Cardano Perpetual · ADAUSDT
Trade the ADA perpetual on Aster DEX — USDT-margined, up to 75x leverage, no KYC.
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About Cardano (ADA)
Cardano is a blockchain platform built on academic research that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications while using significantly less energy than traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. What sets Cardano apart is its methodical, research-driven approach — every major feature is peer-reviewed by scientists and cryptographers before being added to the network.
Trading Cardano Perpetuals on Aster
On Aster, Cardano trades as the USDT-margined ADAUSDT perpetual — no expiry, with collateral and PnL settled in USDT. Aster offers leverage up to 75x on ADA, with funding settled every 8 hours to keep the perp tracking its index.
ADA perps on Aster are USDT-margined with up to 75x leverage and 8-hour funding. With referral code MMTz04 you trade at a 5% fee discount, and Aster's hidden-order mode lets you place larger ADA orders without broadcasting size to the book.
How to Trade Cardano on Aster in 4 Steps
- 1Connect a wallet — open asterdex.com and connect MetaMask, Rabby, or any Web3 wallet. No KYC required.
- 2Deposit USDT — fund your account with USDT to use as margin collateral.
- 3Open the ADAUSDT market — select Cardano, choose your leverage (up to 75x), and set your margin mode.
- 4Place your order — market or limit, with optional hidden-order mode for size. Manage risk with stop-loss and take-profit.
Cardano Perpetual — Contract Specs
| Market | ADAUSDT (Perpetual) |
|---|---|
| Margin asset | USDT |
| Max leverage | Up to 75x (standard perp) |
| Funding interval | Every 8 hours |
| Settlement | Cash-settled in USDT |
| Fee discount | 5% off with code MMTz04 |
| Hidden orders | Supported |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum leverage for Cardano on Aster?
Aster offers up to 75x leverage on the standard ADAUSDT perpetual. Higher leverage increases both potential returns and liquidation risk, so size positions carefully.
How is Cardano funding calculated on Aster?
The ADA perpetual settles funding every 8 hours (Binance-style). The funding rate keeps the perpetual price aligned with the underlying index, and is paid between longs and shorts.
Is Cardano margined in USDT on Aster?
Yes. Cardano trades as the USDT-margined ADAUSDT perpetual on Aster — your collateral and profit/loss are settled in USDT.
Can I trade Cardano on Aster without KYC?
Yes. Aster is a self-custody DEX — connect a Web3 wallet and trade directly, with no identity verification required. Sign up with referral code MMTz04 for a 5% fee discount.
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