Aerodrome launches new protocol and token, aiming to challenge Uniswap's position

According to DL News, Aerodrome developer Dromos Labs will launch a new protocol, Aero, and its token in the second quarter of 2026, aiming to replace Uniswap as the dominant player in the Ethereum ecosystem.
The new protocol Aero will simplify the cross-chain token exchange process and allow traders to execute cross-chain transactions with just one click through built-in bridging technology. Aero will also enhance incentives for attracting traders and liquidity providers by offering additional revenue sources such as MEV and distributing them to Aero token holders, enabling Aero to provide better prices for crypto traders compared to its competitors.
Previously, Dromos Labs CEO Alexander Cutler stated on X that Uniswap's recently proposed fee switch reform is a huge mistake made by our biggest competitor.
Aerodrome is the largest DEX on Base, while its sister protocol Velodrome is the largest DEX on Optimism. This marks the development team's first expansion to the Ethereum mainnet, directly competing with the long-dominant Uniswap.