OKX Launches API3 and BTT Margin Trading, Savings, and Perpetual Contracts

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The cryptocurrency landscape continues to evolve, with growing demand for advanced trading tools and diversified investment options. In response, OKX has officially launched new financial products to empower traders and investors. Starting March 3, 2025, at 17:10 HKT, API3 and BTT are now available for margin trading, savings programs, and USDT-margined perpetual contracts across the web platform, mobile app, and API interface. This strategic expansion enhances market accessibility and provides users with greater flexibility in managing digital assets.

Whether you're an experienced trader or exploring new opportunities in decentralized finance (DeFi), these updates open doors to more dynamic strategies. Let’s explore what’s new and how you can benefit.

Enhanced Trading Options: Margin and Savings Features

OKX continues to lead in offering comprehensive trading solutions by integrating both speculative and passive income tools into a single ecosystem. With the addition of API3 and BTT, users gain access to multiple financial instruments designed for different risk appetites and investment goals.

Margin Trading for API3 and BTT

Leveraged trading is now available for both API3/USDT and BTT/USDT pairs. This allows traders to amplify their positions using borrowed funds, increasing potential returns — while also requiring careful risk management.

Key details:

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The exact leverage brackets and borrowing capacity depend on the user's account level and market conditions. Users are encouraged to review the updated Margin Borrowing Position Tiers documentation after launch for precise thresholds.

Grow Your Holdings with Savings Programs

In addition to active trading, OKX introduces savings opportunities for API3 and BTT holders. The "Residual Coin Savings" (commonly referred to as flexible savings) enables users to earn interest on idle tokens without locking them for long periods.

Benefits include:

Interest rates are dynamic and reflect supply-demand balance within the platform. For full terms, users should consult the official Savings Product Rules section on OKX.

Perpetual Contracts: Deep Dive into API3USDT and BTTUSDT

Perpetual contracts have become a cornerstone of modern crypto trading due to their flexibility and lack of expiration. OKX now supports two new USDT-margined derivatives: API3USDT and BTTUSDT.

These contracts allow traders to go long or short with up to 75x leverage, making them ideal for hedging, arbitrage, or directional bets.

API3USDT Perpetual Contract Specifications

BTTUSDT Perpetual Contract Specifications

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Due to the extremely small tick size, BTTUSDT is particularly suitable for algorithmic traders and those focused on micro-price movements.

Special Funding Rate Adjustment During Launch Phase

To ensure a smooth market introduction and prevent unfair funding charges during initial volatility, OKX implemented a temporary adjustment:

This measure protects early participants from exaggerated funding fees caused by price slippage or shallow order books during the launch window.

All other trading rules — including liquidation mechanisms, insurance funds, and mark price calculations — align with existing USDT-margined perpetual contracts on OKX. For full details, refer to the official product guide: USDT-Margined Perpetual Contract User Agreement and Overview.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the difference between margin trading and perpetual contracts?
A: Margin trading involves borrowing funds to buy or short assets directly on the spot market. Perpetual contracts are derivative instruments that let you speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset. They offer higher leverage and include funding rates.

Q: Can I use API3 or BTT as collateral for other trades?
A: Yes, once deposited, both tokens can be used as margin assets across supported trading products, subject to haircut ratios defined by OKX risk policies.

Q: How often are funding fees charged?
A: Funding occurs every 8 hours (at 04:00, 12:00, and 20:00 UTC). If you hold a position at these times, you’ll either pay or receive the funding rate depending on market conditions.

Q: Is there a minimum trade size for BTTUSDT?
A: While there’s no fixed minimum, exchanges typically enforce a minimum contract value. Given the low per-contract value (1M BTT), even small accounts can participate effectively.

Q: Are these products available globally?
A: Availability may vary by jurisdiction due to regulatory requirements. Please check your local access on the OKX platform.

Why This Expansion Matters

The integration of API3 and BTT into OKX’s ecosystem reflects broader trends in decentralized infrastructure growth. API3 powers decentralized APIs for blockchain applications, while BTT fuels one of the largest decentralized file-sharing ecosystems. By supporting these tokens with advanced financial tools, OKX enables deeper engagement with real-world DeFi projects.

Core keywords naturally integrated throughout this article include:

These offerings not only expand choice but also promote financial inclusion through accessible leverage, flexible savings, and round-the-clock markets.

👉 Maximize your crypto potential with advanced tools built for tomorrow’s traders

OKX remains committed to delivering innovative products that meet evolving user needs — combining security, performance, and ease of use in one powerful platform.