Aster Confirms Layer 1 Mainnet Launch In March

Aster (ASTER) is preparing to launch its Layer 1 mainnet in March 2026, marking a major milestone for the fast-growing perpetual decentralized exchange.

The move transitions Aster from operating purely as a trading platform to running its own sovereign blockchain infrastructure.

The announcement signals a structural evolution for the protocol. Rather than remaining dependent on external chains, Aster will introduce Aster Chain, a dedicated Layer 1 network designed to power governance, staking, and on-chain participation directly through the $ASTER token.

The project confirmed the development publicly, outlining the roadmap toward mainnet activation:

Aster Chain mainnet in March.

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