Aerodrome Finance has revealed three new features coming ahead of its Aero token launch.
The announcement was made on April 19, 2026, though specific details about the features were not disclosed in the brief update.
This follows a pattern of feature releases, with partners launching new capabilities in December 2025.
Background:
- Aerodrome operates as Base's central liquidity hub
- Uses a vote-lock governance model with NFT-based voting
- Built on Velodrome V2 architecture
Three new features ahead of Aero launch 👇
Ethereum is entering a new era: faster, cheaper, more interoperable. Aero's July launch is fast approaching, so we're introducing three new features to Aerodrome to prepare for it: 1️⃣Upgraded Dynamic Fees 2️⃣Upgraded Gauges 3️⃣Metaswaps Beta Full details 👇
Aerodrome Requires Pool Migration This Week to Maintain Emissions
Aerodrome is implementing an upgrade ahead of its Aero token launch. Users participating in three specific concentrated liquidity pools must migrate their positions this week to continue receiving emissions. **Affected pools:** - CL200-MUSD/MEZO - CL50-MUSD/USDC - CL200-WETH/RED The migration deadline is approaching, and failure to move positions may result in lost emission rewards. This upgrade follows the recent addition of MUSD pools to Aerodrome's emission-eligible pools in March.
🔒 Aero Security Audits Begin with Chain Security

Aerodrome Finance has officially started its security audit process ahead of its July launch. **Key Details:** - Technical design audit now underway with [Chain Security](https://chainsecurity.com) - Code audits scheduled to follow - Pre-launch bug bounty contest planned - Target launch: July 2026 The multi-phase security review represents the final step before Aero's mainnet deployment on Base. The protocol previously announced three rounds of audits would begin in April.
Blockworks Launches Comprehensive Aerodrome Analytics Dashboard

Blockworks has released a new analytics dashboard for Aerodrome Finance, featuring over 100 charts that track key protocol metrics. **Dashboard Features:** - Trading volume analysis - Liquidity metrics - Tokenomics data - Protocol holdings and balance history - Recent transaction tracking - CEX and perpetuals flow data The dashboard provides comprehensive visibility into Aerodrome's performance as Base's central liquidity hub. [Access the dashboard](https://blockworks.com/analytics/aerodrome)
Aerodrome Expands DEX Integration to 87 Countries, Launches Major Protocol Upgrades
Aerodrome Finance has rolled out significant platform improvements this week, expanding its reach and functionality. **Key Developments:** - DEX integration now live across 87 countries, marking substantial geographic expansion - Protocol upgrades implemented to enhance the Lock. Vote. Earn. mechanism - New focus on locked token economics with "Locked Tokens = Locked In" initiative - Predictive Allocation livestream scheduled to explain upcoming features The updates build on recent momentum, including a 617K $AERO buyback and the conclusion of Flight School. veAERO voters can now claim veMEZO tokens as part of the ecosystem's evolving governance structure. Aerodrome continues positioning itself as Base's central liquidity hub, with these upgrades aimed at improving user experience and strengthening its AMM infrastructure.