Aster Chain mainnet launches with zero gas fees, fast speed, and private trading while ASTER price rises as staking, partnerships, and expansion plans begin.
Aster announced the official launch of Aster Chain mainnet, a new Layer 1 blockchain built for trading. The project is supported by YZi Labs and it is focused on fast and private transactions. The team said the chain will support high speed, zero gas fees and built-in privacy tools. The launch is the first phase known as Chain Genesis.
Aster Chain Launches With High Speed and Privacy Features
Aster Chain is designed a trading-focused Layer 1 network. The developers said that the use of the blockchain can handle up to 100,000 transactions per second. In addition, the time of the block is approx. 50 milliseconds, which means faster confirmations. Because of this speed, the platform is geared to supporting active traders.
Aster Chain rolls out in phases:
– Chain Genesis (live now)
– Partnership (reveal tomorrow)
– Public staking for ASTER holders (this week)
– Ecosystem expansion + Aster Code partners program
– Brand & UI UpgradeExplorer: https://t.co/E149OUiok0
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The cost of gas fees for normal transactions are also removed by the chain. This means that users can trade without having to pay network costs. According to the team, the zero fees makes the platform easier to use. Therefore, more traders may migrate to the new chain.
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Another important feature is in-built privacy. Accounts on Aster Chain are private by default. Transactions are kept in the blockchain but can’t be seen by other users. However, the system still maintains verifiability of the data.
The use of zero-knowledge cryptography is used to protect user activity on the platform. Individual orders are encrypted before reaching the blockchain. Because of this, it makes it impossible for other traders to track positions or trading strategies. This is a feature that helps to prevent their attack (if they are position hunters).
Aster Chain also has stealth addresses for all transactions. A new address is used each time a user trades. As a result, it actually gets really hard to link trades to wallet. This design is protective to users who want to be more private.
Users can still share information whenever necessary. The chain permits a tool known as Viewer Pass. With this pass, users can demonstrate chosen records to auditors or regulators. However, the rest of the activity remains private.
Rollout Plan Includes Staking and Developer Programs
The mainnet launch is merely the initial step in a larger plan. Aster said the rollout will occur in a number of phases. The current phase is Chain Genesis, which gives the network a live. The next phase would see partnerships with other projects come to light.
Public staking for ASTER holders is expected to happen within 1 week. The staking program will provide rewards to the users who support the network at the beginning. In addition, liquidity providers can also be rewarded. This is an important step in developing a strong ecosystem.
The team also intends to grow a developer program called Aster Code. This program gives developers an opportunity to create new tools and trading products. For example, they can develop vaults, DeFi applications, and automated trading systems. Because of this, there is a chance of faster growth of the chain.
Cross-chain deposits are available for use at launch. Users can transfer assets from BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Ethereum, and Solana. This feature makes it more comfortable for traders to participate in the new network. As a result, the platform can be attractive for the users of many blockchains.
Aster is also planning to enhance the brand and user interface in the future. The platform will be easier to use with the upgrade, the team said. Better design may help new users to understand trading tools faster.
ASTER Price Rises After Mainnet Release
The announcement of the Aster Chain also had an impact on the price of ASTER token. On March 17, 2026, the token reached $0.741 to $0.753. The price rose approximately 4.47%, 5.1% in one day. This increase occurred shortly after the mainnet launched.
Trading activity also strongly increased. Daily volume was around $310 million to $342 million. This was more than 116% compared to the previous day. Higher volume is also often indicative of high interest from investors.
The team said future updates will increase trading products on the chain. At first, the platform will be focused on crypto derivatives. Later, it may support the trading for stocks and commodities. This plan demonstrates the fact that Aster wants to establish a complete trading network.
Aster believes that fast speed, zero fees and privacy can both attract professional traders. Therefore, the project aims to continue to include new tools. Aster Chain, if the rollout succeeds, could be a major trading blockchain in the future.