Aperture Finance: 2024 is the year we redefine DeFi

Original author: Aperture Finance

As 2024 comes to an end, we look back on a year full of innovation and breakthroughs. Aperture Finance has become one of the most dynamic forces in the DeFi field this year. From reเด็ดขาดning intent-driven infrastructure to achieving seamless expansion across chains and DEXs, we have always focused on lowering the threshold for participation in DeFi, simplifying user operation processes, and deeply integrating AI into the DeFi ecosystem. In 2024, we will turn these visions into reality.

Reinventing DeFi through intention

2024 is the year we redefine DeFi. We launched an AI-driven intent infrastructure that brings a smarter and more intuitive solution to liquidity management – achieving automation, intelligence, and a greatly optimized user experience.

Establishing a vision — launching Litepaper

In February 2024, we released Litepaper, which articulated our vision for intent-based infrastructure and AI-driven DeFi solutions. This laid out a blueprint for simplifying DeFi and scaling liquidity management.

• Our IntentsGPT tool converts complex DeFi operations into simple chat-style commands, making it easy for both new and experienced traders to optimize their portfolios.

• Zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) automation is introduced to ensure liquidity management is more secure, trustworthy and verifiable.

• The proprietary solver network provides the best solution for every users intention through decentralized solver competition.

In March 2024, we launched the Intent Campaign, which successfully attracted thousands of new users to join the Aperture ecosystem, demonstrating the huge potential of intent-based strategies in terms of precision, efficiency, and convenience.

Expanding the Ecosystem – Integration and ตลาด Solutions

In 2024, Aperture Finance further expanded its influence through deep integrations with leading blockchain networks, DEXs, and protocols.

• Partnered with PancakeSwap to launch automated LP management tools and rebalancing solutions.

• On the Base Network, we introduced a solver network and automation tools for Uniswap V3 LPs, and deployed AMM support on Aerodrome Slipstream to simplify liquidity management.

• Integration with Velodrome (Optimism) provides traders with AMM liquidity tools to improve efficiency and performance.

• Integration with the OKX Wallet DEX API improves execution speed and reduces transaction costs for liquidity management.

These integrations solidify Aperture Finance’s position as a multi-chain DeFi enabler.

Launch of Market Making as a Service (MaaS)

In 2024, one of the highlights of Aperture Finance was the launch of Market Making as a Service (MaaS). This comprehensive solution aims to optimize liquidity and simplify transaction processes for protocol operators. Regardless of the development stage of the protocol, MaaS can provide customized liquidity strategies and real-time market analysis to help users easily respond to market demand and achieve sustainable growth.

We have worked closely with แอร์ดรอป 2049 to provide the community with smooth liquidity and on-chain trading experience. This collaboration uses MaaS to promote the adoption of Web3 and improve market efficiency.

Looking ahead to 2025, we plan to further expand the MaaS footprint by establishing new partnerships with leading protocols and DEXs. Our vision is to make MaaS the go-to solution for liquidity optimization, unlocking the potential of on-chain transactions for more partners and their communities.

Growth from the data

2024 was a year of significant growth, with impressive results:

• Our cumulative intent volume increased from less than $240 million to $5.26 billion.

• The number of transactions surged from 24,038 to 3,897,159.

• The number of unique users using instant intent increased from 945 to 32,572.

• The number of wallet users increased to 341,386, reflecting growing user trust and adoption.

These data not only reflect the rapid development of Aperture itself, but also mark a profound shift in the trajectory of the DeFi ecosystem, showing how intent-based infrastructure can unlock efficiency, simplify complexity, and create more value for users. This innovative framework is injecting strong momentum into the future of DeFi, reshaping the industry landscape, and accelerating its widespread adoption and global recognition.

Expanding the โทเค็น Ecosystem

In 2024, we further expanded the ecosystem and strengthened our intention-driven DeFi vision through strategic financing, major exchange listings, and high-impact airdrops.

Successfully completed Series A financing

In 2024, we completed our Series A funding round, successfully raising $6.7 million, bringing the total funding to $12 million and achieving a $250 million valuation. This round was led by Skyland Ventures, Blockchain Founders Fund, and Krypital Group, with participation from notable investors including Alchemy, SNZ, Stratified Capital, Cipholio, ViaBTC, CatcherVC, and Double Peak. The support from investors confirms our confidence in the ability of our AI-driven intentions to break through the DeFi scalability bottleneck, while laying a solid foundation for Aperture Finance to move to the next stage of development.

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the investors who supported us in the early stages, including ParaFi Capital, Arrington Capital, Divergence Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, Rarestone Capital, Krypital Group, Double Peak Group, Athena Ventures, Stakely and PrimeBlock Ventures. Their trust and support not only promoted the realization of our vision, but also injected continuous power into Aperture Finances continuous innovation.

$APTR Token Release

On May 31, 2024, Aperture Finances native token $APTR was successfully listed on major exchanges, including Bybit, Gate.io , BitMart, BingX and CoinEx.

By listing on multiple major exchanges, $APTR has brought more possibilities for trading, staking and governance, while further establishing its core position in our ecosystem. With the INTENTional Campaign, we distributed 7% of the total token supply to more than 300,000 participants, strengthening the communitys sense of participation and belonging.

More than just a token, $APTR becomes the core of Aperture, powering governance, staking rewards, and solver incentives, driving platform growth, and aligning value across the ecosystem.

Strategic Airdrop

In 2024, Aperture Finance transformed airdrops from simple giveaways into a catalyst for growth and engagement, achieving significant new user conversions. Through carefully designed events, we reward users, increase community stickiness, and expand platform awareness:

• During the Bybit TGE celebration, we distributed $50,000 worth of $APTR to attract early users and build momentum for the token launch.

• In collaboration with CoinMarketCap, 200,000 $APTR was distributed through a task-based campaign to attract new users.

• On the Manta Pacific platform, our airdrops stimulate ecosystem activity and provide rewards to participants who support liquidity growth.

• In partnership with Halo Wallet, we’re rewarding users with $APTR for completing tasks, and offering additional rewards to Genesis Pass holders and Halo Alliance members, strengthening our connection with the wallet community.

• Combined with automated LP management tools in an integration with PancakeSwap, the $APTR airdrop event encourages liquidity optimization and showcases the Aperture platform’s solutions.

Building global influence

In 2024, Aperture Finance will take its mission global, participate in major conferences, initiate offline and online events, maintain its original community-driven spirit, and establish deep connections with the blockchain community.

Offline footprint of global dialogue

We actively participate in, co-host and sponsor multiple blockchain events around the world, demonstrating our technical strength while accelerating the application and promotion of DeFi:

• At Hong Kong Blockchain Week, we co-hosted a discussion with Hashkey แลกเปลี่ยน on AI-driven intent and DeFi infrastructure.

• At the Web 3.0 Spring Summit, we participated in a panel discussion at HK Cyberport, representing Aperture Finance in the global conversation about the Web3 entrepreneurial environment.

• In Japan, we co-hosted INTENTS TOKYO with Skyland Ventures to increase awareness of intent-based solutions and accelerate adoption in global markets.

• We sponsored Vietnam Blockchain Week to support Southeast Asia’s growing blockchain ecosystem and highlight opportunities in DeFi innovation.

• At Token 2049, one of the industry’s largest gatherings, we connected with innovators, developers, and investors, and sponsored related events to deepen engagement.

• We’ve supported community initiatives in places like Nigeria and Vietnam, empowering grassroots efforts to expand global impact.

Online activities connecting the world

Our conversations extend online, engaging with a global audience through Twitter Spaces, AMAs, and interactive events:

• We participated in the Scroll Twitter Space to discuss the deployment of Uniswap V3 and show how intention is reshaping DeFi strategies.

• Through our partnership with Coin 68, Vietnam’s leading การเข้ารหัสลับ media, we connected with the Vietnamese-speaking community and did a deep dive into the intersection of AI and DeFi.

• In a dynamic conversation with OKX Wallet, we explored Web3 culture and had a lively discussion around the evolution of memecoins.

• Through HashKey Globals TaskOn campaigns, we encouraged user interaction and drove community growth through gamified challenges and rewards.

Bringing innovation to the international stage

We sponsored and participated in major blockchain conferences in 2024, including Token 2049, ETHCC in Brussels, ABS 2024 in Taiwan, Futurist 2024 in Canada, and Devcon in Bangkok, engaging with global leaders, developers, and innovators, driving discussions on DeFi infrastructure and Web3 scalability.

Award-winning

In 2024, Aperture Finance received global recognition for its Uni V4 Backtester at the ETHGlobal San Francisco event and won the first place award from the Uniswap Foundation. This institutional-grade Uni V4 Backtester demonstrates our ability to combine cutting-edge technology with real-world utility.

Thanks to the community and investors

Thank you to our community for your support, trust and enthusiasm. Whether you are an early member who has been with us all the way or a new partner who joined this year, your participation and trust are the driving force that pushes us forward and the core driving force behind every achievement we make.

Thank you to our investors for your trust and unwavering support. It is your confidence that enables us to continue to break boundaries, climb to new heights, and continue to explore and redefine the infinite possibilities of DeFi.

Looking ahead to 2025, our commitment to innovation and community remains the same. With intention at the core, we will continue to focus on building smarter solutions, driving deeper connections, and creating lasting and far-reaching impacts. Starting from the solid foundation that has been laid, we will move forward with a clear goal, committed to making DeFi not only more convenient and efficient, but also bringing tangible changes and value to global users.

Intention is the path, and steady progress will lead to long-term success.

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