according to the materials from the site - CryptoFrontNews
Aster presented its roadmap for the first half of 2026, concluding a year of rapid platform development. The new plan includes the launch of Aster Chain, new entry and exit opportunities for the network, as well as native staking, which the team claims will take the project to a new stage of network development.
Aster claims that the beginning of 2026 will bring structural changes to the network, as tools for long-term growth become a priority. According to an analysis prepared by the team, the Aster Chain first-level blockchain will be launched in the first quarter.
Chail is designed to support high-volume perpetual markets and ensure almost instantaneous transaction completion for traders. The release will also include Aster Code — a development toolkit that allows developers to deploy applications directly on the network. The team notes that this toolkit is part of a broader plan to attract new users and developers.
The integration of fiat cryptocurrencies with entry and exit options from the network is also planned for the first quarter. These channels are intended to help users switch between traditional finance and decentralized markets without relying on third-party solutions.
The built-in ASTER staking will be launched in the second quarter. This feature will allow users to lock tokens and maintain the security of the new blockchain. Aster staking will be directly linked to the future governance system, which will also be launched during the same period.
The governance system will introduce community voting on key decisions within the network. The company states that this step is crucial for building an ecosystem shaped by users. Aster Smart Money will also emerge in the second quarter.
This tool allows users to track and share trading actions on the network in real-time. This feature expands the platform's social trading tools and supports more advanced market strategies. The team describes the roadmap for 2026 as the next stage in a cycle based on infrastructure, token utility, and community activity. Analysts familiar with the project say that the roadmap lays the foundation for long-term growth.
