Global crypto exchange OKX has expanded its coverage in Australia with the launch of a regulated digital asset platform specifically for self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs). The platform is built to make it easier for retirees and trustees to tap into crypto while also streamlining the tricky parts like reporting, auditing, and managing portfolios. Since SMSFs hold a big chunk of Australia’s retirement savings, this move not only supports the rising appetite for digital assets in super funds but also answers the growing need for tools that can keep up with local regulatory rules.
Australia’s retirement system ranks among the biggest globally, with over A$4.3 trillion in assets under management. Within this setup, SMSFs make up close to a quarter of total superannuation wealth, giving people more control over how their retirement money is invested. Lately, a growing number of trustees have been drawn to digital assets, motivated by both the return potential and the freedom SMSFs offer. The problem is that stepping into crypto hasn’t been easy, with compliance hurdles, limited tailored tools, and the dependence on offshore platforms that don’t always fit Australian rules. OKX’s new SMSF-focused platform looks to deliver a trusted, AUSTRAC-registered space for digital asset investing.
At the center of the platform are compliance-driven tools shaped around the needs of SMSF trustees. It provides real-time dashboards for monitoring portfolios, automatically generates end-of-year tax and audit reports, and delivers transparent transaction records that cut back on manual paperwork. Security has been placed front and center as well, with institutional-grade custody built to shield retirement savings from both poor management and external threats. By combining an intuitive design with strong regulatory safeguards, OKX positions itself as a partner for trustees who want efficiency without sacrificing peace of mind. The onboarding process has also been made straightforward, with local support teams available through phone, email, and live chat to help users through setup and ongoing management.
The launch comes at a point where crypto use in SMSFs is steadying after a bumpy stretch. Industry figures show SMSF investments in digital assets decreased in 2025 to around, but still it has almost 40% above 2023 levels. That points to steady trustee demand, even with short-term swings in the market. Regulators, though, continue to tread carefully. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has reminded trustees more than once that superannuation is meant to deliver retirement income, not fuel speculative trades. By a regulated product built around compliance, OKX is looking to create a balance between getting new opportunities and regulating the existing responsibilities.
Reports suggest that many big names are preparing SMSF-focused offerings for Australia. Even so, OKX’s move gives it a start in shaping how crypto fits into retirement planning. For trustees, the platform opens the door to bringing digital assets into long-term strategies without losing out on oversight or transparency. If the rollout works as planned, it could help make crypto a normal part of one of the biggest areas of personal finance—superannuation—bridging the gap between traditional retirement systems and the fast-growing digital asset market.
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