dYdX opens Spot Trading on Solana – When does US access really start?

dYdX launches its first spot trading product, marking a significant milestone in its company history. The decentralized exchange, previously known almost exclusively for its derivatives markets, is now expanding into the spot trading sector and officially opening American markets for international traders for the first time.

Market Launch in the USA – A Strategic Turning Point for dYdX

Access for US users marks a milestone in the protocol’s history. For the first time, American traders can directly access decentralized trading infrastructure on a platform of this size. dYdX Labs has positioned this step as a direct response to the changing regulatory environment in the United States and sees it as an opportunity to provide professional traders with institutional liquidity. In December 2025, dYdX will temporarily waive trading fees to attract new users in the US and accelerate adoption.

Solana Spot Markets Available Worldwide

The integration of Solana spot markets is not limited to the USA – dYdX makes this trading option available worldwide. This marks an expansion of the company’s original roadmap, as dYdX Labs delves deeper into the Solana ecosystem and specifically expands its user base. With an accumulated trading volume of over $1.5 trillion since its launch, dYdX has already proven to be a significant force in the DeFi sector. The move into spot trading positions the protocol as a versatile trading infrastructure.

Fee-Free Trading as an Incentive

To attract traders in the US, dYdX is launching with aggressive conditions: in December, the platform will offer completely fee-free trading. This is a targeted incentive to acquire traders, especially in markets where derivatives are regulated. This positions dYdX as an attractive alternative for professionals who prefer decentralized and self-custodial trading infrastructure.

Decentralized Infrastructure for Professional Markets

Eddie Zhang, President of dYdX Labs, emphasizes that this expansion represents an important advancement. With competitive fee structures and a focus on Solana spot trading, dYdX aims to provide the liquidity and trading tools demanded by professional traders. At the same time, the protocol maintains the transparency and self-custody principles that characterize DeFi. This makes dYdX an interesting platform for institutional and private traders who rely on decentralized solutions.