1inch

**1inch Aqua is preparing to launch its first implementation on Ethereum mainnet within two weeks.** The project, called AquaZero, was built on the 1inch Aqua protocol and won a main prize at ETHGlobal. It's being incubated by 1inch. **Key features:** - Shared liquidity model - Live deployment scheduled for mainnet in 2 weeks - First proof-of-concept for Aqua protocol Aqua is a liquidity protocol designed to improve capital efficiency by allowing liquidity providers to keep funds in their accounts while sharing them across multiple strategies simultaneously. The mainnet launch represents a significant milestone for the protocol, moving from concept to live implementation.

**Tokenized SpaceX equity** saw $3.86B in trading volume during June 2026, with the majority of activity concentrated on decentralized platforms. **Key metrics:** - 78.5% of June's EVM trading volume processed through 1inch - SPCXon and SPCXx tokens available for trading - Gasless swaps with MEV protection via intent-based architecture **Market context:** Binance holds over 60% market share for SpaceX perpetual futures ($SPCXUSDT), making it their second-largest traded product after Bitcoin. The platform recorded $5.6B in 24-hour volume as of June 13, with cumulative volume exceeding $9.0B across pre-IPO and post-listing phases. The tokenized equity market continues to gain traction as traditional financial instruments migrate to blockchain infrastructure.

**The Problem:** Large tokenized real-world asset (RWA) and stock trades remain visible in public mempools, making them vulnerable to front-running and sandwich attacks that extract value from traders. **1inch's Solution:** - Routes RWA swaps through **intent-based execution** - Orders filled by resolvers **off the public mempool** - No exposed orders means **no MEV extraction** **Infrastructure Advantage:** 1inch operates non-custodial routing for **27M+ connected wallets**, handling regulated assets without custodial requirements—infrastructure tested at scale before tokenized RWAs needed it. [Read full announcement](https://1inch.com/blog/post/1inch-lands-on-robinhood-chain)

**1inch has appointed Holly Atkinson as Chief Product and Technology Officer.** Atkinson will lead product strategy for the protocol's core routing infrastructure and oversee the launch of Aqua, a shared liquidity product. **Key responsibilities:** - Managing product strategy across 1inch's routing infrastructure - Leading the development and launch of Aqua - Leveraging her experience in full-stack engineering and blockchain architecture Atkinson brings expertise spanning full-stack engineering, blockchain architecture, and executive leadership to the role. The protocol maintains its focus on delivering optimal rates, deep liquidity, and robust DeFi infrastructure.

**1inch Business has launched a unified API** that packages tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) and tokenized stock routing into a single integration point for wallets, fintechs, and protocols. **The problem it solves:** - Building RWA infrastructure from scratch typically requires months of development - Teams must handle compliance filters, pricing feeds, and liquidity access separately - RWA liquidity remains fragmented across multiple platforms **What's included:** - Pre-built compliance and routing infrastructure - Aggregated execution across fragmented RWA liquidity sources - Integration with existing RWA providers like [Ondo Finance](https://ondofinance.com) and xStocks **Why it matters:** The API removes technical barriers that have prevented RWAs from becoming widely usable in DeFi. Instead of building complex infrastructure, projects can now integrate tokenized assets through a single endpoint. For teams looking to add RWA trading capabilities, this reduces implementation time from months to a single API integration.

**1inch has integrated with Robinhood Chain as a launch partner**, enabling users to trade stock tokens directly through its platform. **Key features:** - Access to stock tokens on Robinhood Chain through 1inch Swap, Wallet, and API - Part of the broader movement bringing global markets onchain - Available from day one of Robinhood Chain's launch This integration marks a significant step in bridging traditional financial markets with decentralized trading infrastructure. Users can now access tokenized stocks through 1inch's familiar interface and tools. [Read the full announcement](https://1inch.com/blog/post/1inch-lands-on-robinhood-chain)

A nine-day educational initiative brought hands-on DeFi workshops to university campuses across the US East Coast, attracting over 800 students. **Key highlights:** - Partnership with [Ledger](https://www.ledger.com) delivered practical workshops covering DeFi fundamentals, wallet usage, and security protocols - Sessions focused on real-world applications rather than theoretical concepts - Building on previous success at [Yale University](https://www.yale.edu), where extended Q&A sessions demonstrated strong student engagement **What students learned:** - How DeFi protocols manage liquidity movement - Cross-chain routing mechanisms - On-chain asset security practices The initiative reflects a growing focus on practical blockchain education at the university level, targeting students who may become the next wave of DeFi builders and leaders. The organizers are now seeking input on which regions or campuses to visit next. This grassroots approach to DeFi education contrasts with typical conference-style learning, offering students direct access to protocol mechanics and security practices through interactive workshops.

Two sessions at the CFC St. Moritz Industry Days examine practical institutional crypto adoption. **Navigating Legal Uncertainty** (17:15-17:45) - Orest Gavryliak, Chief Legal Officer at 1inch, discusses how custody services are evolving beyond asset protection - Focus on new revenue models and trust infrastructure - Explores real-world applications currently leading the sector **Institutional DeFi without Bridges** (18:05-18:30) - Sasha, Head of BD at 1inch, explains cross-chain trading methods that bypass traditional bridges - Covers integration between existing trading infrastructure and DeFi protocols - Examines current institutional use cases Both sessions address practical challenges institutions face when adopting decentralized finance solutions. [Event details](https://industry-days.cfc-stmoritz.com/)

The 1inch team will participate in panel discussions at **CFC St. Moritz Industry Days** on Thursday, January 15. **Key Details:** - Event: CFC St. Moritz Industry Days - Date: Thursday, January 15 - Participants: 1inch team members - Format: Multiple panel discussions The announcement invites attendees who are in the area to catch the team's presentations. Specific panel topics and timing details were not disclosed in the announcement.

1inch continues its security awareness campaign with a straightforward reminder to users. **Key Message:** - Users should maintain personal vigilance when interacting with DeFi protocols - The core principle: "Don't trust - verify" - Security resources available at [1inch.com/security](http://1inch.com/security) **Context:** This follows 1inch's previous security initiatives, including their token warning system launched in mid-2025. That system, built on 1inch Shield in collaboration with Web3 Antivirus, automatically alerts users when interacting with potentially malicious tokens during swaps. The repeated messaging underscores the ongoing importance of user responsibility in DeFi security, even with automated protections in place.