[PRESS RELEASE – George Town, British Virgin Islands, December 15th, 2025]
Aster, a blockchain-based trading platform supported by YZi Labs, has introduced a new feature called Shield Mode. This addition is part of their Aster Perpetual platform, and it allows safer and more adaptable trading with high leverage—up to 1001x.
Shield Mode is a big step forward in Aster’s efforts to create the next generation of blockchain-based trading tools. The goal is to help experienced traders while avoiding problems that come with fully transparent systems. Transparency here means everyone can see the transactions on the blockchain, which might not always be ideal for traders sharing their strategies.
Leonard, Aster’s CEO, said, “With Shield Mode, we are looking beyond just speed and leverage. We’re focused on giving traders more control, privacy, and protection while they work in an open, blockchain environment.”
Advancing Blockchain Trading: From 1001x Leverage to Shield Mode
The 1001x trading product lets traders use up to 1001x leverage while avoiding slippage—any difference between the expected price and the actual price. It also has no opening fees and ensures trades are processed directly on the blockchain. However, as more people began using this system, they noticed how much transparency could expose trading strategies to others.
To solve this, Aster introduced Hidden Orders in mid-2025. This feature allows traders to hide details like order price and size from public order books. A public order book is a list of buy and sell orders on an exchange that everyone can see. Hidden Orders helped traders keep their actions private while still accessing the liquidity they needed.
Building on this, Shield Mode now offers even more security and easier trading. It combines high-leverage trading benefits with stronger protection for the way traders strategize their moves. This makes trading smoother and gives users better control over their activities.
What is Shield Mode?
Shield Mode is a special feature inside the Aster Perpetual platform. It brings the full 1001x trading experience to traders in one simple interface. With Shield Mode, users don’t have to deal with public order books. They can also access high-leverage trading without switching between different blockchain systems, handling complex workflows, or signing transactions regularly.
Shield Mode offers several exciting features. These include up to 1001x leverage for popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH), no slippage, and zero opening fees. The new mode also makes trading cheaper by removing closing fees and eliminating transaction costs called gas fees, which are usually charged by platforms like Ethereum.
Additionally, trades can be executed faster, setting a high standard for cost-saving and efficient blockchain-based trading.
Flexible Fees for Different Traders
Aster designed Shield Mode with flexible fees to suit various trading styles. Soon, traders will have two options for paying fees:
- Commission Mode: Fees based on a fixed percentage per trade, ideal for consistent and high-volume trading.
- PnL Mode: Fees charged only when trades make a profit, focusing on performance.
To celebrate the launch, Shield Mode will be free of fees until the end of 2025! This approach lets users save money and customize how they want to handle trading costs, depending on their strategies and risk preferences.
Building Aster’s Future
Shield Mode is more than just a trading feature for Aster; it reflects their larger plan to improve blockchain finance systems. By giving traders the tools to keep their strategies private, Aster aims to make secure and innovative trading standard practice for the industry.
By combining Shield Mode with other features like the 1001x leverage system, zero transaction fees, and easy access to advanced trading tools, Aster hopes to create a smooth, unified experience. Professional traders will get the best possible efficiency and protection for high-performance trading.
Aster is also working on gas-free trading, airdrops (free cryptocurrency token distribution), and incentive programs to build deeper connections with their global trading community. All these improvements show their dedication to growing within the evolving world of blockchain finance.
About Aster
Aster is a blockchain-based trading platform offering high-performance services like perpetual (no expiry) and spot trading. They provide unique features, such as MEV-aware trading mechanics (methods to reduce manipulation risks in transactions), Hidden Orders, and Shield Mode. Their offerings span multiple blockchains, making them accessible to many users.
Besides trading, Aster supports creative financial activities like Trade & Earn, where capital can be used more efficiently. Rocket Launch is another program where traders benefit from fresh opportunities in liquidity sharing. Supported by YZi Labs, Aster plans to launch their own blockchain called Aster Chain and continues to offer global incentives and airdrops to expand their community.
Learn more about Aster at their official website, or connect with them on their official X account.