HTX Q3 Report: Perp DEX Surge as Avantis Jumps 14x; Meme and AI Tokens Heat Up
HTX’s third-quarter report highlights strong gains across perpetual DEX projects, led by Avantis (AVNT), which has risen more than 14x since its exchange listing. The exchange also noted a 525% post-listing increase in the Aster token. Speculative activity in AI and meme tokens accelerated, while HTX moved to capture demand with new listings and a dedicated section for the Chinese market.
Perpetual DEX outperformance
- The best-performing segment over the period was perpetual DEXs, according to the report. Avantis (AVNT) led the sector, climbing over 14 times its listing price.
- Aster posted a 525% gain after being listed on HTX, underscoring continued appetite for higher-risk, higher-volatility tokens.
Speculation in AI and meme tokens
- HTX identified rising speculative activity in AI-related assets and meme coins as a key quarterly trend.
- To meet demand for meme assets, the exchange was the first to launch a spot listing for the viral token “Binance Life,” aiming to broaden its retail-focused offerings.
Chinese market focus and emerging narratives
- HTX introduced a special section tailored to the Chinese market during the quarter.
- The exchange stated that these initiatives helped stimulate a new wave of so-called “Chinese narratives” within the broader crypto market.
Conclusion The report points to continued momentum in perpetual DEX platforms and a resurgence of speculative interest across AI and meme tokens. With targeted listings and regional product rollouts, HTX is positioning for ongoing retail activity heading into the next quarter.