As blockchain technology and digital assets continue to advance, it's becoming increasingly common to see precious metals and other tangible assets transformed into easily tradable digital tokens. Metex Exchange is leading this transformation by offering users a secure and transparent platform for trading metal-backed tokens, combining the lasting value of precious metals with the efficiency and accessibility of crypto markets.

Metal-backed tokens are blockchain-based digital assets that are 100% backed by physical precious metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Each token represents ownership of a specific amount of the underlying metal—in the case of Metex Exchange, 1 gram per token.

These tokens are stored and verified by trusted custodians and can be traded 24/7 like any cryptocurrency, providing investors with a modern alternative to traditional methods of purchasing and storing precious metals.

Currently, Metex Exchange offers four different metal-backed tokens, each pegged to a different precious metal:

• AUS – 1g Gold Token

Backed by physical gold and managed by Ainslie Wealth, AUS is aligned with the Gold Standard. It is a digital representation of gold ownership, ideal for those seeking a stable and historically reliable asset.

• AGS – 1g Silver Token

Representing physical silver, AGS is also managed by Ainslie Wealth under the Silver Standard. It offers exposure to the industrial and investment demand for silver.

• MxPt – 1g Platinum Token

Managed by Metex Corp, MxPt provides access to platinum—a rare and valuable metal with industrial applications in automotive, medical, and clean energy.

• MxPd – 1g Palladium Token

Also managed by Metex Corp, MxPd is backed by palladium, a critical metal in the manufacture of catalytic converters and recognized for its growing scarcity and demand.

Each of the four tokens—AUS, AGS, MxPt, and MxPd—is available for trading on the Metex Exchange with three key trading pairs:

• AUD (Australian Dollar)

• BTC (Bitcoin)

• USDT (Tether)

This variety allows flexibility for both traditional investors and users of the crypto ecosystem. Whether converting from fiat currency, exchanging from BTC, or using USDT as a hedge, Metex enables seamless transitions between assets backed by real value and the digital world.

1. Real Backing

Unlike many cryptocurrencies whose value is based on utility or speculation, metal-backed tokens derive their value from tangible commodities, making them a solid option for diversification and protection against volatility.

2. Fractional Ownership

By tokenizing metals in 1-gram increments, Metex makes investing in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium accessible to small and large investors, without the need to purchase bullion or worry about physical storage.

3. 24/7 Liquidity

While traditional metals markets typically operate under limited hours, Metex offers a 24/7 trading environment, allowing you to enter or exit positions at any time.

4. Blockchain Transparency

All transactions are recorded on the blockchain, ensuring auditability, security, and trust. Custody and reserves can be independently verified, minimizing risks associated with intermediaries.

• Portfolio Diversification: Metal tokens offer an effective hedge against inflation and currency devaluation, ideal for complementing both traditional and crypto investment portfolios.

• Safe-Haven Assets: In times of economic uncertainty, gold and silver remain the ultimate safe havens. Now, they are also available in digital form.

• Cross-Border Trading: Thanks to their integration with BTC and USDT, these tokens enable rapid international transactions, without the need for banks or intermediaries.

DeFi Integration: These assets can be used on DeFi platforms for lending, staking, or as collateral, opening up new possibilities in commodity trading.

The reliability of a metal-backed token depends on the soundness of its issuer and custodian. Ainslie Wealth, with decades of experience in the precious metals market, manages gold and silver tokens (AUS and AGS) under strict security and custody standards.

Metex Corp, for its part, is responsible for the platinum and palladium tokens (MxPt and MxPd), providing complete transparency regarding the storage, backup, and issuance of the tokens, allowing investors to operate with confidence.

1. Create an account: Register on Metex Exchange with your verified details.

1. Deposit funds: Add AUD, BTC, or USDT.

1. Buy tokens: Choose AUS, AGS, MxPt, or MxPd — each representing 1 gram of the corresponding metal.

1. Trade or hold: You can hold them securely or trade them like any other digital asset.

(Optional) Withdraw or redeem: Some platforms allow you to redeem tokens for physical metal or transfer them to supported DeFi wallets.

The addition of metal-backed tokens on Metex Exchange represents a significant step forward in the convergence of traditional assets and blockchain technology. With options in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, backed by trusted custodians and available for trading against AUD, BTC, and USDT, Metex opens the door to a new generation of investors.

Whether you're an experienced trader, a crypto enthusiast, or someone seeking long-term value, Metex's offering is a smart, flexible, and secure solution for investing in 21st-century precious metals.

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Metex is an Australian registered company focused on building an ecosystem around tokenization and precious metal trading. Blockchain innovation has the power to disrupt traditional metal trading, and make precious metals accessible to all. Metex is taking advantage of innovations in the blockchain space to help reduce the complexities and costs typically associated with trading precious metals.

Metex is proud to launch a new global exchange platform for physical precious metal-backed tokens. We offer retail investors the ability to buy, sell, and trade the world's leading cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and tokenized precious metals. In a user-friendly platform, users will be able to buy and trade through our online platform using multiple cryptocurrency pairs and fiat in the near future.

Through the power of inventory, Metex provides widespread access to metal ownership that would otherwise be out of reach for everyday retail investors. Metex takes care of all the hard work, taking care also of the security and storage of precious metals.

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