At a recent event in Jeju, South Korea, the CEO of the Aster decentralized exchange, backed by Binance, announced plans to build a public blockchain with zero transaction fees and built-in privacy protections. According to the CEO, the new network will target traders, offering fast, confidential, and low-cost transactions, and is set to become a core component of Aster’s ecosystem.
In addition to creating its own blockchain, Aster aims to expand the range of tradable assets, including tokenized futures based on traditional stocks. This approach will allow users to trade derivatives linked to the real-world equity market via blockchain infrastructure, bridging the gap between conventional and crypto markets and attracting both retail and institutional traders.
Another initiative involves a partnership with Buidlpad, a platform specializing in launching new crypto projects. Together, the companies plan to implement a pre-market futures mechanism, enabling early investors and traders to participate in token price discovery before official exchange listings, ensuring faster liquidity and transparent pricing.
Industry experts have noted that while zero-fee transactions are appealing, they require a carefully designed economic model. Some analysts see pre-listing futures as a tool to improve price discovery and enhance engagement between projects, investors, and retail participants. However, others caution that overreliance on hype could increase speculation and risk for users. Despite these challenges, the Aster initiative has received strong support from developers and the broader community of decentralized trading enthusiasts.
