Binance has announced a new airdrop program in partnership with Towns Protocol.
- $TOWNS tokens will be distributed to eligible $asBNB holders
- Qualification is tied to BNB Simple Earn subscriptions
- Distribution details and claim process to be announced soon
The airdrop is part of Binance's ongoing rewards program for BNB ecosystem participants. Holders can check eligibility and learn more about Towns Protocol on Binance's announcement page.
Aster Launches Enhanced BNB Staking with Dual Yield Strategy

Aster introduces a new dual-yield strategy for BNB holders: - Stake BNB to receive asBNB tokens earning ~18% APY - Use asBNB as collateral for BNB trading with up to 100x leverage on Aster Pro This update builds on Aster's recent developments including: - Launch of Aster Voyager social quest program - New listings including ESPORTS, TREE, and major stocks like AAPL - Enhanced margin tiers for BTC/USDT and ETH/USDT pairs The platform continues to expand its yield opportunities, with asBNB offering among the highest staking returns in the ecosystem.
Aster Seeks Remote Business Development Manager for Perpetual DEX

Aster, a cryptocurrency project building a perpetual decentralized exchange (DEX), is hiring a remote Business Development Manager. The role focuses on building and scaling business partnerships in the crypto space. Key Requirements: - Experience in business partnership development - Understanding of DeFi and perpetual trading - Remote work capability The position offers an opportunity to join an emerging project in the DeFi space. Previous related openings at the company included partnership roles for blockchain wallet integration and token project collaboration. [Apply via Lever](https://jobs.lever.co/pioneer-services/9804c756-ae38-4aa2-9bbe-c4050c1e4b10)
Aster Mobile App Launch

Aster has launched their mobile app, bringing perpetual trading to mobile devices. The app allows users to: - Access core Aster trading features on-the-go - Trade perpetual futures from mobile devices - Monitor positions anywhere, anytime The mobile version maintains feature parity with the desktop platform while optimizing for portable use. Download available at [Aster Mobile](https://asterdex.com/en)
Multiple Airdrops Now Available for asBNB Holders
asBNB holders can now claim multiple airdrop rewards: - $PROVE rewards from Succinct Labs - $TOWNS rewards from Towns Protocol - $TREE rewards from Treehouse Finance All rewards are claimable through [AsterDex platform](https://www.asterdex.com/en/earn/astoken?token=slisBNB). *Key benefit*: asBNB functions as a Liquid Staking Token (LST), enabling holders to: - Earn passive yield - Use tokens as active trading collateral simultaneously Check eligibility and claim your rewards now.
Aster Pro Updates Trading Limits and Margin Requirements

Aster Pro has implemented significant changes to its trading infrastructure: - New Trading Limits page launched for easy access to leverage and margin requirements - Updated margin tiers and leverage adjustments for BTCUSDT & ETHUSDT perpetual contracts - Changes effective from August 1, 2025, at 02:00 UTC Traders can now easily view: - Maximum leverage allowed per trading pair - Required margin calculations - Updated tier structure For detailed information: - Trading rules: [Aster Trading Limits](https://www.asterdex.com/en/futures/trading-rules/leverage-and-margin) - Full breakdown: [Margin Tier Updates](https://medium.com/@AsterDEX/763810648167)