Background

Aerodrome

Aerodrome Finance is a next-generation AMM designed to serve as Base's  central liquidity hub, combining a powerful liquidity incentive engine,  vote-lock governance model, and friendly user experience. Aerodrome  inherits the latest features from Velodrome V2. Aerodrome NFTs vote to  distribute token emissions and receive incentives and fees generated by  the protocol.

Integrationstwitter

Aero Predictive Allocation FAQ Released Ahead of Launch

Mon 20th Jul 2026
Aerodrome has published a detailed FAQ on **Predictive Allocation**, a new primitive coming with the Aero upgrade. **Key Context:** - Aero launch is approaching following audit progress updates - AERO recently listed on Binance - Platform has distributed 35M in voter rewards year-to-date - 214K AERO buyback completed The FAQ provides technical details on how Predictive Allocation will function within the upgraded protocol. This follows previous announcements about Aero's development timeline and integration with AI agents. [Read the full FAQ](https://aero.xyz/articles/aero-predictive-allocation-faq/)

Aerodrome Introduces Predictive Allocation for Liquidity Management

Mon 27th Jul 2026
Aerodrome Finance is implementing a new **Predictive Allocation** mechanism designed to improve how liquidity moves across its platform. The system aims to deliver three core benefits: - More responsive capital formation - Potential for revenue generation - Efficient distribution of rewards The mechanism works by directing liquidity to where markets are likely to need it next, rather than where it currently exists. This forward-looking approach could help capital find its most valuable uses across the protocol. While Aerodrome will initially apply Predictive Allocation to liquidity formation, the underlying framework has broader potential. The mechanism could extend to any domain where decisions must be made under uncertainty and capital needs to be allocated efficiently.

Aerodrome Launches Agent Integration for Autonomous DeFi Trading

Mon 27th Jul 2026
Aerodrome Finance has released a new SDK that enables AI agents to execute DeFi operations autonomously while maintaining user custody of private keys. **Key Features:** - Agents can build ready-to-sign transactions for swaps, liquidity management, and LP reward claims - Local-first architecture ensures full privacy - Real-time onchain calls without key exposure **Getting Started:** 1. Install the Sugar SDK 2. Add RPC endpoint 3. Use CLI or enable agent automation The integration allows users to delegate complex DeFi tasks to AI agents while retaining complete control over their assets. Full documentation available at [Aerodrome Agents](https://aerodrome-finance.github.io/agents/).

Aerodrome Executes 336K AERO Buyback Using Algorithmic Market-Aware Strategy

Mon 15th Jun 2026
The Aerodrome Foundation's Public Goods Fund (PGF) completed a 336K AERO token buyback on July 22, 2026, using its algorithmic Momentum Fund framework. **Key Details:** - The buyback follows a rules-based, market-aware approach rather than fixed schedules or team intuition - All acquired tokens are permanently locked to ensure long-term protocol alignment - The model scales deployment based on market conditions, concentrating resources during optimal periods **Cumulative Impact:** - Nearly 200M AERO has been bought back and locked through PGF, Flight School, Relay and related initiatives - In 2026 alone, buybacks and locks exceed 25M AERO - The PGF has acquired nearly 50M AERO since inception The programmatic approach represents a shift from traditional buyback methods, using algorithmic parameters to determine timing and size of purchases based on market dynamics.

MXNB-USDC Pool Now Eligible for AERO Emissions on Aerodrome

Thu 11th Jun 2026
The **MXNB-USDC liquidity pool** on Aerodrome Finance is now receiving AERO token emissions. - Bitso's MXNB stablecoin joins the Base ecosystem's central liquidity hub - Pool participants can now earn AERO emissions as incentives - Emissions are currently active and flowing to liquidity providers This follows a similar integration of MUSD from Mezo Network in March 2026, expanding Aerodrome's stablecoin offerings on Base.
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Aerodrome Completes Initial Audits, Reaches $300B ETH Volume Milestone

Mon 8th Jun 2026
Aerodrome Finance has completed its initial Aero audits and reached $300 billion in all-time ETH trading volume. **Key Developments:** - Initial Aero audits now complete - Platform now accessible for AI agents - $300B milestone in cumulative ETH volume - 190M $AERO tokens acquired and locked - $TEA token launches through Aero Ignition program The platform continues expanding its infrastructure with the [Dromos Labs](https://twitter.com/DromosLabs) origin story and predictive allocation features. These updates build on previous progress, including ongoing audits and a 624K AERO buyback announced in April.

Aerodrome Announces Pool Migration for MEV-Resistant Upgrades

Thu 14th May 2026
Aerodrome Finance is rolling out MEV-resistant pool upgrades, requiring liquidity providers to migrate their positions. **Affected Pools:** - CL200-cbBTC/AERO - CL200-WETH/TOWNS - CL200-WETH/VIRTUAL - CL200-WETH/RECALL - CL200-DIEM/VVV - CL100-cbBTC/cbDOGE - CL100-WETH/VIRTUAL - CL1-USDC/RECALL Liquidity providers in these pools need to migrate to the new versions to continue earning optimal emissions. The migration is part of ongoing infrastructure improvements following the launch of Aero, with early data showing positive impact from the MEV-resistant design.
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Aerodrome Expands DEX Integration to 87 Countries, Launches Major Protocol Upgrades

Mon 13th Apr 2026
Aerodrome Finance has rolled out significant platform improvements this week, expanding its reach and functionality. **Key Developments:** - DEX integration now live across 87 countries, marking substantial geographic expansion - Protocol upgrades implemented to enhance the Lock. Vote. Earn. mechanism - New focus on locked token economics with "Locked Tokens = Locked In" initiative - Predictive Allocation livestream scheduled to explain upcoming features The updates build on recent momentum, including a 617K $AERO buyback and the conclusion of Flight School. veAERO voters can now claim veMEZO tokens as part of the ecosystem's evolving governance structure. Aerodrome continues positioning itself as Base's central liquidity hub, with these upgrades aimed at improving user experience and strengthening its AMM infrastructure.

Aerodrome Offers Cash Back on Base App Swaps Through April 25

Thu 9th Apr 2026
Aerodrome Finance is running a limited-time cash back promotion on its Base app mini-app. Users who make swaps through the platform will receive cash back rewards. **Key Details:** - Promotion runs from now through April 25th - Cash back applies to every swap made on the Aerodrome mini-app - Wallet limits apply to the promotion - Available through the [Base app](https://base.app/app/aerodrome.finance/mini?utm_source=aero&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=miniapp_onboarding_mar2026) The incentive program appears designed to drive user adoption of Aerodrome's mini-app integration on Base, offering direct financial rewards for trading activity during the promotional window.
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Aerodrome PGF Locks 825K AERO Tokens in Latest Buyback

Thu 12th Mar 2026
The Aerodrome Protocol Growth Fund (PGF) has purchased and max-locked 825,000 AERO tokens through its market-aware buyback program. **Key figures:** - 825K AERO acquired and locked in latest buyback - ~70M AERO total acquired and locked over the past year - Tokens secured through PGF, Flight School, and Relay programs The protocol continues its systematic token acquisition strategy, with the upcoming Momentum Fund launch on the horizon. These buybacks reduce circulating supply by permanently locking tokens, a mechanism designed to support long-term protocol sustainability.
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