PancakeSwap Burns Over $25 Million Worth of CAKE Tokens

PancakeSwap has rebranded its Initial Farm Offering (IFO) platform to **CAKE.PAD**, offering users early access to new tokens before they launch on exchanges. The platform operates with a simplified approach: - No staking requirements - No lock-up periods - Users commit CAKE tokens and claim new tokens This launch is part of PancakeSwap's broader strategy to **increase CAKE utility** while continuing its token burn mechanism. The platform aims to provide exclusive opportunities for CAKE holders to participate in new token launches. CAKE.PAD represents a streamlined approach to token launches, removing traditional barriers like staking or lock-ups that other platforms typically require. [Learn more about CAKE.PAD](https://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/cake-pad)

**PancakeSwap Perpetuals** has expanded its stock trading offerings with three major tech assets: - **Google (GOOG)** - **Meta (META)** - **NVIDIA (NVDA)** Traders can now access **6 total stock perpetuals** with up to **25x leverage** on the platform. **Available trading pairs:** - [GOOGUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/GOOGUSD.rsc) - [METAUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/METAUSD.rsc) - [NVDAUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/NVDAUSD.rsc) This follows previous additions of **Apple, Amazon, and Tesla** perpetuals in August. *Start trading these tech giants with leverage on PancakeSwap's perpetual platform.*

**PancakeSwap reached a milestone $772 billion in trading volume during Q3 2025**, marking the decentralized exchange's highest quarterly performance to date. The record-breaking numbers demonstrate significant growth in DeFi adoption and trading activity across PancakeSwap's multi-chain ecosystem. **Key highlights:** - Q3 volume of $772 billion represents substantial growth - Builds on previous record of $173 billion monthly volume - Reflects broader DeFi market expansion This achievement positions PancakeSwap as a leading force in decentralized trading, showcasing the platform's ability to handle massive transaction volumes while maintaining accessibility for users. The milestone underscores the growing institutional and retail interest in DeFi protocols, with PancakeSwap benefiting from its user-friendly interface and cross-chain capabilities. [Read full details](https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/pancakeswap-posts-record-usd749-billion-in-q3-trading-volumes)

**PancakeSwap achieves new milestone** with $772 billion in trading volume for the quarter, marking another all-time high for the decentralized exchange. The platform celebrated its **5th anniversary** with a community contest, announcing winners who will receive limited-edition birthday merchandise boxes. **Key achievements:** - $772B quarterly trading volume (new ATH) - $2.5T total trading volume since launch - 143M users across multiple chains - $2.3B total value locked (TVL) **Contest winners** include @ReignBoat, @MindBodyCrypt0, @amandabinance, @Vinothi04, and @skyguyeth. Winners must DM by October 7, 2025 to claim prizes. **Security reminder:** PancakeSwap will never initiate DMs or send suspicious links. Only trust information from official accounts. The milestone reinforces PancakeSwap's position as one of DeFi's largest ecosystems, operating across nine blockchain networks.

**PancakeSwap has completed its fifth CAKE token airdrop** for Coinbase One subscribers as part of Round 2 distributions. **How to participate:** - Be a Coinbase One member - Trade $100+ on PancakeSwap - Use Base, BNB Chain, or Arbitrum networks - Earn CAKE tokens every 2 weeks The program continues to reward active traders who maintain Coinbase One memberships while using PancakeSwap's multi-chain platform. [Learn more about the program](http://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/pancake-swap-adds-onchain-benefits-for-coinbase-one-members-8-453-cake-airdrops-every-2-weeks)