Hyperliquid Network Launches HYPE Token with $4.4 Billion Valuation
Hyperliquid, a layer one (L1) blockchain utilizing the HyperBFY consensus algorithm, has launched its native token HYPE after an airdrop to early adopters. The HYPE token debuted on the Hyperliquid DEX, an on-chain order book perpetual exchange.
Recent data from Hyperliquid DEX indicates that the HYPE token is listed against USDC and has a fully diluted valuation exceeding $4.4 billion. Currently, $HYPE trades at approximately $4.6, reflecting an 18 percent increase since its listing.
This mid-cap token boasts a market cap of around $1.5 billion, with an initial circulating supply of about 333.9 million tokens and a maximum supply of 1 billion. On Friday, $HYPE recorded an average trading volume of about $289 million solely from the HyperLiquid DEX.
Why Hyperliquid Network Matters
Launched in Q4 2022, the Hyperliquid network can support roughly 100K orders per second, designed to scale to millions based on market demand. It was specifically developed for a derivatives exchange, featuring a general-purpose Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) known as HyperEVM.
Once development is complete, ERC20 tokens can be linked to the Hyperliquid L1 network. Validators are responsible for securing the EVM bridge. The Hyperliquid L1 network is self-funded, reducing external capital influence, and focuses on meeting DeFi community needs through its developer team.
Bigger Market Picture
The Hyperliquid DEX has listed over 146 crypto assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cosmos, dYdX, Solana, Avalanche, and Binance. It has attracted more than 224k users, achieving a daily average trading volume of about $1.77 billion.
Offering low-fee trades with up to 50x leverage, Hyperliquid DEX aims to disrupt the DeFi ecosystem. To enhance user experience, it has partnered with various web3 protocols, including Notifi, to ensure users remain informed and secure.
The DeFi landscape is evolving with clearer regulations in regions such as Europe under the MiCA framework. In the United States, anticipated regulatory clarity under the upcoming Trump administration may further promote crypto development and adoption.