dYdX Season 1 Yapper Rewards Update

dYdX has published its H1 2025 semi-annual report highlighting several key developments: - Launch of $20M dYdX Surge trading competition - Implementation of new mobile user interface - Introduction of $DYDX token buyback program This follows strong growth in 2024 where: - Token holders increased 290% to 53,000 - Platform added $270B in trading volume - Over 150 new markets launched permissionlessly Total trading volume since 2021 approaches $1.5T. [Read the full report](https://www.dydx.xyz/annual-report/2025)

dYdX has launched Builder Codes, enabling developers to monetize onchain order flow across 200+ perpetual markets. Key features include: - No permissions or approvals required - Automatic fee generation on filled orders - Integration options for wallets, bots, and frontends - Fully transparent onchain operations The system follows Crypto.com's Onchain wallet integration, demonstrating practical implementation. Developers can earn revenue while providing native access to perpetual markets within their applications. [Get started with Builder Codes](https://docs.dydx.xyz/interaction/integration/integration-builder-codes) *Build sustainable DeFi applications with direct infrastructure access.*

dYdX and Crypto.com have partnered to launch Onchain Royale, a new trading competition with a total prize pool of $60,000. The competition will run on Crypto.com's Onchain Wallet, powered by dYdX arena. Prize structure: - $20,000 allocated for consistent trading performance - $40,000 reserved for top performers The competition builds on dYdX's earlier launch of permissionless trading competitions, expanding their competitive trading ecosystem. *Note: Available in select jurisdictions. Terms and conditions apply.* [Register for Onchain Royale](https://www.dydx.xyz/cryptocom)

dYdX has completed its Surge Season 3 trading competition, distributing $1.4M in rewards to 1,848 successful traders. Key highlights: - $1.4M total reward pool - 1,848 qualifying traders - Season 4 now live The new season promises expanded market offerings and an enhanced reward structure. Traders can participate in the competition immediately, with opportunities to earn rewards through active trading on the platform. Previous seasons have shown consistent engagement, with Season 2 reaching 2,800 traders.

dYdX has introduced instant market listings, allowing traders to create new markets without traditional barriers: - No approval process required - Zero listing fees - Immediate market deployment Since launching the Unlimited feature, the platform has seen 17 new markets listed, with potential for 500+ additional markets. This development marks a significant shift toward truly permissionless trading infrastructure. Learn more about creating markets at [dYdX Markets](https://dydx.trade/markets)