Uniswap recorded an unprecedented $38 billion in monthly volume across Ethereum layer-2 networks, underscoring a resurgence in decentralized finance (DeFi) interest. This record marks a $4 billion increase over its previous peak set in March, driven by demand for assets and stablecoins within the DeFi ecosystem.
According to Dune Analytics, Uniswap's significant volume for November spanned major Ethereum layer-2 networks, including Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, and Optimism. Henrik Andersson of Apollo Crypto pointed out that this surge aligns with the DeFi revival and increased Ethereum/Bitcoin values, adding that it might signify a prolonged Ethereum outperformance.
Arbitrum led this surge with $19.5 billion in volume, closely followed by the Base network with $13 billion. These figures showcase the growing adoption of Ethereum layer-2 solutions. At the same time, Uniswap's influence is evident as it ranks sixth by protocol fees, amassing over $90 million in the past month and outpacing competitors like Solana's Pump.fun and networks such as Tron and Maker.
The rise in Uniswap's activity is mirrored in the price of its UNI token, climbing over 42% in the past week to $12.58, marking a 10% increase in just 24 hours. UNI has outperformed other decentralized exchange tokens, exceeding the performance of Solana-based Raydium, which saw a decline, and Jupiter, which posted modest gains.
These developments highlight Uniswap's pivotal role within DeFi and the broader crypto market, marking a period of significant transformation and growth. For more insights, subscribe to our Crypto Biz newsletter, which provides a weekly overview of key trends in blockchain and crypto markets, offering valuable insights every Thursday.