Aster Chain launches its mainnet with staking, validator support, trading campaigns, and new app features to boost user activity and growth.
Aster Chain has entered a new phase following the launch of its mainnet and staking system during the week of March 16.
The rollout introduces core network functions, including validator participation, staking rewards, and updated trading features.
The development also includes ecosystem campaigns and application upgrades, as the platform expands its infrastructure and user tools.
Mainnet Launch Enables Staking and Validator Participation
Aster Chain’s mainnet is now live, allowing users to participate in staking and network validation.
Token holders can delegate $ASTER to validators and begin earning rewards based on their participation.The system distributes rewards weekly through epochs.
Congratulations @Aster_DEX! We’re excited to support Aster Chain as a validator partner as $ASTER staking goes live.
By running a validator on Aster Chain, we’re helping strengthen the network’s decentralization from day one.$ASTER holders will be able to delegate to our… https://t.co/6VzRaoQbAA
— PancakeSwap (@PancakeSwap) March 20, 2026
The staking model includes two reward layers, known as Base Rewards and Loyalty Rewards.
Users can select a lock period, which determines how rewards are calculated. This structure supports both short-term and long-term participation.
Validators play a central role in maintaining the network. They process transactions and secure the blockchain.
Aster confirmed that multiple validator partners have joined at launch, supporting decentralization from the beginning.
Trading Campaigns and Incentives Drive Early Activity
Aster has introduced several campaigns alongside the mainnet launch to increase engagement.
These include a community creativity contest and the Perps Milestone Challenge Season 3 focused on commodities trading.
The Aster Chain era has just begun ✨
📅 Week of Mar 16
📌 Aster Chain Mainnet & Staking Are Now Live
🎮 Campaigns:
– Community creativity contest winners revealed!
– Perps Milestone Challenge Season 3: Commodities Edition
– WLFI Incentive Program📱 Aster App (v1.18.0):
-… pic.twitter.com/XQT3oUX8r8— Aster 🥷 (@Aster_DEX) March 22, 2026
The WLFI Incentive Program has also been launched. This program distributes rewards based on trading activity and participation across the platform.
The system designers created incentives to support early liquidity and user growth.
Such campaigns are commonly used to attract users and trading volume. By combining rewards with platform activity, Aster aims to build an active and engaged ecosystem.
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App Upgrade Introduces New Trading Tools and Features
The release of Aster App version 1.18.0 includes several functional updates.
Aster added scaled orders, allowing users to execute trades across multiple price levels. This feature supports more flexible trading strategies.
Users can now cancel orders and close positions directly from the chart interface. This improves trading efficiency and simplifies execution.
Aster improved funding rate precision to deliver better accuracy. Additional updates include improved order performance and leaderboard account binding.
These changes aim to enhance usability and provide a smoother trading experience as the platform grows.
