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How dYdX Hit $1 Trillion in Trading Volume Despite Increasing Regulatory Scrutiny

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Regulatory scrutiny looms large over decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms. Still, dYdX emerged resilient despite the vigilant eyes of regulators like the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

dYdX’s 2023 Annual Ecosystem Report reveals a staggering cumulative v3 trading volume of over $1 trillion and over $8 billion
in cumulative dYdX chain trading volume.

dYdX’s Impressive Growth in 2023

This remarkable achievement can be attributed to several strategic moves by dYdX. Starting with its expansion into over 100 trading pairs, including the high-performing XRP-USD. Furthermore, the distribution of 1.4 million USDC to stakers and a staking annual percentage rate (APR) of 11.14% have attracted considerable attention from investors.

Over 37 million DYDX were staked, boosting its liquidity and fortifying user confidence in its ecosystem. This was also evident in the platform’s governance system. It saw 25 governance votes with a voter turnout of over 70%, reflecting the community’s active engagement.

This level of participation is vital for the platform’s adaptability and resilience in the cryptocurrency market.

“dYdX Foundation’s focus on communities, governance, and growth of the dYdX Ecosystem is critically important to the adoption of the dYdX Chain. DeFi places trust in code instead of individuals and entrusts the community with key decisions. The Foundation is perfectly positioned to foster community driven growth, and I’m excited about the opportunities 2024 will bring,” Rebecca Rettig, Council at the dYdX Foundation, said.

However, dYdX’s journey has been challenging, with the regulatory scrutiny for DeFi platforms becoming increasingly complex. The CFTC and SEC closel

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Author: Bary Rahma

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