Aster

Aster Chain went live on March 17, 2026, combining zero-knowledge encryption for private trades with gasless transactions and a claimed 100,000 TPS throughput. The launch aims to deliver ultra-fast, low-cost execution while keeping position data confidential.

Aster announced a March mainnet launch for Aster Chain, expanding its DEX to support both blockchain-native tokens and tokenized real-world assets. The move aims to broaden liquidity and increase ASTER's utility.

Aster has launched its Layer-1 testnet and is targeting a mainnet rollout in Q1. The 2025 rebrand positioned Aster as a decentralized exchange focused on perpetual futures, aiming to capture growing perp DEX volumes.

Aster (ASTER) is trading around the $1.00 support as bullish volume weakens, increasing the chance of a deeper pullback if buyers don't return. Traders are watching for a decisive volume-driven move to confirm direction.

Aster DEX announced completion of $214 million in total buybacks, signaling continued support for its token; separately, Tether said it aided authorities in seizing $12 million tied to a transnational scam. Both moves highlight market support and stronger compliance action in crypto.

ASTER surged almost 9% in the past 24 hours, emerging as one of the top-performing altcoins while Bitcoin trades around $104,860. Broader altcoins were mixed, with Ethereum, BNB and Solana slipping modestly as investors hunt mid-cap gains.

ASTER surged about 8% in the last 24 hours while Bitcoin steadied near $104,000; TRUMP logged the largest drop over the same period. Market participants note a rotation into select altcoins as BTC volatility eases.