EquiTrack Tokens Now Live
We are pleased to announce that EquiTrack Tokens are now available on HootDex, marking a significant advancement in the evolution of tokenised finance and market-linked digital assets.
EquiTrack Tokens are designed to track the value of underlying publicly traded equities through a proprietary pricing methodology, providing users with exposure to market performance in a blockchain-native format. By combining traditional market concepts with decentralised infrastructure, EquiTrack Tokens represent another step toward the convergence of capital markets and digital assets.
With the launch on HootDex, users can now:
✅ Access EquiTrack Tokens through a decentralised trading environment✅ Participate in a new category of market-linked digital assets✅ Gain exposure to tokenised equity tracking mechanisms✅ Trade within the growing HootDex ecosystem✅ Experience next-generation financial innovation powered by blockchain technology
This rollout reflects our continued commitment to expanding access to innovative financial products while leveraging the transparency, efficiency, and accessibility of decentralized technologies.
The future of market-linked digital assets is here.
Welcome to the next evolution of tokenised finance.
FanTokens Changing to Nexus Tokens
HootDex is evolving and the name of our engagement driven digital instruments is evolving with it. FanTokens will soon transition to Nexus Tokens, a change that reflects their true scale, purpose, and cross‑sector capability. As these tokens have grown beyond traditional fan engagement, the original name no longer represents what they are or how they are used across sports, entertainment, brands, non‑profits, events, and enterprise ecosystems.
Nexus Tokens retain everything users value, DAT backing, ERC‑20 portability, PNP16 architecture, and HootDex price discovery. The functionality remains exactly the same, but the name now aligns with the broader, universal role these tokens play as a connection point between organisations and their communities.
This update is seamless for all holders and issuers and marks the next step in the continued expansion of the HootDex ecosystem.
Update – Oct 04, 2026 – HootDex Maintenance Notice
HootDex members using the exchange via a web browser may experience temporary disruptions in service as we conduct critical upgrades across core exchange system. This does not impact institutions utilizing the FIX API. These upgrades are essential to ensure long‑term stability, enhanced performance, and improved platform security.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
An update will be posted once maintenance is fully completed and all services are operating normally.
Update – Sept 30, 2026 – HootDex Maintenance Notice
HootDex members may experience temporary disruptions in service as we conduct critical server maintenance across core systems. These upgrades are essential to ensure long‑term stability, enhanced performance, and improved platform security.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
An update will be posted once maintenance is fully completed and all services are operating normally.
Update – Sept 16, 2026 – EquiTrack Tokens Being Listed
HootDex is expanding again and this time we’re bringing synthetic equity exposure directly into the decentralized exchange. EquiTrack Tokens, the onchain synthetic representations of major global equities and ETF benchmarks, are officially rolling out on HootDex.
Update – Aug 11, 2026 – System Stress Test Update
During a recent system stress test, a glitch was identified in the Order Book Depth for a specific DBT token, which resulted in phantom data appearing within the test environment. It is important to note that this data did not originate from the Central Limit Order Book, the trading systems, or any live market feeds. The purpose of these periodic stress tests is to expose any anomalies or vulnerabilities before they can affect real‑time operations, ensuring that our members remain fully protected. This particular issue has already been isolated and addressed, and further testing continues to reinforce the stability and reliability of the entire ecosystem.
Update – Aug 10, 2026
MetaMask onboarding is now fully integrated into the Pecu Wallet, providing a simple and secure way for users to acquire PECU in order to swap for a range of Pecu Novus‑based assets on HootDex. This enhancement creates a frictionless entry point into the ecosystem and strengthens institutional scalability through seamless use of Pecu Wallet Access Keys. HootDex becomes easier to access, easier to trust, and easier to scale globally, with access keys working smoothly across connected trading platforms. Institutions can also integrate multiple keys within a single system, enabling convenient multi‑wallet trading.
Update – July 23, 2026
Following the Pecu Novus 3.0 Themis upgrades that has been rolling out in phases, which added ERC-20/EVM compliance on a Pecu Novus on a protocol level recently, there was a process of having all tokens created on the blockchain to be compliant as well, we are happy to say that as of today all tokens that have been minted via HootDex, that are trading on HootDex, are all ERC-20 compliant. This allows for portability across ERC-20 platforms that allow it.
Tokens Added – July 22, 2026
A series of yield bearing XMG Prime Yield Tokens "XPYT" and XMG Apex Yield Tokens "XAYT" have been added to HootDex for price discovery, they will be available on an OTC basis initially once all are priced out and made available for broader acquisition in the near future.
July 21, 2026 – HootDex FIX API
Upgrades to the HootDex FIX API will show the consumption of data from the Pecu Novus blockchain, treasuries, smart contact data and other important information for institutions and aggregators.
HootDex Update – 9 July 2026
HootDex is rolling out an upgrade to its treasury reporting system, ensuring every token on the platform displays transparent, on‑chain collateral backing through the Pecu Novus digital asset treasury. These improvements will appear across HootDex throughout the week as part of our commitment to clearer, verifiable token data.
XMG Prime & Apex Yield Tokens Being Added to HootDex (June 6, 2026)
A series of XMG Apex Yield Tokens (XAYT) and XMG Prime Yield Tokens (XPYT) are now being added to HootDex, expanding the Digital Credit Note token ecosystem with two fully PNP16 and ERC‑20 compliant yield instruments.
Over the coming week, formal pricing will be initiated for each DCN, and until that process begins, there will be no active price discovery on the platform. Both yield tokens will distribute returns hourly, and all trading will occur strictly on an OTC basis, ensuring proper suitability and institutional‑grade handling. While secondary market opportunities may emerge away from HootDex over time, XAYT and XPYT will always retain the same smart‑contract data, functions, and treasury‑backed structure, regardless of where qualified counterparties choose to transact.
Proprietary Blockchain-Enabled Encryption & AI Integration to Safeguard Members
HootDex recognises that traditional security measures are not always sufficient to protect users in the rapidly evolving landscape of decentralised finance (DeFi). To mitigate these threat vectors, we have developed and integrated proprietary blockchain-enabled encryption solutions that form an ironclad defensive barrier around member interactions.
Blockchain Immutability
HootDex leverages the immutable nature of blockchain technology and has integrated it into various encryption protocols to protect members from fraud and bad actors. All sensitive member data and transaction records whilst connected to HootDex are heavily encrypted.
Secure Data Storage
Any member data and transaction histories are heavily encrypted through this process, making them highly resistant to tampering, exploitation, or unauthorised access from malicious actors or third parties.
Private Key Management
HootDex’s proprietary encryption tools enable members to securely manage their private keys due to absolute self-custody. This structural security protocol ensures that only authorised individuals can ever access and control their digital assets.
AI Tools for Fraud Prevention
Beyond blockchain-enabled encryption, HootDex harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to proactively detect and prevent fraudulent activities. Operating natively behind the scenes, these algorithmic models process transactions continuously in real-time.
Behavioural Analysis
AI algorithms analyse user behaviour and transaction patterns in real-time. Any dynamic deviations from typical user behaviour are flagged immediately for further system investigation.
Risk Assessment
AI tools continuously assess the risk associated with transactions, accounts, and cryptographic addresses. Executions mapping to a high-risk score automatically trigger additional security checks.
Identity Verification
AI-powered identity verification processes will be integrated soon that will help HootDex confirm the absolute authenticity of users, drastically reducing the risk of impersonation and identity theft.
Anomaly Detection
AI continuously monitors the platform infrastructure for anomalies, such as unusual withdrawal requests or login attempts from unfamiliar locations, neutralising potential breaches promptly.