MUX Protocol is a decentralized perpetual aggregator designed to provide deep aggregated liquidity, optimized trading costs, and up to 100x leverage. It offers diverse market options and unique features like smart position routing, aggregated position capabilities, leverage boosting, and liquidation price optimization.
MUX Protocol operates on multiple EVM-compatible blockchains such as Arbitrum, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Fantom, and Optimism. It uses a central pool of capital (MUXLP) for trading, ensuring efficient liquidity utilization and no counterparty risks. The protocol employs a Universal Liquidity mechanism and a "dark oracle" for secure price data management. Smart contracts manage trades and liquidity by combining GMX and native MUXLP fund sources.
MUX Protocol is utilized for various applications, including decentralized leveraged trading, liquidity provision, yield farming, and cross-chain trading across multiple blockchain networks. It also supports forex and commodities trading, making it a versatile tool in the DeFi and cryptocurrency trading sectors.
Initially founded as MCDEX in 2019 by anonymous developers, MUX Protocol evolved from MCDEX V1 to V3 before rebranding in August 2022. Significant milestones include integration with GMX and Gains Network, achieving over $15.2 billion in organic volume, and introducing the MUX Aggregator in December 2022. The protocol continues to focus on improving liquidity structures and expanding its market presence across multiple chains.