OKX Restructures, Cuts Institutional Team by Half Amid Global Changes
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Layoff Situation: OKX has cut approximately half of its institutional team during a global restructuring, although a company spokesperson stated that this is not a 'mass layoff', the exact number of affected individuals remains unclear.
- Team Exodus: Reports indicate that 8-10 employees were laid off, with an additional 3-4 leaving voluntarily after the restructuring announcement, resulting in about a third of the institutional salesforce departing, highlighting the restructuring's impact on employee morale.
- Business Transformation: OKX is evolving towards a more traditional institutional coverage model aimed at deepening long-term client relationships and better supporting their needs across different market cycles, which may affect its competitive position in the market.
- Global Operations Optimization: The restructuring aims to optimize OKX's operations across multiple jurisdictions globally, leveraging secured licenses to reorganize retail and institutional operations in response to the changing market environment.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
