June 2025

London, UK — June 16th, 2025 — Users of the Tezos Layer-2 Etherlink blockchain now have access to a vastly expanded world of DeFi opportunities, following the launch of non-custodial DeFi aggregator Oku on the network. A frontend built for the Uniswap v3 protocol and originally funded by the Uniswap DAO, Oku redefines the DeFi landscape, offering a wide selection of trade routers and bridges via a unified interface designed for novices and advanced users alike. Developed by GFX Labs, Oku serves as an access point to the deep liquidity of Uniswap v3, which consistently ranks among the top exchanges for trading volumes and total value locked (TVL). Thanks to its high speeds and low transaction costs, Etherlink is well-positioned to attract top-tier DeFi protocols that enable users to swap, bridge and manage liquidity as the integration of Uniswap V3 further cements the network’s position as a growing DeFi hub. The deployment enables a comprehensive trading experience through Oku’s feature-packed platform, complete with analytics, limit orders, and liquidity position management. Oku narrows the gap with centralized exchanges by bringing advanced features not usually found on DEXs, including advanced order routing, bridge aggregation and fiat on/off ramp to EU and USD banks. Commenting on the launch, Dan Zajac, Business Development Lead at Oku, said, "We're excited to partner with Etherlink to make it easy for users who want to explore simplified DeFi. Gone are the days of needing to leave an app to perform separate actions. By integrating Oku, users gain access to advanced order routing for swaps & bridge transactions and can manage their liquidity positions in a few clicks all under one roof. Unifying the main pillars of DeFi is a crucial piece of the puzzle to addressing optimal user experience in crypto." Oku brings a suite of powerful features to Etherlink users, including an intuitive trading interface with familiar price charts and aggregated swap history, user-friendly position manager for optimal capital liquidity deployment and a comprehensive analytics dashboard providing detailed insights into pools, tokens, and positions - all without additional fees. Using Oku’s cutting-edge interface and the EVM-compatible architecture of the Etherlink network, Tezos users can now seamlessly swap tokens and provide liquidity across a range of blockchains. For builders, the deployment demonstrates how Etherlink successfully bridges the EVM and Tezos environments, opening a pathway for other leading DeFi protocols to expand to Tezos in the future. "Bringing Oku to Etherlink represents a significant advancement for decentralized trading on Tezos L2," said David Relkin, Head of DeFi at Nomadic Labs. "The deployment of Uniswap v3 smart contracts expands trading capabilities and deepens liquidity options, all while leveraging the performance improvements delivered by the recent Etherlink upgrade." The launch comes amidst substantial growth for the Etherlink ecosystem, which recently saw its TVL surge beyond $40M. With up to 30x faster smart contract storage and enhanced network stability, Etherlink provides an optimal environment for high-performance trading applications like Oku. Users can begin exploring Oku on Etherlink immediately by visiting oku.trade and connecting their wallets. About OKU Experience the future of decentralized trading with Oku, a frontend built for the Uniswap v3 protocol and originally funded through a 1.6m grant by the Uniswap DAO. Oku redefines the DEX landscape, offering 10 integrated trade routers and 11 bridges available across 34+ blockchains with an integrated on/off-ramp for EU and US banks. With 0% frontend fees, Oku ensures users get the best quotes with lightning fast execution. Designed for both novice and advanced DeFi users, it aims to narrow the gap between centralized exchanges like Coinbase and Binance with a seamless decentralized trading environment backed by deep Uniswap v3 liquidity. For more information, visit https://oku.trade/. About Etherlink Etherlink is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 blockchain powered by Tezos Smart Rollups technology. It empowers developers to smoothly deploy any EVM codebase and migrate users and assets from Ethereum and other interoperable chains, enabling seamless interaction and asset transfers across different networks. Learn more: https://www.etherlink.com/. Media Contact: Eoin McGinley Head of PR, Trilitech eoin.mcginley@trili.tech