Arbitrum DEX Achieves Record Annual Volume of $9.4 Billion
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Oct 16 2025
Record DEX Volume: Arbitrum's decentralized exchange (DEX) volume reached $9.4 billion in one week, marking the highest weekly volume in 2025 and indicating strong user and developer interest in decentralized finance (DeFi).
Factors Driving Growth: The surge in volume is attributed to improved liquidity on major DEX platforms, lower gas fees compared to Ethereum mainnet, and a growing ecosystem of new projects and liquidity incentives, positioning Arbitrum as a leading Layer 2 solution.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
