On-chain perpetual futures volume tops $15 trillion as Hyperliquid takes 30% since January 2026

CryptoRank data show the market’s fastest expansion came in 2024-2025, when cumulative volume rose 200% as Hyperliquid and other perpetual DEXs drove growth.

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Summary

Cumulative on-chain perpetual futures trading volume has surpassed $15 trillion, according to CryptoRank data, underscoring how quickly decentralized derivatives have gained traction. The market’s steepest expansion came in 2024-2025, when volume rose 200%, with Hyperliquid and other perpetual DEXs (decentralized exchanges for futures-like crypto contracts) leading the increase as the sector broadened. Since January 2026, Hyperliquid has held the largest share of activity, accounting for 30% of total volume.

Terms & Concepts
  • perpetual futures: Futures-like contracts with no expiry date.
  • DEXs: Decentralized exchanges that operate on-chain.
  • on-chain: Recorded and executed on a blockchain.