Aster Completes $200 Million Valuation Financing on September 18, 2025

According to industry media reports, Aster completed a new round of financing on September 18, 2025. Following this round, Aster's valuation reached $200 million.Aster is a next-generation decentralized perpetual contract trading platform focused on delivering a seamless, robust, and truly decentralized on-chain derivatives trading experience. With innovative features such as one-click trading, intelligent automation, and deep on-chain liquidity, Aster is redefining DeFi operations to make them simpler, more efficient, and user-centric.Notably, Aster has experienced rapid growth, completing multiple financing rounds since 2024. Public records indicate the project closed a community round in September 2024 and a strategic round in November of the same year. In March 2025, DeFi protocols Astherus and APX announced a brand merger and rebranded as "Aster." Shortly thereafter, Aster officially launched its trading platform on September 17, 2025.The platform has demonstrated strong momentum, securing support from leading exchanges. In September 2025, several major exchanges listed ASTER trading pairs and perpetual contracts. Additionally, reliable sources report that YZi Labs holds a minority stake in Aster, and the project team includes former employees of major exchanges, underscoring its professional background and growth potential.Against the backdrop of rapid expansion in DeFi derivatives trading, Aster's innovative model is poised to drive new breakthroughs in the industry, offering users a superior decentralized trading experience.