OKX Secures $25 Billion Investment for Tokenized Stock Trading

OKX has secured additional funding from Circle, Ripple, and hedge fund QRT at a $25 billion valuation. The investment round also includes Standard Chartered’s SC Ventures, which joins existing backers in the crypto exchange. This infusion of capital follows an earlier round in March 2026, when NYSE parent Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) invested roughly $200 million at the same valuation. ICE’s investment granted it a seat on OKX’s board.

The new funds come as OKX and ICE prepare to launch tokenized U.S. equities through their joint venture, OKXICE. A notice dated October 4, 2026, lists 63 stock tokens, including Tesla, Microsoft, and JPMorgan, set to trade under an SEC exemption allowing onchain trading for five years. These tokens will trade 24/7 against stablecoins, including Circle’s USDC. However, a launch date has not been disclosed.

QRT, a London-based hedge fund, highlighted its confidence in OKX’s long-term growth. Thomas Eaton, QRT’s quantitative trading director, noted that the investment reflects their belief in digital assets and 24/7 markets. OKX’s global managing partner, Haider Rafique, stated that the funds will strengthen the exchange’s market infrastructure.