Aerodrome and Velodrome Merge into Aero, DEX to Expand to Ethereum and Circle's Arc in 2026
Aerodrome and Velodrome have merged under the new unified brand Aero, announcing a planned expansion to Ethereum and Circle's Arc blockchain in 2026. The combined protocol says the move will consolidate liquidity and trading features from both projects, roll out the AERO token ecology, and maintain support for legacy VELO holders during the transition. The firms framed the merger as a strategic step to compete more effectively in the evolving DEX landscape.
For users and traders, the expansion into Ethereum and Arc could mean larger order books, deeper pools, and simpler on-ramps between chains, while preserving yield and governance mechanics familiar to both communities. Market watchers will watch liquidity migration, token integration mechanics, and any governance proposals that formalize token conversions. If executed smoothly, Aero’s cross-chain push may reshape regional DEX competition and boost access for ETH-denominated trading pairs in 2026.