Crypto exchange HTX saw notable growth in Q3 2025, listing 38 new assets between July and September, according to the platform’s quarterly report, HTX Picks (formerly Crypto Treasure Hunt). Several newly listed tokens delivered multiple-fold gains, highlighting continued momentum in speculative trading sectors.
Perp-DEX Sector Tops Performance
Perpetual decentralized exchanges (perp-DEX) delivered the strongest returns during the quarter. Avantis (AVNT) emerged as the standout performer, appreciating more than 14x post-listing. Native HTX token Aster surged 525%, underscoring the platform’s ability to boost token visibility.
Meme token MEMECORE (M) climbed 435% after listing, benefiting from a robust community and brand recognition. FUNToken, linked to the GameFi project FUN, posted a 166.7% quarterly increase.
Meanwhile, the modular L1 blockchain token 0G, designed for decentralized AI infrastructure, gained 150% following its HTX debut. Sahara AI (SAHARA), focused on decentralized computing and AI model training, advanced 135.2%, fueled by renewed global interest in artificial intelligence.
Institutional Interest and DeFi Innovations
The report highlighted World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a platform for decentralized asset management and yield-bearing debt instruments, which launched a “liquid bond pool” model. WLFI sustained steady engagement from institutional participants throughout the quarter.
Overall, speculative activity in AI-related tokens, meme coins, and perp-DEX instruments emerged as a defining trend for Q3.
Chinese Market Focus and Memecoin Momentum
HTX also pioneered spot listings of viral tokens targeting the Chinese market and introduced a dedicated section for local traders. The exchange’s initiatives catalyzed a new wave of Chinese narratives across the crypto industry.
Looking ahead, HTX plans to list several infrastructure project tokens, including Monad, in Q4 2025.
Additionally, the exchange launched a $100M “Sail Together” program for traders across platforms who suffered losses of $100 or more between October 9–11, 2025.
