OKX Partners Consensys to Enhance MetaMask DEX Integration

Written byCoin World
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025 8:45 am ET1min read

OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a significant partnership with Consensys to integrate its decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator into MetaMask. This collaboration is designed to enhance user experience by offering faster trade execution and reduced slippage. By integrating OKX’s

API with MetaMask, users will have access to liquidity from over 500 DEXs across 25 different blockchains. This move aligns with MetaMask's goal of becoming a universal wallet for the Web3 ecosystem, as highlighted by Jeff Ren, founder of OKX Ventures. Ren noted that the integration connects MetaMask users to a vast network of liquidity sources with execution speeds under 100 milliseconds, reflecting a shared vision of a more accessible blockchain ecosystem.

As part of this partnership, OKX Wallet has adopted Consensys’ SERVO, a solution designed to protect users against maximum extractable value (MEV) attacks. This is the first instance where Consensys has partnered externally to embed SERVO into a third-party wallet. Jason Linehan, chief strategy officer at Consensys, emphasized the significance of this integration, stating that it demonstrates a strong commitment to user safety and protocol-aligned innovation. The adoption of SERVO by OKX Wallet underscores the growing importance of MEV protection in the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape.

The timing of this partnership is notable, as onchain trading is increasingly matching the price and speed of centralized exchanges. Ren pointed out that the volume ratios of DEX to centralized exchanges (CEX) are on the rise, indicating a growing interest in decentralized trading. This trend suggests that the future of trading will rely on a diverse ecosystem where DEX aggregators, specialized decentralized exchanges, and centralized platforms coexist. This coexistence will support seamless asset movement and reduce liquidity concentration, fostering a more robust and inclusive financial system.

In March, OKX temporarily suspended its DEX aggregator following an attempted misuse by North Korea’s Lazarus Group. This suspension came amid reports of regulatory investigations into OKX Web3 and its wallet services for allegedly facilitating money laundering from the $1.5 billion Bybit hack. In response, OKX has implemented new safeguards, including real-time blocking of suspicious addresses and warning alerts for potentially dangerous transactions. These measures are backed by audits from CertiK, Hacken, and SlowMist, as well as an ongoing bug bounty program. These enhancements reflect OKX's commitment to security and user protection in the face of evolving threats.

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