CoW Protocol Launches First MEV-Capturing AMM
CoW Protocol Launches First MEV-Capturing AMM
🐮 MEV-Capturing AMM Launched
In February, CoW Protocol launched the first live AMM designed to protect liquidity providers from the dangers of MEV. The new CoW AMM received significant media coverage and attention from influencers across the crypto space. Other notable developments included improvements to the user interface, a Twitter Space explaining the CoW AMM, marketing videos featuring memes, the COW token listing on TokenUnlocks, and integration with Ajnas for borrowing DAI against COW tokens.
Per CIP-34, CoW Protocol is testing fee models with a view to long-term sustainability for the protocol and its users. The first test – 50% of surplus on out-of-market limit orders – generated 130 ETH for the protocol and had no observable impact on retention. More info 👇
CIP-34 passed by an overwhelming majority. This is an important milestone on the protocol's journey toward self-sustainability, for the ultimate benefit of its users. snapshot.org/#/cow.eth/prop… As directed, the core team will begin testing fee models asap. More info soon.
Extra 📣 Extra 📢 CoW Protocol’s March Update is here 🐮📈 A teaser: - Monthly volume: $3.42 billion ❗️❗️ - The team touched grass in Portgual - Made significant progress on fees, and more 🤠 Read the full recap 👉 blog.cow.fi/cow-dao-march-… 👈
Starting tomorrow, CoW Protocol will begin experimenting with quote improvement fees on market orders, per CIP-34. Quote improvement fees are incentive-aligned between the protocol and its users: the more CoW Protocol gets for its users, the more CoW Protocol gets for itself.
CIP-34 passed by an overwhelming majority. This is an important milestone on the protocol's journey toward self-sustainability, for the ultimate benefit of its users. snapshot.org/#/cow.eth/prop… As directed, the core team will begin testing fee models asap. More info soon.
MEV Blocker Distributes 156 ETH in Trader Rebates for February
Despite a cooling market in February, MEV Blocker maintained significant user benefits: - Traders received 156 ETH in rebates during February - This follows January's distribution of 287 ETH - MEV protection continues to provide tangible value for traders MEV Blocker helps protect trades from value extraction while rewarding users with rebates. Learn more at [MEV Blocker](https://cow.fi/mev-blocker).
CoW Protocol Token Expands to Major Korean Exchanges
The CoW Protocol token ($COW) continues its exchange expansion with new listings on two major South Korean cryptocurrency platforms: - Now available for trading on Bithumb as of March 5, 2025 - Listed on Upbit since February 26, 2025 These strategic listings on leading Korean exchanges enhance $COW's market accessibility and trading liquidity in the Asian market. *Trading is now live on both platforms*
CoW Protocol Integrates USDS on Arbitrum Network
CoW Protocol announced the integration of USDS stablecoin on the Arbitrum network, expanding its multi-chain presence. The protocol aims to provide transparent and efficient savings options through: - Seamless stablecoin conversions (USDC, USDS, DAI) - Earning opportunities via Sky Savings Rate - Zero platform fees and no slippage - Instant withdrawals Users can now access these features on both Ethereum and Arbitrum networks, enhancing cross-chain accessibility for DeFi savings.
CoW Swap Adds Estimated Fill Price Preview for Limit Orders
CoW Swap has enhanced its limit order functionality by introducing estimated fill price previews. This new feature allows traders to see the expected execution price before placing their limit orders, reducing uncertainty in trading decisions. - Preview estimated fill prices before trade execution - Available now on the CoW Swap platform - Helps traders make more informed decisions Try the new feature at [CoW Swap](https://swap.cow.fi/#/1/limit/WETH/0xA0b86991c6218b36c1d19D4a2e9Eb0cE3606eB48?tab=all&page=1)
CoW Swap and Bankr Bot Integration Brings Simplified Limit Orders to Base
CoW Swap and Bankr have partnered to enhance trading on Base network with a streamlined limit order system. Users can now place limit orders through simple message commands to Bankr bot, eliminating the need for complex trading interfaces. Key features: - Intent-based execution - Gasless transactions - MEV protection - Automatic limit price calculations The integration aims to make sophisticated trading accessible to more users while maintaining robust protection against market exploitation.