On March 19, 2026, TRON DAO announced the official launch of the TRX/USDC trading pair on Aerodrome, the leading decentralized exchange (DEX) on the Base network. Leveraging LayerZero’s cross-chain infrastructure, the integration connects TRON’s established blockchain with Base’s rapidly expanding DeFi ecosystem, creating new opportunities for traders and liquidity providers across both networks.
TRX/USDC Pair: A Key Bridge for Cross-Chain Liquidity
The newly launched pool allows TRON’s native utility token, TRX, to trade directly within Base’s DeFi markets. LayerZero’s interoperability protocol enables seamless asset movement between TRON and Base, significantly expanding liquidity access while reducing the fragmentation that often hampers cross-chain activity. As the dominant DEX on Base, Aerodrome processes more than 50% of the network’s total DEX trading volume, supported by concentrated liquidity pools and dynamic fee mechanisms that attract deep liquidity from both retail and institutional participants. The platform has increasingly become a hub for cross-chain integrations, providing more flexible liquidity beyond a single network.
Official Voices: Building an Interconnected DeFi Landscape
“Aerodrome stands out as a key liquidity hub, and we’re excited to see TRON become part of its growing ecosystem,” said Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson for TRON DAO. “This collaboration expands TRON’s reach and reinforces our shared vision for a more interconnected and efficient DeFi landscape.” Alex Cutler, Contributor at Aerodrome, added: “We are thrilled to welcome TRX trading and liquidity to Aerodrome and the Base ecosystem. With the TRX/USDC pair now live and eligible for emissions, we’re creating a powerful liquidity bridge between two leading blockchain ecosystems.”
Impressive TRON Ecosystem Metrics
Since its MainNet launch in May 2018, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth. It currently hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $85 billion. As of March 2026, TRON has recorded over 369 million total user accounts, more than 13 billion total transactions, and over $23 billion in total value locked (TVL), according to TRONSCAN. Recognized as the global settlement layer for stablecoin transactions and everyday purchases, TRON is “Moving Trillions, Empowering Billions.”
The Role of Aerodrome and LayerZero
Aerodrome is the essential trading and liquidity hub of Base, offering high-efficiency execution for traders and sustainable rewards for liquidity providers. 100% of protocol revenue is distributed to veAERO voters—a decentralized network of users who vote weekly to direct and optimize liquidity rewards. Notably, in 2026, Aerodrome will merge with Velodrome to become Aero: the unified liquidity layer for all of Ethereum. LayerZero connects 165+ blockchains, processes millions of messages annually, and powers billions in value transfer. Trusted by PayPal USD, Ethena, the State of Wyoming, BitGo, and more, LayerZero has become the standard for cross-chain interoperability.
The launch of the TRX/USDC pair enhances asset accessibility for TRON users while strengthening Aerodrome’s position as a leading cross-chain liquidity hub. With TRON now integrated into Base, the collaboration supports continued ecosystem expansion across both networks. The TRX/USDC pool is now live on Aerodrome, open for trading and liquidity provision.