How to Buy ASTER

ASTER is a recently launched cryptocurrency that originated from the merger of Astherus, a liquidity aggregator, and APX Finance, a decentralized perpetuals protocol. It officially launched on September 17, 2025. ASTER aims to provide a user-directed trading experience within the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, combining a range of trading features with decentralized governance mechanisms.

At its core, ASTER facilitates a decentralized exchange (DEX) that supports perpetual futures trading. The platform includes features such as high-leverage trading (up to 1000x), non-custodial control over user funds, and privacy-focused trading options such as dark pools. Traders are not required to undergo Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, which may present additional regulatory considerations. ASTER also offers 24/7 access to trading across select crypto assets and tokenized traditional financial instruments, where available. Through its “Trade & Earn” model, the platform distributes yield on collateral via liquid staking tokens and stablecoins.

Supported by YZi Labs and publicly acknowledged by Binance founder CZ, ASTER is developing its presence in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. Its roadmap includes plans to launch a proprietary Layer 1 blockchain, with a focus on enhancing privacy and composability within the ecosystem.

As with any emerging DeFi project, ASTER carries inherent risks including smart contract vulnerabilities, regulatory uncertainty, and market volatility, which may impact its long-term sustainability and user trust. 

1. Sign In or Create an Account 
   Start by signing up for your Ndax account. Our fast and secure verification process means you’ll be ready to trade in just minutes.
2. Fund Your Account with Canadian Dollars 
   Fund your account using Canadian dollars via Interac e-Transfer or Wire Transfer. It’s convenient, quick, and regulated with Canadian financial standards.
3. Purchase ASTER 
   With as little as $1 CAD, you can become part of the ASTER  movement. Buy ASTER instantly using CAD on Ndax with a competitive flat trading fee of just 0.2%. 

After purchasing ASTER, it’s important to store your tokens securely. You can manage your cryptocurrency holdings seamlessly through the Ndax platform. For optimal asset protection, Ndax employs a robust security framework, including cold storage, hot wallets, and Multi-Party Computation (MPC). A portion of client assets are also held with trusted third-party custodians, who adhere to stringent security standards 

If you prefer self-custody, ASTER is also compatible with various software and hardware wallets, allowing you full control of your private keys. 

• Hold or Trade: Whether you’re in it for the long term or looking to take advantage of market fluctuations. Manage your portfolio easily with Ndax’s user-friendly web platform and mobile app.
• Leverage DeFi Utility: Beyond trading, ASTER powers a decentralized exchange that supports perpetual futures, high leverage, and yield opportunities through its “Trade & Earn” model, giving holders more ways to participate in the ecosystem.
• Join the Community: As a fast-growing project in DeFi, ASTER offers a chance to engage with an active, global community shaping the future of decentralized finance. 

Safety-First Platform: Ndax prioritizes your safety. For optimal asset protection, Ndax employs a robust security framework, including cold storage, hot wallets, and Multi-Party Computation (MPC). A portion of client assets are also held with trusted third-party custodians, who adhere to stringent security standards.

Grow Your ASTER Holdings Automatically: Set up recurring purchases of ASTER to grow your holdings over time. Choose daily, weekly, or monthly intervals starting from just $1 CAD.

Trade On the Go: The Ndax mobile app gives you the power to trade, monitor your balance, and fund your account from anywhere—available for both iOS and Android. 

The cryptocurrency market is volatile. Avoid missing out on trades by using Ndax’s unique trading options:  

• Limit Order: A buy or sell order that is executed at a specific price or better.  
• Stop Order: An order to Market buy or sell once a cryptocurrency reaches a designated price point.
• Trailing Stop Market Order: An order set at a specified dollar amount away from the last price, bid, or ask of a cryptocurrency.  
• Trailing Stop Limit Order: A limit buy or sell order that is triggered when a cryptocurrency reaches a user-defined trailing amount.  
• Fill or Kill (FOK) Order: A trade that must execute immediately and in full at a certain price; if it can’t be fully filled right away, the entire order is canceled.  
• Immediate or Cancel (IOC) Order: A trade that executes immediately, canceling any unfilled portions of the order.  
• Reserve Order (Iceberg Order): A large trade broken down into multiple limit orders, with some portions visible and others concealed.

Disclaimer: This article is not intended to provide investment, legal, accounting, tax, or any other advice and should not be relied on in that or any other regard. The information contained herein is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of cryptocurrencies or otherwise. Ndax is a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). Please refer to the CIPF for coverage qualification criteria.