Aperture Finance: 2024 is the year we redefine DeFi

Author: Aperture Finance

As we approach the end of 2024, we reflect on a year filled with innovation and breakthroughs. Aperture Finance has emerged as one of the most dynamic forces in the DeFi space this year, redefining intent-driven infrastructure and achieving seamless cross-chain and DEX expansion. We have consistently focused on lowering the barriers to entry for DeFi, simplifying user operations, and deeply integrating AI into the DeFi ecosystem. In 2024, we will turn these visions into reality.

Reshaping DeFi Through Intent

2024 is the year we redefine DeFi. We launched AI-driven intent infrastructure, bringing smarter and more intuitive solutions to liquidity management—achieving automation, intelligence, and significant optimization of user experience.

Setting the Vision—Releasing Litepaper

In February 2024, we released our Litepaper, clearly outlining the vision for intent-based infrastructure and AI-driven DeFi solutions. This set the blueprint for simplifying DeFi and expanding liquidity management.

• Our IntentsGPT tool transforms complex DeFi operations into simple chat-based commands, allowing both novice and experienced traders to easily optimize their portfolios.

• We introduced zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) automation, ensuring that liquidity management is more secure, trustworthy, and verifiable.

• Our proprietary solver network provides optimal solutions for each user intent through competition among decentralized solvers.

In March 2024, we launched the Intent Campaign, successfully attracting thousands of new users to the Aperture ecosystem, showcasing the immense potential of intent-based strategies in terms of precision, efficiency, and convenience.

Expanding the Ecosystem—Integrations and Market Solutions

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

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

• Introduced a solver network and automation tools for Uniswap V3 LP on Base Network, and deployed AMM support on Aerodrome Slipstream to simplify liquidity management.

• Integrated with Velodrome (Optimism) to provide AMM liquidity tools for traders, enhancing efficiency and performance.

• Integrated with OKX Wallet DEX API to improve execution speed and reduce trading costs for liquidity management.

These integrations solidified Aperture Finance's position as a multi-chain DeFi enabler.

Launching Market Making as a Service (MaaS)

A major highlight for Aperture Finance in 2024 was the launch of Market Making as a Service (MaaS). This comprehensive solution aims to optimize liquidity and simplify trading processes for protocol operators, providing customized liquidity strategies and real-time market analysis regardless of the protocol's development stage, helping users easily meet market demands and achieve sustainable growth.

We collaborated deeply with Airdrop2049 to provide the community with a seamless liquidity and on-chain trading experience. This partnership leveraged MaaS to promote the adoption of Web3 and enhance market efficiency.

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

Growth in Numbers

2024 was a year of significant growth, and we achieved remarkable results:

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

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

• The number of unique users utilizing instant intents grew from 945 to 32,572.

• The number of wallet users rose to 341,386, reflecting the increasing user trust and adoption rate.

These figures not only demonstrate Aperture's rapid development but also signify a profound shift in the trajectory of the DeFi ecosystem, showcasing how intent-based infrastructure can unleash 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 Token Ecosystem

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

Successful Completion of Series A Financing

In 2024, we completed our Series A financing, successfully raising $6.7 million, bringing our total funding to $12 million and achieving a valuation of $250 million. This round was led by Skyland Ventures, Blockchain Founders Fund, and Krypital Group, with notable investors including Alchemy, SNZ, Stratified Capital, Cipholio, ViaBTC, CatcherVC, and Double Peak. The support from investors validates our confidence that AI-driven intent can overcome the scalability bottlenecks in DeFi, laying a solid foundation for Aperture Finance's next phase of development.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our early-stage investors, 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 have not only propelled our vision forward but also injected continuous momentum into Aperture Finance's ongoing innovation.

Launch of the $APTR Token

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

By listing on multiple mainstream exchanges, $APTR has brought more possibilities for trading, staking, and governance, further establishing its core position in our ecosystem. Through the INTENTional Campaign, we distributed 7% of the total token supply to over 300,000 participants, enhancing community engagement and sense of belonging.

$APTR is not just a token; it has become the core of Aperture, powering governance, staking rewards, and solver incentives, driving platform growth and aligning value across the entire ecosystem.

Strategic Airdrops

In 2024, Aperture Finance transformed airdrops from simple giveaways into catalysts for growth and engagement, achieving significant new user conversion. Through carefully designed campaigns, we rewarded users, increased community stickiness, and expanded platform visibility:

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

• We distributed 200,000 $APTR through task-based activities in collaboration with CoinMarketCap, attracting new users.

• Our airdrop on the Manta Pacific platform stimulated ecosystem activity, rewarding participants who supported liquidity growth.

• In collaboration with Halo Wallet, we rewarded users who completed tasks with $APTR and provided additional rewards for Genesis Pass holders and Halo Alliance members, strengthening ties with the wallet community.

• The $APTR airdrop campaign integrated automated LP management tools with PancakeSwap, encouraging liquidity optimization and showcasing Aperture's platform solutions.

Building Global Impact

In 2024, Aperture Finance took its mission global by participating in major conferences, initiating offline and online events, and maintaining a community-driven ethos, establishing deep connections with the blockchain community.

Offline Footprint in Global Dialogues

We actively participated in, co-hosted, and sponsored numerous blockchain events worldwide, showcasing our technological prowess while accelerating the adoption of DeFi:

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

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

• In Japan, we co-hosted INTENTS TOKYO with Skyland Ventures, raising awareness of intent-based solutions and accelerating global market adoption.

• We sponsored Vietnam Blockchain Week, supporting the growing blockchain ecosystem in Southeast Asia and highlighting opportunities in DeFi innovation.

• At Token2049, one of the industry's largest gatherings, we connected with innovators, developers, and investors, sponsoring related events to deepen engagement.

• We supported community activities in regions like Nigeria and Vietnam, empowering grassroots efforts to expand our global influence.

Connecting Globally Through Online Events

Our dialogues extended online, engaging with global audiences through Twitter Spaces, AMAs, and interactive events:

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

• Through collaboration with Vietnam's leading crypto media Coin68, we connected with the Vietnamese community to explore the intersection of AI and DeFi.

• In dynamic discussions with OKX Wallet, we explored Web3 culture and engaged in lively discussions around the evolution of meme coins.

• Through HashKey Global's TaskOn event, we encouraged user interaction and community growth through gamified challenges and rewards.

Taking Innovation to the International Stage

We sponsored and participated in major blockchain conferences in 2024, including Token2049, ETHCC in Brussels, ABS2024 in Taiwan, Futurist2024 in Canada, and Devcon in Bangkok, engaging with global leaders, developers, and innovators to advance discussions on DeFi infrastructure and Web3 scalability.

Award-Winning Recognition

In 2024, Aperture Finance gained global recognition at the ETHGlobal San Francisco event, winning first place awarded by the Uniswap Foundation for our UniV4Backtester. This institutional-grade tool showcased our ability to combine cutting-edge technology with practical utility.

Gratitude to the Community and Investors

We thank our community for your support, trust, and enthusiasm. Whether you are an early member who has been with us from the start or a new partner who joined this year, every participation and every bit of trust you provide is the driving force behind our progress and the core motivation for every achievement we make.

We thank our investors for your trust and unwavering support. It is your confidence that enables us to continuously push boundaries, scale new heights, and explore and redefine the infinite possibilities of DeFi.

Looking ahead to 2025, our commitment to innovation and community remains steadfast. With intent at the core, we will continue to focus on building smarter solutions, fostering deeper connections, and creating lasting and far-reaching impacts. Building on the solid foundation we have established, we will move toward the future with clear objectives, dedicated to making DeFi not only more convenient and efficient but also bringing tangible transformation and value to users worldwide.

Intent as the Path, Steady and Far-Reaching.