Gate Layer Launches Decentralized Perpetuals Exchange on LayerZero
New DEX on proprietary L2 connects to Solana, Base, BNB Chain, and Ethereum, signaling deeper CeFi integration with decentralized infrastructure.
October 17, 2025
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Gate Layer, an exchange with $9T in historical volume, has launched a decentralized perpetuals exchange (DEX).
The DEX runs on Gate's own Layer 2 network and utilizes LayerZero for cross-chain connectivity with major blockchains like Solana, Base, BNB Chain, and Ethereum.
The integration instantly connects the Gate Layer ecosystem to 145+ blockchains and 600+ applications already powered by LayerZero.
Gate Layer, a global cryptocurrency exchange with $9 trillion in historical trading volume, has launched a decentralized perpetuals exchange. The new platform, Gate Perp DEX, is built on the exchange's own Layer 2 network, Gate Layer.
This development marks a significant move by a major centralized finance (CeFi) entity into the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. The integration with LayerZero provides the core interoperability, connecting the DEX to a wide range of blockchains including Solana, Base, BNB Chain, and Ethereum. This allows for seamless deposits and withdrawals across these previously siloed ecosystems.
The strategic use of LayerZero connects the Gate Layer ecosystem to over 145 blockchains and more than 600 applications. This move not only enhances Gate's offerings but also signals a broader industry trend of centralized platforms leveraging decentralized technology to improve transparency, security, and cross-chain functionality for their users.
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