Da Nang·OKX New Year's Eve Dinner: A Gathering of Distinguished Guests, Together Ushering in the New Year
TechFlow Selected TechFlow Selected
Da Nang·OKX New Year's Eve Dinner: A Gathering of Distinguished Guests, Together Ushering in the New Year
Meet Da Nang with OKX—honoring the past and embracing the future.
Navigating Web3 tides with focused insights
In the warm coastal breeze of Da Nang, where mountains meet the sea and stars hang low, guests strolled in small groups along sandy shores kissed by gentle waves, their conversations and laughter blending into the rhythm of the night. The city’s serenity and inclusiveness harmonized humanity with nature, resonating thoughts with the future. Amid joy and camaraderie, "OKX Year-End Dinner" concluded on January 15th, becoming a profound dialogue that jointly ushered in the new year.
This "OKX Year-End Dinner" was meticulously designed, integrating keynote speeches, roundtable forums, fun games, culinary explorations, unique local experiences, builder appreciation and awards, insightful sharing from outstanding node representatives, and an exclusive gala dinner—creating a comprehensive platform for industry elites to exchange ideas and spark innovation. The event not only invited over a hundred industry builders and dozens of media guests but also received heartfelt sponsorship from partners including Movement, IoTeX, MemeCore, Solv, and WHY, driving deep conversations and collaborations within the crypto industry around technological innovation and ecosystem development.
At the event, OKX CEO Star made a special appearance via video link, delivering an impromptu speech. Star reflected candidly on OKX's product shortcomings and areas for improvement, emphasizing the importance of the crypto industry as a technology-driven frontier of innovation. He called for retiring the derogatory term “coin圈 (coin circle),” pointing out that the crypto industry is no different in essence from other tech sectors like the “car-making circle.” All practitioners should uphold high standards of conduct, break down industry biases, and steer the sector toward technological advancement and economic empowerment. He believes that crypto and AI are seen as core drivers of global business and technology development over the next decade, and the industry’s technological value deserves proper recognition.
When discussing OKX's future, Star openly addressed the company's shortcomings in areas such as token listings. He noted that OKX has maintained a highly cautious approach to asset listings, avoiding excessive aggressiveness or short-termism, striving instead to curate the highest-quality assets for users. While this strategy has sparked debate in the market, Star believes such restraint supports the long-term health and sustainable growth of the industry. He further elaborated on OKX’s mission to inject lasting value into the industry while demonstrating its steadfast commitment to compliance and technological innovation. Additionally, Star surprised the audience with a preview of OKX’s upcoming new product, aiming to integrate seamlessly into global users’ daily lives and achieve further technological breakthroughs.
Aaron, OKX Web3 Product Director, delivered a thought-provoking speech on the future of Web3, sharing OKX’s rapid progress and vision in this domain. Aaron clearly stated that OKX firmly believes self-custody is the future of Web3 and will dedicate itself to building a leading-edge ecosystem. At the same time, the OKX Web3 Wallet will remain closely connected with users, listening to their feedback and responding swiftly to evolving needs.
Looking back, Aaron shared that OKX Web3 aims to become a fair hub and a “player’s gateway to Web3.” To achieve this, they first had to become pro players themselves—experiencing every trending direction and project: managing multi-chain, multi-account setups during the airdrop season; building an inscription marketplace during the ordinals boom; expanding into Telegram mini-apps and OKX Connect when TON surged; upgrading market data features and DEX order tools during the meme coin wave.
Aaron emphasized that OKX Web3 is not just building products—it’s shaping the standards of the Web3 industry. OKX will focus on three key areas—DEX, wallets, and ecosystem development—to deliver industry-leading user experiences and lower the barrier for Web2 users to enter the Web3 world through accessible wallet solutions. Through continuous innovation and breakthroughs, OKX Web3 is advancing toward becoming a central platform in the global crypto industry, further promoting the widespread adoption of blockchain technology and crypto economies.
Ryan, OKX CeFi Product Director, provided an in-depth review of OKX’s achievements over the past year and shared insights into future strategic plans. Ryan detailed several innovative features launched by OKX CeFi in 2024, including K-line trading, advanced take-profit and stop-loss functions, contract analytics, and smart strategies—marking ongoing progress in enhancing trading precision, user convenience, and strategic flexibility.
Looking ahead to 2025, Ryan revealed that OKX will launch a series of innovative features to further advance the technical capabilities and user experience of its CeFi products. Planned upgrades include content aggregation tools that automatically collect news and social media feeds, and hybrid financial products combining grid trading and arbitrage strategies with wealth management returns—all aimed at improving platform efficiency, lowering user entry barriers, and simultaneously enhancing yield opportunities and risk management through cross-domain innovation. These forward-looking initiatives reflect OKX’s sharp insight into industry trends and inject strong momentum into the future of the CeFi space.
During this annual celebration, OKX presented multiple awards across various categories, including “Best Builder 2024,” “Outstanding Industry Contributor 2024,” “Outstanding Community Contributor 2024,” “Outstanding Web3 KOL 2024,” “Influential Web3 Figure 2024,” “Most Influential Community 2024,” “Crypto Industry Pioneer 2024,” “Best Media Partner 2024,” and “Best Ecosystem Partner 2024.” These honors not only recognize the exceptional achievements of recipients but also highlight their pivotal roles in fostering diversity, innovation, and sustainability within the crypto ecosystem.
Each awardee is a practitioner of innovation in the crypto industry, advancing the field through intelligence and action. These awards celebrate individual excellence while embodying the core values of Web3. OKX will continue to collaborate closely with these outstanding media partners, ecosystem allies, and industry talents to promote the healthy development of the global crypto industry and shape a more transparent, fair, and sustainable future for digital assets.
As centralized exchanges increasingly integrate with the Web3 ecosystem, we are witnessing a fundamental shift—from mere asset trading to active participation in on-chain ecosystems. The competition of the future will no longer be isolated technological races, but a collective effort to shape a more transparent, open, and symbiotic digital world. In this Web3 journey, OKX is not only continuously leading innovation but also building a new consensus and defining the experience for the next generation of crypto users. This is not merely a platform’s vision, but a philosophical foundation for the future of the crypto ecosystem—a world centered on trust, collaboration, and shared value is quietly taking shape.
Reflecting in Da Nang, honoring the future. “Next year, when we meet again, I hope each of you will have even more compelling stories to tell.”
Disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only. The views expressed herein are those of the author and do not represent the position of OKX. This article does not constitute (i) investment advice or recommendation; (ii) an offer or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, accounting, legal, or tax advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information provided. Holding digital assets (including stablecoins and NFTs) involves high risk and may result in significant price volatility. You should carefully consider whether trading or holding digital assets is suitable for you based on your financial situation. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal/tax/investment professionals. You are solely responsible for understanding and complying with applicable local laws and regulations.
Join TechFlow official community to stay tuned
Telegram:https://t.me/TechFlowDaily
X (Twitter):https://x.com/TechFlowPost
X (Twitter) EN:https://x.com/BlockFlow_News
OKX
