Dashboard Ecosystem Protocol Index

Aster

RWA-backed perpetual contracts

Overview

Aster is a decentralised exchange specialising in perpetual contracts backed by real-world assets. The platform enables traders to gain leveraged exposure to RWA-linked instruments through on-chain perpetual futures, combining the liquidity and composability of DeFi with exposure to traditional financial markets. Aster's focus on RWA perpetuals positions it at the intersection of derivatives trading and real-world asset tokenisation, serving traders who want synthetic exposure to assets like commodities, bonds, or equities without leaving the on-chain environment.

Key Products & Features

  • RWA Perpetuals — leveraged RWA-linked futures
  • On-chain orderbook — decentralised trading engine
  • Synthetic exposure — trade traditional assets on-chain

Why This Is NeoFi

Aster qualifies as NeoFi through fully on-chain perpetual contract execution, real-world financial utility by providing exposure to traditional asset classes, and institutional-grade derivatives design with proper risk management and margin systems.

The three pillars of NeoFi:

  • On-Chain Execution: All operations and settlement occur transparently on blockchain, ensuring full auditability and programmability.
  • Real-World Financial Utility: Products deliver genuine value in established financial markets — lending, trading, payments, custody, or asset management.
  • Institutional-Grade Design: Infrastructure meets the standards of professional finance: robust risk management, compliance frameworks, scalability, and operational resilience.