Uniswap has officially launched on X Layer, an Ethereum-compatible layer-2 blockchain developed by crypto exchange OKX.
But inspite of the positive development, Uniswap’s native token, UNI was trading at $5.32 at the time of writing, down by 2.52% in the past 24 hours. The altcoin has been on a prolonged bearish trend over the past year, loosing 63% of its value in twelve months.
However, the integration with OKX-backed X layer could inject some optimism which could lift the price of UNI as Uniswap’s perfoamance improves.
Uniswap integrates with OKX-backed X Layer
The integration positions Uniswap as the preferred decentralized exchange on the network. Users can now access Uniswap markets directly on X Layer with lower transaction costs.
The integration allows X Layer users to tap into Uniswap’s full suite of token pairs and liquidity pools.
The cited sources close to the matter who spoke anonymously due to restrictions. According to them, the move strengthens access to decentralized liquidity while maintaining Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility.
A Uniswap representative said swaps on X Layer will incur standard layer-2 transaction fees.
However, Uniswap Labs will not collect any interface fees. Uniswap Labs develops and maintains the Uniswap Protocol.
X Layer launched on April 15, 2024, as a layer-2 network designed to support core DeFi activity.
The network connects directly to OKX’s wallet and exchange. This setup simplifies asset transfers from centralized platforms into the layer-2 environment.
Layer-2 expansion reflects broader exchange strategy
Uniswap remains the largest decentralized exchange by total value locked. DefiLlama data places Uniswap’s TVL at about $4.4 billion.
The X Layer launch reinforces Uniswap’s dominant position across Ethereum scaling networks.
Uniswap Labs founder Hayden Adams said the integration should improve protocol performance and liquidity depth.
Meanwhile, OKX founder and CEO Star Xu described the partnership as a core pillar of phase two in OKX’s rollout strategy. He said the plan focuses on connecting major DeFi protocols and strengthening infrastructure.
The move aligns with a wider industry trend. Centralized exchanges continue integrating on-chain services into user platforms.
Coinbase launched its Base layer-2 network in February 2023 to support low-cost decentralized application development.
Token Terminal data showed Base gained rapid adoption among decentralized exchange traders by early 2024.
By January 2024, Base accounted for roughly 80% of Uniswap’s monthly active traders. It outpaced Ethereum and Arbitrum in user activity during that period.
Following that momentum, Gate.io introduced Gate Layer in September 2025. The exchange built the network on the OP Stack and secured it through GateChain.
Gate.io described Gate Layer as the foundation of its DeFi ecosystem, citing expanded on-chain trading and liquidity tools.