interested in IP, enhancing both speculative and long-term investment strategies through advanced trading tools and passive income options.
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Expanded Access: Margin Trading and Simple Earn for IP
Starting February 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM (UTC+8), OKX users can take advantage of two powerful financial tools for the IP token: margin trading and Simple Earn.
Margin Trading for IP/USDT
OKX has introduced margin trading for IP against the USDT pair, allowing traders to amplify their positions using borrowed funds. This feature enables both bullish and bearish strategies by providing leverage, increasing potential returns — while also requiring careful risk management.
Key details:
- Trading Pair: IP/USDT
- Leverage Tiers: Flexible leverage options based on position size and account tier (subject to dynamic margin requirements)
- For full details on borrowing limits, interest rates, and tiered margin rules, users are encouraged to review the official Margin Borrowing Position Tier Guidelines within the OKX platform.
This addition aligns IP with other major digital assets available for leveraged trading, improving liquidity and market depth.
Simple Earn: Grow Your IP Holdings Passively
For users seeking low-risk exposure, OKX’s Simple Earn product offers a seamless way to earn yield on idle IP tokens. By subscribing to flexible or fixed-term staking plans, holders can generate regular returns without active trading.
- Availability: From February 14, 2025
- Yield Distribution: Varies based on subscription type (flexible vs. fixed)
- Capacity Limits: Subject to real-time availability; users should check the OKX Simple Earn Rules for current quotas and terms
Simple Earn lowers the barrier to entry for passive income generation, making it ideal for long-term believers in the IP ecosystem.
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IP/USDT Perpetual Contract Now Live
Launched on February 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM (UTC+8), the IP/USDT perpetual contract brings professional-grade derivatives trading to the IP market. Designed for both novice and experienced traders, this contract supports round-the-clock trading with deep liquidity and robust risk controls.
Contract Specifications
- Underlying Index: IP/USDT
- Settlement Currency: USDT
- Contract Size: 1 contract = 1 IP
- Price Quotation: Based on the USDT price of 1 IP
- Minimum Price Movement (Tick Size): 0.00001 USDT
- Leverage Range: 0.01x to 50x (adjustable based on position size and risk settings)
- Funding Rate Interval: Every 4 hours
- Trading Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
Funding Rate Mechanism
To ensure market stability and fairness, OKX employs a sophisticated funding rate formula:
Funding Rate = Clamp(MA[(Bid + Ask)/2 – Spot Index Price] / Spot Index Price – Interest, -1.5%, 1.5%)Where:
Interest= 0%Clampensures the rate stays within ±1.5%
💡 Note: During the initial launch phase (before February 14, 2025, 00:00 UTC+8), the upper cap on funding rates was temporarily limited to 0.5% to prevent volatility-driven imbalances. After this period, the cap reverted to the standard 1.5%, with the first full cycle applied at 04:00 AM UTC+8 on February 14.
This mechanism protects users from extreme funding costs during periods of high volatility or price divergence between perpetual contracts and the underlying spot index.
All other trading rules — including liquidation procedures, insurance funds, and mark price logic — follow the standard USDT-Margined Perpetual Contracts framework outlined in the OKX Perpetual Contract User Agreement.
Why These Launches Matter
The integration of perpetual contracts, margin trading, and yield-bearing products into the IP ecosystem reflects growing demand for comprehensive financial tools around emerging digital assets. These features allow users to:
- Hedge spot positions using derivatives
- Execute short-term trading strategies with leverage
- Earn passive income without selling their holdings
Moreover, they signal increased institutional-grade infrastructure being built around tokens like IP, contributing to broader market maturity.
From a platform perspective, OKX continues to strengthen its position as a leader in crypto innovation by delivering timely access to new markets with secure, scalable solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What time did the IP/USDT perpetual contract go live?
A: The IP/USDT perpetual contract launched on February 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM (UTC+8) on all OKX platforms — web, mobile app, and API.
Q: When can I start margin trading with IP?
A: Margin trading for IP/USDT became available on February 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM (UTC+8).
Q: How is the funding rate calculated for the IP/USDT contract?
A: The funding rate uses a moving average model that compares the mid-price of the order book to the spot index price. It’s clamped between -1.5% and +1.5% to ensure stability. Interest is set at 0%.
Q: Can I earn yield on my IP tokens?
A: Yes! Through OKX’s Simple Earn program, users can stake IP tokens and earn regular returns starting February 14, 2025. Both flexible and fixed-term options may be available depending on capacity.
Q: Is there any special risk during the initial launch phase?
A: Yes. Due to potential price instability when a new contract launches, OKX implemented a temporary funding rate cap of 0.5% until February 14, 2025, 00:00 UTC+8. This helped reduce unexpected funding costs during early trading hours.
Q: Where can I find more details about margin tiers or borrowing rules?
A: You can review the complete guidelines under the Margin Borrowing Position Tier section in your OKX account dashboard or help center.
Final Thoughts
With the launch of IP/USDT perpetual contracts, expanded margin trading capabilities, and access to passive income via Simple Earn, OKX reinforces its commitment to delivering a full-spectrum crypto experience. Whether you're an active trader or a long-term holder, these tools provide meaningful ways to interact with the IP asset class.
As always, users are encouraged to trade responsibly — especially when using leverage — and to stay informed about market conditions and product updates directly through the OKX platform.