Velodrome Hits All-Time Volume High on Unichain with $167M
Velodrome Hits All-Time Volume High on Unichain with $167M
🚴♀️ Velodrome breaks records
Velodrome achieved record-breaking performance in Epoch 182, with volumes on Unichain reaching all-time highs of $167M.
Key metrics from the latest epoch:
- $343M+ total volume across the Superchain
- $198M in volume generated beyond OP Mainnet
- $217K distributed in voting rewards to participants
- Maintained #1 DEX position across 8 different chains
The milestone pushed Velodrome's year-to-date volume past $2B, demonstrating sustained growth in the decentralized exchange space.
This performance builds on previous efficiency gains, where Velodrome's top Unichain pool generated comparable volume to competitors using just 1% of their total value locked.
Epoch 182 Recap 🚴♀️ Last epoch, Velodrome volumes hit all-time highs on @unichain, capturing $167M and surpassing $2B in total vol YTD. 🔴 $343M+ in volume across the Superchain 📈 $198M in volume beyond OP Mainnet 🗳️ $217K distributed in voting rewards 🥇 #1 DEX across 8 chains
In the last 24 hours, Velodrome's top pool on @unichain generated almost as much volume as the top pool from the competition... ...with only 1% of the TVL. That's over an 85x in efficiency. Job's not done.
Velodrome and Aerodrome Merge to Form Aero Unified Liquidity Layer
Two major decentralized exchanges, Velodrome and Aerodrome, are merging to create **Aero**, a unified liquidity layer designed to serve the entire Ethereum ecosystem. **Key Points:** - The merger combines the strengths of both platforms into a single DEX - Aero aims to provide a comprehensive liquidity solution across Ethereum - The new platform will feature an updated economic engine - Expansion plans include deployment to Circle's Arc blockchain in 2026 This consolidation represents a significant shift in the DeFi landscape, bringing together two established protocols to create a more robust trading infrastructure. The unified approach seeks to address liquidity fragmentation across different chains and protocols. The merger follows a trend of protocol consolidation in the decentralized exchange space, where combining resources and user bases can lead to deeper liquidity and improved trading experiences.
cbAssets Now Tradeable Across All Velodrome Deployments via Metaswaps Beta
Velodrome has enabled cross-chain trading of cbAssets across all its deployments on OP Stack chains through Metaswaps beta. **Key Features:** - Trade cbAssets (cbBTC, cbETH, cbMEGA) with single transactions - Seamless swaps across the Superchain - Available on all Velodrome-deployed chains This integration marks the first time Base-native cbAssets can be traded across multiple chains through Velodrome's infrastructure. The feature leverages Metaswaps beta technology to enable cross-chain liquidity without requiring multiple transactions or bridge interactions. Users can now access cbAsset liquidity across the OP Stack ecosystem through Velodrome's unified interface.
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.*
🚀 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)