SparkDEX Eternal Launches as a Perpetual DEX Built on the Flare Blockchain

SparkDEX has announced the launch of SparkDEX Eternal, a perpetual decentralized exchange built on the Flare blockchain.

Decentralized exchange SparkDEX has announced the launch of SparkDEX Eternal, a perpetual decentralized exchange built on the Flare blockchain.

A perpetual decentralized exchange is a platform that enables traders to open and maintain leveraged positions on an asset without owning the underlying. Unlike regular futures contracts, perpetual contracts do not have an expiration date, instead, they continuously roll over and use a funding rate to keep the perpetual contract price in line with the underlying spot market price. This allows traders to hold leveraged positions indefinitely.

SparkDEX Eternal will allow users to open leveraged positions on Flare (FLR) and other cryptocurrencies, with plans to expand into commodities and forex markets. Users will also be able to automate their positions using conditional orders and access liquidity sourced from multiple chains. Additionally, participants can earn rewards through the Flare DeFi Emissions Program.

SparkDEX Eternal is powered by the Flare Time Series Oracle (FTSO), which provides decentralized and frequent price updates. FTSO’s 1.8-second price feed updates will ensure reliable funding rate calculations and efficient liquidation processes, critical components for margin trading.

According to a note shared with crypto.news, the platform introduces perpetual contracts, enabling traders to hold leveraged positions indefinitely without owning the underlying assets. The exchange has already recorded over $409 million in trading volume, and the addition of perpetual contracts aims to provide more trading opportunities while supporting Flare’s decentralized finance ecosystem.