Aster launches BTCUSDC, ETHUSDC and SOLUSDC perpetuals

Aster has launched BTCUSDC, ETHUSDC and SOLUSDC perpetual markets, letting traders speculate on the three largest crypto assets with USDC as margin. The move was announced in a post crediting @arc and @circle for helping expand USDC's role in on-chain trading.

• The new pairs are live on Aster alongside its existing perpetual offerings.
• No leverage details or contract specifics were included in the announcement.

The listing extends Aster's market lineup beyond its usual altcoin perps, adding USDC-margined majors.