PancakeSwap

PancakeSwap has rebranded its Initial Farm Offering (IFO) platform to **CAKE.PAD**, offering users early access to new tokens before they launch on exchanges. The platform operates with a simplified approach: - No staking requirements - No lock-up periods - Users commit CAKE tokens and claim new tokens This launch is part of PancakeSwap's broader strategy to **increase CAKE utility** while continuing its token burn mechanism. The platform aims to provide exclusive opportunities for CAKE holders to participate in new token launches. CAKE.PAD represents a streamlined approach to token launches, removing traditional barriers like staking or lock-ups that other platforms typically require. [Learn more about CAKE.PAD](https://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/cake-pad)

**PancakeSwap Perpetuals** has expanded its stock trading offerings with three major tech assets: - **Google (GOOG)** - **Meta (META)** - **NVIDIA (NVDA)** Traders can now access **6 total stock perpetuals** with up to **25x leverage** on the platform. **Available trading pairs:** - [GOOGUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/GOOGUSD.rsc) - [METAUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/METAUSD.rsc) - [NVDAUSD](https://pancakeswap.finance/perp/v2/NVDAUSD.rsc) This follows previous additions of **Apple, Amazon, and Tesla** perpetuals in August. *Start trading these tech giants with leverage on PancakeSwap's perpetual platform.*

**PancakeSwap reached a milestone $772 billion in trading volume during Q3 2025**, marking the decentralized exchange's highest quarterly performance to date. The record-breaking numbers demonstrate significant growth in DeFi adoption and trading activity across PancakeSwap's multi-chain ecosystem. **Key highlights:** - Q3 volume of $772 billion represents substantial growth - Builds on previous record of $173 billion monthly volume - Reflects broader DeFi market expansion This achievement positions PancakeSwap as a leading force in decentralized trading, showcasing the platform's ability to handle massive transaction volumes while maintaining accessibility for users. The milestone underscores the growing institutional and retail interest in DeFi protocols, with PancakeSwap benefiting from its user-friendly interface and cross-chain capabilities. [Read full details](https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/pancakeswap-posts-record-usd749-billion-in-q3-trading-volumes)

**PancakeSwap achieves new milestone** with $772 billion in trading volume for the quarter, marking another all-time high for the decentralized exchange. The platform celebrated its **5th anniversary** with a community contest, announcing winners who will receive limited-edition birthday merchandise boxes. **Key achievements:** - $772B quarterly trading volume (new ATH) - $2.5T total trading volume since launch - 143M users across multiple chains - $2.3B total value locked (TVL) **Contest winners** include @ReignBoat, @MindBodyCrypt0, @amandabinance, @Vinothi04, and @skyguyeth. Winners must DM by October 7, 2025 to claim prizes. **Security reminder:** PancakeSwap will never initiate DMs or send suspicious links. Only trust information from official accounts. The milestone reinforces PancakeSwap's position as one of DeFi's largest ecosystems, operating across nine blockchain networks.

**PancakeSwap has completed its fifth CAKE token airdrop** for Coinbase One subscribers as part of Round 2 distributions. **How to participate:** - Be a Coinbase One member - Trade $100+ on PancakeSwap - Use Base, BNB Chain, or Arbitrum networks - Earn CAKE tokens every 2 weeks The program continues to reward active traders who maintain Coinbase One memberships while using PancakeSwap's multi-chain platform. [Learn more about the program](http://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/pancake-swap-adds-onchain-benefits-for-coinbase-one-members-8-453-cake-airdrops-every-2-weeks)

**New Zeus Network Syrup Pool launches on PancakeSwap** Users can now stake $CAKE tokens to earn $ZEUS rewards through the new syrup pool. The pool supports Zeus Network's crosschain interaction infrastructure. **Key details:** - Stake: $CAKE tokens - Earn: $ZEUS tokens - Focus: Crosschain interaction technology - Platform: [PancakeSwap Pools](https://pancakeswap.finance/pools) **Recent context:** This follows Zeus Network's $zBTC/cbBTC liquidity pool launch and AITECH's $250,000 trading event on the platform. The pool offers exposure to Zeus Network's crosschain solutions while earning rewards through PancakeSwap's established staking mechanism.

**PancakeSwap is discontinuing all features on Polygon zkEVM** in response to Polygon Labs' decision to deprecate the chain. The popular DEX is phasing out support as part of Polygon's broader strategy to streamline operations and focus resources elsewhere. **Key points:** - All PancakeSwap features on Polygon zkEVM will be sunset - Users should migrate assets to other supported chains - Other zkEVM-based chains remain unaffected This follows Polygon's June announcement about sunsetting the zkEVM chain. Users with assets on the platform should begin planning their migration strategy. [Read full details](https://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/PolygonzkEVMSunset)

**PancakeSwap has extended the deadline** for closing Perpetual V1 positions from September 30 to **October 30, 2025**. **Key Actions Required:** - Close all open positions on Perpetual V1 (Orderbook) - Withdraw all funds before the October 30 deadline - Trading remains in reduce-only mode since July 25 **Important Notes:** - Only Perpetual V1 is being discontinued - **Perpetual V2 remains fully operational** and unaffected - Users have one additional month to complete the migration The platform initially announced the shutdown in July with a September deadline, but has now provided extra time for users to safely exit their positions. [Read full announcement](https://blog.pancakeswap.finance/articles/perpetual-v1-discontinued)

PancakeSwap burned **1.11M CAKE tokens** valued at $3.07M this week, marking a **37% increase** from the previous period. The burn breakdown shows: - **AMM v3**: 750k CAKE ($2.06M) - up 60% - **AMM v2**: 271k CAKE ($745k) - up 3% - **AMM Infinity**: 13.5k CAKE ($37k) - up 68% - **Other sources**: 81k CAKE ($223k) - up 8% Net CAKE mint remained negative at **-962k CAKE** (-$2.65M), continuing the deflationary trend. View [burn proof](https://bscscan.com/tx/0x4f91ede715397de8d0059e9451103a29982af3dc3f4a5b4fc054fddcbac09dd6) and track metrics on the [burn dashboard](http://pancakeswap.finance/burn-dashboard).

**PancakeSwap introduces new staking opportunity** with AITECH token integration. **Key Details:** - Stake $AITECH tokens to earn $CAKE rewards - Partnership with AITECHio, an exchange layer for compute, DePIN, AI, DeFAI & RWA sectors - Available through [PancakeSwap pools](https://pancakeswap.finance/pools) **Birthday Trading Party:** - $250,000 total prize pool celebration - ~$80,000 in $AITECH tokens available as rewards - [Join the trading event](https://pancakeswap.finance/swap?outputCurrency=0x2D060Ef4d6BF7f9e5edDe373Ab735513c0e4F944&chain=bsc) **What is AITECH?** AITECH operates as an exchange layer that powers various emerging sectors including artificial intelligence, decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), and real-world assets (RWA). *Explore the new staking pool and birthday celebration rewards on PancakeSwap today.*