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OKX, a global crypto exchange and onchain technology company, has officially launched fully regulated, centralised crypto exchanges in Germany and Poland, marking a significant step in its European expansion strategy. The move brings users in both countries access to deep liquidity, low fees, and over 270 cryptocurrencies, including more than 60 crypto-Euro trading pairs, all within a compliant and user-centric framework.
Moritz Putzhammer, General Manager for Central Europe and the Nordics
Gabriel Manduca, General Manager for Eastern Europe
To support its regional growth, OKX has appointed Moritz Putzhammer, General Manager for Central Europe and the Nordics, and Gabriel Manduca, General Manager for Eastern Europe. Both executives bring extensive experience in centralised and decentralised finance (CeFi and DeFi), and will be responsible for driving growth, local operations, and regulatory engagement in their respective regions.
Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe
"Launching fully regulated platforms in Germany and Poland represents a major advancement in OKX's European expansion strategy," said Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe. "Germany and Poland are key growth markets in the EU, and our licence allows us to tailor our products and services to meet the specific needs of users in each country, delivering greater value, enhanced security, and more efficient access to customers. With experienced leaders like Moritz and Gabriel driving our regional operations, we're well-positioned to accelerate adoption by providing advanced trading tools, deep liquidity, and a strong commitment to transparency and compliance."
Users in Germany and Poland can now access OKX's regulated, localised platforms, which offer spot trading, staking, automated trading bots, and a wide range of advanced features. The platforms support seamless Euro deposits and withdrawals, making it easier for customers to access crypto markets. In addition, users benefit from a fully localised experience across the website, app, and customer support, along with simplified buy/sell options designed to make crypto more accessible.
OKX has also introduced earn products, automated trading bots, and a roadmap of localised features aimed at both retail and institutional customers. The company says its platforms offer a competitive edge through product depth, regulatory integrity, and market responsiveness.
To celebrate the launches, OKX hosted exclusive events in Berlin and Warsaw, including the premiere of "Mild Mild West," a short film that reimagines outdated perceptions of crypto as the "wild west" and highlights the industry's shift towards regulation and trust.
OKX continues to focus on transparency, with 31 consecutive monthly Proof of Reserves reports, and holds MiCA licensing in Europe, being among the first global exchanges to meet the region's evolving regulatory standards.
Industry observers have noted the significance of this expansion. European Council President Charles Michel commented on social media, “OKX’s MiCA compliance is a positive step for the European digital asset market, setting a new standard for transparency and regulatory engagement.”
Community sentiment has generally been positive, with one German crypto analyst saying, “OKX’s entry is likely to boost competition and improve services for both retail and institutional investors in Germany and Poland.”
