Question 1

How do I opt in as an Accredited Investor?

Accepted Answer

An Accredited Investor is a person who meets the requirements set by MAS and has opted in to be treated as such by their financial institution. If you have not opted in as an Accredited Investor (AI), you may start the process here. If the link does not redirect you to verify as an AI, it means that you have successfully verified as one.

Question 2

What is USDG?

Accepted Answer

USDG is a cryptocurrency designed to promote the global adoption of stablecoins. It’s issued on the Ethereum and Solana blockchains and aims to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar.

Question 3

Who issues it?

Accepted Answer

USDG is issued by Paxos Digital Singapore (PDS), with approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

Question 4

How do USDG rewards work?

Accepted Answer

With USDG rewards, you can earn up to 0% APY and grow your funds steadily — just by holding USDG on OKX. Your funds are always available and you can opt out anytime.

We reserve the right to adjust the advertised APY at any time.

More information regarding terms and conditions can be found here:

Question 5

Is USDG backed by US dollars?

Accepted Answer

Yes, USDG aims to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar by backing each token with reserves that include US Treasury Bills. These reserves are checked monthly by an independent auditor, Enrome LLP, and the reports are available here. However, all stablecoins carry certain risks, including the risk of a depegging event.

Question 6

Where do rewards come from?

Accepted Answer

USDG rewards are derived from funds received from Paxos. Your funds remain in your control - OKX will never use them without your permission. We retain the right to modify or end this program at any time.

Question 7

How do I earn rewards?

Accepted Answer

Buy, convert, or transfer USDG to your OKX account and get up to 0% APY automatically—just by holding USDG on OKX.

Question 8

Can I use my USDG and trade with it?

Accepted Answer

You’re free to move, trade, or withdraw your USDG anytime. There’s no hold on your funds.

Even better — all USD trading pairs support USDG. You can instantly switch between USD and USDG when placing your orders in Exchange mode.

Thanks to the unified order books, you get the same deep liquidity with USDG as with USD. Your USDG in open orders also continue earning rewards.

Question 9

When will I receive rewards?

Accepted Answer

You’ll receive rewards every week, and they'll be added directly to your USDG balance.

Question 10

Is there any limit?

Accepted Answer

You need to hold a minimum of 1 USDG to earn. The more you hold on OKX, the more you earn.

Question 11

Is there a fee to convert USD to USDG?

Accepted Answer

No, you can convert USD to USDG at a 1:1 rate and earn on your full balance.

Question 12

How do I become a VIP member?

Accepted Answer

Your account is automatically upgraded when you reach $100,000 in 30-day trading volume (or USD equivalent) or $100,000 in assets held on OKX. VIPs enjoy lower fees, a dedicated account manager, and {vipBenefits}.

Question 13

How do I opt out of USDG rewards?

Accepted Answer

On the USDG asset detail page under USDG rewards, tap the APY and select Turn off.

You can opt in and out of USDG rewards at any time.

Earn up to 8%* APY by holding USDG on OKX

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