Chain Genesis launches with Aster USD1 perpetual trading, WLFI rewards, low fees, and collateral support to boost liquidity and attract traders early.
Chain Genesis network is now live, and new projects are already building on it. The team behind WLFI got an early development activity on the chain. At the same time, Aster announced new USD1-based perpetual contracts to ensure liquidity growth on the network.
The launch is an important move for the ecosystem as trading tools are required for early adoption. Therefore, Aster is expanding its products to help bring more users and capital. The USD1 was already listed in the spot markets on the platform. Now it is adding derivatives trading to generate more activity.
Chain Genesis is live and @worldlibertyfi is already building here 🦅☝️
Aster is launching USD1-denominated perpetual contracts. Building on our USD1 spot listings and trading competitions, while supporting early liquidity development that Aster Chain grows from.
Users trading… pic.twitter.com/UdSqpfQlxl
— Aster 🥷 (@Aster_DEX) March 18, 2026
Developers said the goal is to create a strong liquidity from the get-go. Because of this, therefore, the new perpetual markets will work in collaboration with trading competitions and reward programs. These incentives are aimed at luring traders and long-term holders into the new chain.
Aster Launches USD1 Perpetual Contracts With Trading Rewards
Aster confirmed that USD1-denominated perpetual contracts are now traded. The first pairs are BTC/USD1, ETH/USD1 and SOL/USD1. More trading pairs are planned in the future, as the network grows. Already more than 10 additional markets are already in the road map.
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Traders using these markets may be eligible for incentive programs associated with WLFI tokens. The platform said up to 2.5 million WLFI tokens will be distributed on a monthly basis. Rewards will be based on trading action in USD1 perpetuals markets. In addition, the tokens will be distributed to the users on a weekly basis.
The reward system is intended to aid in early liquidity on the platform. When new chains are launched, the trading volume is usually low initially. Because of this, exchanges provide incentives to encourage participation. On one hand, higher activity makes the markets more stable and easier to use.
Aster also announced incentives to users with USD1 on the platform. Accounts with balances in USD1 might receive monthly distributions. These rewards are part of a wider program that supports the growth of the ecosystem.
The reward structure will evolve over time, officials said. As more users are added, the incentives may be expanded to new markets. The team believes that this approach will help the network develop faster.
Lower Fees and Collateral Support Aim to Boost Liquidity
Another significant change is the decrease of the trading fees in USD1 perpetual pairs. The platform charges taker fees of 0.5 basis points, and no maker fees. This is quite low when compared to the 4 basis points charged on some pairs of USDT. The lower fees would attract high-volume traders.
In addition, USD1 can now be used as collateral to margin trade. The asset serves as a margin balance as well as a perpetual contract collateral. The settings are similar to the settings in the case of USDT on the platform. Due to this, trading can be switched without the need to learn a new set of rules.
Collateral support is key to derivative markets. Traders need stable assets to open up safe positions. By allowing USD1 for collateral, the platform makes it easier for trading large positions. This can help increase the liquidity within the exchange.
Developers said these changes are part of a long-term plan for Chain Genesis. Early support from projects such as World Liberty Fi indicates an increasing interest. If the trade volume keeps increasing, the network may be more attractive to builders. As a result, the ecosystem may grow rapidly in the coming months.