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Mainstream Perp DEX Overview: Platform Trading Volume Up from Yesterday, Hyperliquid Leads in Trading Activity

2025.12.30 18:50:54

On December 30th, DefiLlama data shows a surge in trading activity on perpetual DEXs (Perp DEXs). Overall volume across multiple platforms spiked sharply today, jumping from generally less than $30 billion yesterday. Hyperliquid leads the pack with a nearly $70 billion daily trading volume; by contrast, Lighter’s volume increase has been relatively modest—suggesting waning interest in its token rewards. Key platform metrics (24-hour trading volume, TVL, open interest): - Hyperliquid: ~$68.8B, ~$41.6B, $74.4B - Aster: ~$51.6B, ~$12.4B, $24.1B - Lighter: ~$33.9B, ~$14.5B, $14.9B - EdgeX: ~$28.1B, ~$3.73B, $7.67B - Extended: ~$14.1B, ~$1.2B, $1.6B - ApeX: ~$13.6B, ~$45.84M, $23B - Pacifica: ~$5.16B, ~$41.12M, $59.19M
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