Aevo is a decentralized exchange platform specializing in derivatives, such as options and perpetual contracts. It is built on a custom EVM roll-up connected to Ethereum, offering a high-performance and scalable decentralized exchange for derivatives trading.
Aevo operates on a custom Ethereum rollup built using the Optimism stack, known as Aevo L2. This structure allows Aevo to achieve high-throughput and low-latency trading while maintaining Ethereum’s robust security features. Aevo employs an off-chain central limit order book for trade matching, with on-chain settlement via smart contracts. It includes a decentralised governance model through which users can participate in decision-making, often facilitated by staking AEVO tokens.
The potential use cases for Aevo include decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, non-fungible token (NFT) marketplaces, supply chain management, online gaming, and decentralized derivatives trading. It’s particularly useful for advanced trading tools and options trading vaults, providing solutions and opportunities in financial services, digital art, logistics, and more.
Aevo originated from Ribbon Finance, a structured options product protocol founded by Julian Koh and Ken Chan. The transformation from Ribbon Finance to Aevo marked its expansion into derivatives trading with an off-chain order book and on-chain settlement. Significant milestones include the 2023 launch of the mainnet, Aevo's evolution into a derivatives exchange platform, and its inclusion in Binance's new Launchpool. Over time, Aevo has processed significant trading volumes and established partnerships and integrations, demonstrating its growth and market presence.