Circle's EURC Now Available for Trading on Aave/Base
Circle's EURC Now Available for Trading on Aave/Base
๐ช๐บ Euro Stablecoin Takes Base

Circle's euro-backed stablecoin EURC has been added as a quote currency for five trading pairs on Aave's Base deployment:
- ETH/EURC
- weETH/EURC
- wstETH/EURC
- cbETH/EURC
- cbBTC/EURC
EURC maintains a 1:1 euro peg and is available across 38 blockchains via API3 Market. Important: Trading involves leverage risk. Users should review Contango documentation before engaging with variable rate markets.
Pendle Finance Principal Tokens Approaching Expiration
Two Pendle Finance Principal Tokens (PTs) are set to expire tomorrow: - PT-eUSDE with $9M open interest from Ethena Labs - PT-USDS with $6M open interest from Sky Ecosystem **Important Notes:** - Trading involves leverage and significant risk - Contango operates on variable rate markets - New users should review documentation before trading *Resources:* - [Detailed PT Instruments Guide](https://docs.contango.xyz/resources/faq/pt-instruments) - [Platform Documentation](https://docs.contango.xyz/)
Contango Launches New GHO Trading Pairs on Gnosis Chain

Contango has introduced three new GHO trading pairs on Gnosis Chain via Aave: - USDC/GHO - DAI/GHO - sexyDAI/GHO These pairs cater to carry traders seeking leverage opportunities. The platform builds positions on variable rate markets, requiring careful understanding of the mechanics. **Important Notes:** - Trading involves significant leverage risks - Users should review [documentation](https://docs.contango.xyz/) before trading - E-mode functionality enables higher leverage options - Existing position holders can migrate to benefit from improved liquidation prices *Always conduct thorough research before engaging in leveraged trading.*
Contango Introduces Shortcuts for Enhanced Pricing
Contango has launched a new Shortcuts feature aimed at improving pricing efficiency for users. The update streamlines the trading process on their perpetual futures platform. - Shortcuts provide optimized pricing mechanisms - Built on existing money market infrastructure - Designed for both experienced traders and new users The platform continues to leverage deep liquidity from money markets, maintaining their approach to more stable funding rates through interest rate mechanisms. *Trading just got more straightforward on Contango.*
Market Update: Understanding Funding Rates on Contango

Markets show strong upward momentum with rising yields and funding rates across platforms. Contango offers distinctive funding rates due to its money market-based approach. - Trading pairs available with up to 4x leverage - Notable stability in directional pair trading - Lower volatility in funding rates compared to industry standards **Key Consideration**: Positions are built on variable rate markets, requiring careful understanding before trading. Learn more about leveraged trading via money markets: [Detailed Guide](https://medium.com/contango-xyz/why-you-should-trade-on-leverage-using-money-markets-93b988fc69ec) โ ๏ธ *Risk Warning*: Leverage trading involves significant risk. Please review [documentation](https://docs.contango.xyz/) before trading.