New Ice Network Exchange Listing: ICE Goes Live on Uphold

The Ice Open Network (ION) announced that its native cryptocurrency, $ICE, is now listed on Uphold, a global multi-asset trading platform serving over 10 million users with billions in deposits worldwide. 

Effective from 5:00 PM UTC on April 30, 2025, the listing enables users to buy, sell, and convert ICE through Uphold’s innovative one-step trading system. This development comes moments after the protocol introduced ICE staking to its ecosystem, showcasing its mission to make Web3 technologies accessible to a broad audience and simplify access to Decentralized Finance (DeFi).

The integration with Uphold allows seamless transactions between ICE and any supported asset on the platform, including fiat currencies like USD, cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, and non-crypto assets like gold or equities, like Apple stock. By eliminating the need for intermediate steps or currency pairs, Uphold’s trading model reduces complexity, making it easier for both novice and experienced users to engage with ICE.

“This listing marks a meaningful step forward for both current and future ICE holders. Uphold provides a secure and accessible environment to acquire and engage with ICE — without the complexity of traditional trading interfaces,” ION stated in a blog post on their official website.

Streamlined Access and Global Reach

Uphold’s one-step trading system is designed to minimize friction and costs, charging a single transaction fee for conversions. This aligns with ION’s goal of broadening access to decentralized technologies by making ICE accessible for users of all experience levels. 

“By making ICE easier to acquire and exchange, Uphold helps us place digital sovereignty under the hood of everyday tools — not just for the blockchain-savvy, but for anyone who uses the Internet,” the blog post further noted.

Available in over 140 countries, Uphold supports a variety of local payment methods, enabling users worldwide to acquire ICE without relying on external platforms or navigating complex conversions. This global accessibility is critical for ION, as it seeks to expand ICE’s presence and attract both retail and institutional investors. With ICE now trading on more than 40 exchanges, each new listing enhances liquidity and supports ION’s vision of building a user-driven, secure, and inclusive ecosystem.

More Credibility for ICE Holders 

Uphold’s commitment to transparency and security adds credibility for ICE holders. The platform maintains a 100% reserve model, ensuring all customer assets are fully backed and never loaned out. Users can verify this through a real-time proof-of-reserves dashboard, which provides peace of mind and reinforces ICE’s reliability as it enters new markets. This high standard of compliance and user protection makes Uphold a trusted partner for ION’s growth.

Generally, the listing on Uphold is a strategic move for ION as it continues to prioritize partnerships with user-centric platforms to grow its community. By leveraging Uphold’s multi-asset flexibility and intuitive interface, ICE is positioned to reach a diverse user base, from crypto enthusiasts to mainstream investors. 

Users interested in trading ICE can visit Uphold’s platform to begin. As ION advances its mission to redefine the Internet as a decentralized, accessible space, the Uphold listing represents a pivotal moment in bringing ICE to millions worldwide.