PancakeSwap has officially launched on the Monad Mainnet, unlocking access to its v2 and v3 liquidity pools, ultra-fast transaction finality, and significantly lower fees. The deployment connects one of Web3’s largest decentralized exchanges with a next-generation Layer-1 blockchain built for high-performance DeFi.

With sub-second block times, EVM compatibility, and a growing ecosystem backed by major investors, Monad aims to position itself as a core settlement layer for institutional-grade trading — and PancakeSwap’s arrival accelerates that mission.

What PancakeSwap’s Launch Means for Monad

Users can now swap tokens, provide liquidity, and execute advanced capital strategies directly on Monad’s Layer-1 network, benefiting from:

• ~1-second finality
• Low, predictable gas fees
• Full EVM tooling compatibility
• Unified access to both v2 and v3 liquidity mechanisms

Previously, Monad lacked a major DEX with deep liquidity. PancakeSwap changes that instantly by deploying its flagship pools on day one.

Monad Mainnet: A High-Performance DeFi Blockchain

Monad launched its mainnet alongside the MON token airdrop, aiming to create a scalable foundation for:

• High-volume DeFi settlement
• Stablecoin payments
• Institutional trading flows

MON token supply: 100B
Circulating: ~10.8%

• 7.5% public token sale via Coinbase Token Platform (at $0.025)
• 3.3% airdropped at launch

Locked allocations (vested until 2029):

• 27% Team
• 19.7% Investors
• 4% Labs Treasury
• 38.5% Ecosystem development

Why PancakeSwap Chose Monad

PancakeSwap already operates across multiple EVM networks, but Monad’s design checked key boxes:

• High throughput without sacrificing decentralization
• Stable gas conditions even during peak activity
• Faster confirmations benefiting concentrated liquidity strategies
• A scalable validator base

Monad raised $225M since 2022 to build this infrastructure, positioning itself as a serious competitor to other high-performance chains.

How Liquidity Works on Monad: v2 vs v3

v2 — Simple, Always-Active Liquidity

• Deposit a token pair once
• Earn 0.25% fees from all trades
• No price ranges, no adjustments needed
  Best for passive LPs.

v3 — Concentrated Liquidity for Higher Returns

• Provide liquidity only within chosen price ranges
• Fee tiers as low as 0.01%
• Higher capital efficiency if actively managed
  Best for advanced or automated LPs.

PancakeSwap offering both models gives users complete flexibility.

What Traders Gain

Trading on Monad via PancakeSwap delivers:

• Ultra-fast execution
• Better price routing using the Universal Router
• Lower slippage from efficient liquidity
• Low, consistent gas fees
• Fewer failed transactions during volatility

Assets can be bridged easily through Monad’s official bridge, similar to other EVM networks.

The Role of MON in the Ecosystem

MON powers:

• Validator participation
• Governance
• Incentives and grants
• Ecosystem development (38.5B tokens allocated)

Coinbase’s sale generated $269M from more than 85,000 participants — signaling major demand.

Why This Deployment Strengthens Monad DeFi

Adding PancakeSwap at launch gives Monad:

• A trusted liquidity hub
• Deeper markets for new apps
• More stable stablecoin and asset flows
• Better conditions for future DeFi protocols

Historically, networks like Base and zkSync saw rapid adoption after major DEX deployments. Monad aims to follow that trajectory.

A massive wave of token unlocks—worth more than $1.8 billion—is set to flood the market this December, making it one of the most supply-heavy months of 2025. Major ecosystems including Sui, Aster, LayerZero, Aptos, Arbitrum, and EigenLayer are preparing for scheduled releases that could influence liquidity, sentiment, and short-term volatility across the crypto landscape.

Sui and Aster Dominate Early December

The month kicks off with two of the largest unlocks:

• Sui (SUI): $86.86M unlocking on December 1 (1.51% of circulating supply)
• Aster (ASTER): $86.84M unlocking on December 17 (3.89% of supply)

These high-value, high-ratio unlocks position both assets at the top of traders’ watchlists, given the potential short-term supply pressure.

LayerZero, Pump.fun, and Aptos Bring Mid-Month Volatility

Mid-December sees momentum carry into other ecosystems:

• LayerZero (ZRO): $33.7M unlock on December 20 (over 10% of market cap — one of the highest monthly ratios)
• Pump.fun: $31.2M unlock on December 14
• Aptos (APT): $25.2M unlock on December 12

While smaller in dollar terms, the percentage impact on circulating supply could trigger sharp price swings.

EigenLayer, Arbitrum, Ethena, and STBL Add to Supply Pressure

Several major protocols add additional weight to December’s unlock calendar:

• EigenCloud (EigenLayer ecosystem): $23.5M unlock on December 1 (8.3% of supply)
• Arbitrum (ARB): $20.63M on December 16
• Ethena (ENA): $27.66M on December 2
• STBL: $20.40M on December 16

These unlocks stretch across both established ecosystems and fast-growing DeFi sectors.

Yooldo Esports Ends the Month

Closing out the cycle:

• Yooldo Esports (ESPORTS): $19.44M unlock on December 19 (4.66% of market cap)

Though smaller than early-month giants, its supply ratio makes it surprisingly impactful.

December: One of the Most Important Supply Months of 2025

With 10 major protocols releasing large token batches within the same 30-day window, December is shaping up to be a defining month for supply-driven market movements. Such concentrated unlock activity often affects liquidity, sentiment, and short-term pricing — especially during uncertain macro conditions.

The market’s response to these releases will likely influence early-2026 trends across multiple ecosystems.

The altcoin market is heading into one of its busiest supply weeks of the quarter, with more than $70 million in token unlocks scheduled over seven days — a wave that could test market resilience after a recent downturn.

Early-Week Starters: Small Projects, Big Signal

The week kicks off Monday, November 3, with unlocks from Impossible Cloud Network (ICNT) and StakeStone (STO). While modest in size, these events mark the beginning of an unusually crowded unlock cycle. ICNT’s supply will grow by about 5%, and STO’s will rise nearly 3%, both hitting the market before most traders wake up.

Tuesday Brings Heavyweights

On Tuesday, attention shifts to the major unlock of the week: Ethena (ENA). Roughly $63 million worth of ENA is set to enter circulation — its largest quarterly unlock and a potential mover for DeFi liquidity. Not far behind, SEDA Protocol (FLX) adds another $1.45 million to the market, contributing to broader midweek pressure.

Gaming Tokens in the Spotlight

By Wednesday, the focus turns to Heroes of Mavia (MAVIA), which faces a massive 20% supply expansion — one of the most volatile unlocks of the entire period. Given MAVIA’s thin liquidity and speculative trading history, analysts expect sharp price swings.

Friday continues the momentum with Space and Time (SXT) unlocking another $1.23 million, drawing the interest of investors tracking data infrastructure plays.

Weekend Unlocks Keep the Market Tilted

Saturday wraps up the barrage with unlocks from Movement (MOVE) — expanding supply by 1.8%, followed by Baby Shark Universe (BSU) at 4.6%. These smaller but still significant events could stir activity in retail-heavy segments of the market.

Why This Matters

Token unlock weeks like this often create noticeable turbulence. New supply can pressure prices, dilute holdings, and shake trader sentiment. But if the market absorbs the tokens smoothly, they can also set the stage for stronger rebounds.

After a rough week for altcoins, all eyes are on whether this series of unlocks deepens the correction — or quietly clears the path for a November recovery.