Perpetual DEX Trading Surpasses $1 Trillion in September

A significant milestone was reached in September 2025 as Perpetual DEX trading volume surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, according to new data from market analysis firm RootDataCrypto. Aster, Hyperliquid, and Lighter led the charge with a collective activity of over $760 billion. This surge signifies increased demand for decentralized exchanges (DEXs) on platforms like Ethereum and BNB Chain, impacting asset prices and liquidity dynamics. 🤯