BlockBeats reported on March 11 that OKX responded to claims of its Web3 services being reviewed by EU regulators via a social media post:
"The Bloomberg article was misleading. Like other major crypto exchanges, OKX offers self-custody wallet services and exchange aggregation to improve user efficiency. When Bybit was hacked, we took two actions: freezing related funds entering our CEX and developing a feature to detect and block hacker addresses from using our DEX or wallet services.
Bybit’s statement spread misinformation among journalists. OKX clarifies to the community:
- OKX is not under investigation.
- This is merely a case of Bybit’s lack of security awareness.
- Our Web3 wallet services are no different from those offered by other industry participants."
Background on the EU Regulatory Review
Earlier reports from Bloomberg cited anonymous sources stating that EU crypto regulators were examining OKX’s services after hackers allegedly used them to launder $1.5 billion stolen from Bybit. The discussion occurred during a March 6 meeting hosted by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) under MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation), which governs OKX’s operations in the EU.
Key Takeaways
- Regulatory Compliance: OKX operates under MiCA, ensuring adherence to EU crypto laws.
- Transparency: The exchange proactively addressed misinformation, emphasizing its security measures.
- Industry Standards: OKX’s Web3 wallet services align with those of competitors like MetaMask and Trust Wallet.
FAQs
Q: Is OKX under formal investigation by EU regulators?
A: No. OKX confirmed this is a routine review, not an investigation.
Q: How did OKX respond to the Bybit hack?
A: By freezing affected funds and blocking hacker-linked addresses from its services.
Q: What distinguishes OKX’s Web3 wallet from others?
A: Functionally, it’s similar to industry offerings, focusing on self-custody and DEX aggregation.
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