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Top 10 Perp DEXs of 2026: Why Hyperliquid Still Leads the New Era of On-Chain Trading

Top 10 Perp DEXs of 2026: Why Hyperliquid Still Leads the New Era of On-Chain Trading

The on-chain derivatives market is entering a new phase of competition. Drawing on the latest CoinGecko data, this article highlights the most closely watched Perp DEX platforms in 2026, analyzes the growth strategies behind leading protocols such as Hyperliquid, Aster, and Lighter, and explores the future direction of the Perp DEX market.

USD1 Stablecoin’s Expansion in DeFi: Analyzing the Reshaping of the Stablecoin Market’s Three-Pillar Structure

USD1 Stablecoin’s Expansion in DeFi: Analyzing the Reshaping of the Stablecoin Market’s Three-Pillar Structure

A comprehensive analysis of how the USD1 stablecoin is spreading throughout the DeFi ecosystem, from its exclusive partnership with Aster DEX and integration with Morpho vaults to its adoption across lending protocols. This article systematically examines the emerging three-way competition between USD1, USDT, and USDC.

Blog Team04/27/2026

Trump Family-Linked Project WLFI Partners Exclusively with Aster DEX: Is USD1 Set to Become the Settlement Asset for RWA Perpetual Contracts?

Trump Family-Linked Project WLFI Partners Exclusively with Aster DEX: Is USD1 Set to Become the Settlement Asset for RWA Perpetual Contracts?

WLFI and Aster DEX Announce Exclusive Partnership: USD1 to Become the Sole Settlement Asset for Gold, Silver, Crude Oil, and Other RWA Perpetual Contracts on the Platform This article explores the background of the partnership, changes in market structure, and potential impacts.

Blog Team04/07/2026

Aster DEX Tokenomics Overhaul: Shift to Staking Emissions, Monthly Unlock Reduced by 97%

Aster DEX Tokenomics Overhaul: Shift to Staking Emissions, Monthly Unlock Reduced by 97%

Aster has replaced its linear vesting mechanism with a staking emission model, reducing the monthly token circulation from 78.4 million to approximately 2 million—a 97% decrease. This article explores the background, data rationale, and potential impact of this adjustment.

Blog Team03/31/2026

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A Deep Dive into Aster Mainnet Launch: Can a Privacy-Focused Layer 1 Reverse a 76% Drop in Trading Volume?

A Deep Dive into Aster Mainnet Launch: Can a Privacy-Focused Layer 1 Reverse a 76% Drop in Trading Volume?

Aster launches a privacy-focused Layer 1 mainnet designed specifically for trading. Although ASTERs price saw a brief rebound, its perpetual contract trading volume has dropped 76% from the peak in October 2025. This article provides an in-depth analysis of its technical features, market data, and potential future developments.

Blog Team03/19/2026

Aster Launches Automatic Buyback: Up to 40% of Daily Revenue Used to Purchase $ASTER

Aster Launches Automatic Buyback: Up to 40% of Daily Revenue Used to Purchase $ASTER

On January 19, 2026, Aster officially activated its ASTER token strategic buyback reserve mechanism, initiating automated on-chain buybacks of its core ecosystem asset, $ASTER.

Blog Team01/19/2026

Outsmart AI or Win Through Collaboration? Aster "Human vs AI" Season 2 Trading Competition Is About to Begin

Outsmart AI or Win Through Collaboration? Aster "Human vs AI" Season 2 Trading Competition Is About to Begin

The crypto market experienced intense volatility. While the human champion secured a profit of $19,000, 43% of human traders were liquidated. In contrast, all 30 AI strategies finished the competition with zero liquidations.

Blog Team01/15/2026

Aster Price Prediction 2026–2030: Can the Next-Generation DEX Reach New All-Time Highs?

Aster Price Prediction 2026–2030: Can the Next-Generation DEX Reach New All-Time Highs?

As the cryptocurrency market continues to fluctuate, ASTER—a next-generation decentralized exchange—has seen its price stabilize around $0.73 in early January 2026. This remains significantly below its all-time high of $2.42, leaving considerable room for growth.

Blog Team01/06/2026

Aster In-Depth Analysis: Positioning, Distinctions, and Price Outlook of a New Force in Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)

Aster In-Depth Analysis: Positioning, Distinctions, and Price Outlook of a New Force in Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of Aster, examining its project positioning and core strengths in the context of DEX sector trends and price dynamics.

Blog Team12/17/2025