Velodrome Finance Releases Data Dashboards for Aerodrome and Velodrome DEXs
Velodrome Finance Releases Data Dashboards for Aerodrome and Velodrome DEXs
馃搳 New DEX Dashboards
Velodrome Finance has created data dashboards providing an overview of the Aerodrome and Velodrome decentralized exchanges on the Optimism network. The dashboards display protocol holdings, recent transactions, and core metrics for each DEX. Key features include funds and balance history for protocol accounts, the most recent transactions made on each exchange, and relevant data on flows to centralized exchanges and perpetual contracts. These dashboards offer transparency into the operations of the two leading liquidity marketplaces on Optimism.
Aerodrome & Velodrome Overview Dashboards Our team created data dashboards for Aerodrome and Velodrome Finance. You can see protocol holdings, recent transactions, as well as core metrics for each DEX. The Aerodrome/Velodrome overview dashboards feature: - Funds and balance
Aerodrome and Velodrome Merge into Aero This July
Two major decentralized exchanges are consolidating under a single brand. **Key Details:** - Aerodrome and Velodrome will merge to form **Aero** in July 2026 - The combined platform will expand beyond Optimism to Ethereum and Circle's Arc blockchain - Data analysis is currently underway ahead of the merger This consolidation represents a significant shift in the DEX landscape, bringing together two established trading platforms into one unified marketplace. The expansion to additional chains suggests a broader strategy for liquidity aggregation across multiple networks. The merger follows a trend of protocol consolidation in DeFi as platforms seek greater efficiency and market share.
Ethereum Scales While App Layer Expands with Aero Launch
**Ethereum continues its scaling journey** while simultaneously expanding its application ecosystem. - The network is making progress on both infrastructure and user-facing applications - **Aero is scheduled to launch in Q2 2026** - This represents continued development in Ethereum's multi-layered approach The dual focus on scaling and app development shows Ethereum's comprehensive growth strategy beyond just transaction throughput improvements.
Velodrome Offers High-Yield LP Rewards on Ink Chain with Returns Up to 490%
**Velodrome Slipstream** is offering substantial liquidity provider rewards on Ink chain with three main pools: - **$USDT0 - $WETH**: ~490% APY - **$kBTC - $USDG**: ~435% APY - **$WETH - $kBTC**: ~212% APY Users can deposit directly on [@inkonchain](https://inkonchain.com) to start earning these yields immediately. These rates represent significant opportunities for liquidity providers looking to maximize returns on their crypto assets through automated market making. *Ready to explore high-yield DeFi opportunities? Check Velodrome's liquidity page for all available pools.*
馃殌 Aero Upgrade Coming
**Velodrome & Aerodrome voters earned $200 million in rewards this year** - a significant milestone for decentralized exchange participants. **MetaDEX03 will upgrade Aero's economic engine** in Q2 2026, promising enhanced functionality for the trading platform. The announcement positions these developments as proof that **crypto can extend beyond gaming and speculation** into substantial economic utility. For detailed information: [Aero FAQ](https://paragraph.com/@aerodrome-foundation/aero-faq)
Velodrome and Aerodrome Communities Unite Under New r/Aero Subreddit
**Velodrome and Aerodrome communities are merging** under a new unified Reddit community as both protocols prepare for the upcoming Aero transition. **Key Changes:** - Old unofficial subreddit has been retired - New [r/Aero](https://www.reddit.com/r/aero/) community launched - Brings together users from both Velodrome & Aerodrome protocols **What This Means:** The consolidation reflects the protocols' evolution toward Aero next year, creating a single hub for community discussions and updates. **Join the new community** at [r/Aero](https://www.reddit.com/r/aero/) to stay connected with the latest developments.