Aster DEX Launches Perpetual Futures for Lisk and Power Ledger with 5x Leverage

Aster DEX has expanded its trading offerings by adding perpetual futures contracts for Lisk (LSK) and Power Ledger (POWR), providing traders with leverage of up to 5x on both pairs. This announcement was made on September 13, 2026, as part of Aster's ongoing strategy to broaden its derivatives marketplace.

Currently, Aster operates between 558 and 590 perpetual markets and adds over 40 new markets each month. The addition of LSK and POWR comes as the platform continues to diversify its offerings, which already include major cryptocurrencies, tokenized equities, and commodities, all settled in USDT-margined contracts.

The 5x leverage limit for these new listings is a strategic risk management decision by Aster, aimed at lower-cap altcoins. Higher leverage is typically reserved for more established and liquid assets. Both LSK and POWR have an existing presence in the spot market across various exchanges, allowing traders to express directional views or hedge their positions without engaging in spot markets.

Interestingly, the timing of the LSK listing coincides with the upcoming shutdown of Lisk's mainnet on October 31, 2026. Following this shutdown, LSK will transition into a loyalty and rewards token primarily operating on the Ethereum and Base blockchains. In contrast, Power Ledger focuses on peer-to-peer energy trading, providing a use-case narrative tied to real-world energy solutions.

Aster DEX's growth strategy is characterized by its aggressive listing approach, which allows trading activity to determine which markets gain traction. The platform employs a community-driven listing framework known as AOS-2, which incorporates a governance layer into its operations.