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DeFi

Sushi Swims Beyond Ethereum To Layer 1 Aptos, Aims For Cross-Chain Glory

September 11, 2023 - Around 2 mins mins to read

Key Points:

  • Sushi DEX expands to the Aptos Network, its first move outside Ethereum’s ecosystem.
  • Integration aims to boost cross-chain presence with Aptos’ robust infrastructure.
  • The DEX perseveres despite challenges, pursuing liquidity enhancement through a collaboration with DWF Labs.
Leading decentralized exchange (DEX) platform Sushi is embarking on an expansion into the Aptos Network, marking a significant move as it ventures beyond the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystem.
Sushi Swims Beyond Ethereum To Layer 1 Aptos, Aims For Cross-Chain Glory

Aptos Network stands out as a Layer 1 blockchain renowned for its enterprise-grade scalability, reliability, security, and user-friendliness.

The integration will see the DEX’s key components, including Sushi v2 AMM and SushiXswap, seamlessly integrated onto the Aptos Network. This pioneering collaboration with Aptos represents a crucial step in realizing its vision of achieving cross-chain and multi-chain prominence.

While the DEX has been a prominent player in various EVM chains, such as Ethereum, Fantom, Polygon, Arbitrum, and BNB Chain, this expansion signifies its commitment to diversifying its presence and embracing innovation.

Despite recent challenges within the DeFi sector and a notable 60% decrease in its activity over the past month, the project remains resilient.

Sushi Swims Beyond Ethereum To Layer 1 Aptos, Aims For Cross-Chain Glory
Source: Token Terminal

Its governance has actively pursued strategies to enhance its protocol, recently passing a proposal to increase liquidity in one of its pools. DWF Labs, a global digital asset market maker, has proposed a collaboration to bolster liquidity and trading depth for SUSHI tokens within the V3 protocol.

As the DEX’s integration with Aptos Network unfolds, it represents a promising step towards greater interoperability and a world-class user experience for both Sushi and Aptos users and developers. While challenges persist in the competitive DEX sector, it remains committed to growth and innovation in the DeFi space.

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Author

Harold

With a passion for untangling the complexities of the financial world, I've spent over four years in financial journalism, covering everything from traditional equities to the cutting edge of venture capital. "The financial markets are a fascinating puzzle," I often say, "and I love helping people make sense of them." That's what drives me to bring clear and insightful financial journalism to the readers of Coincu.