- Extended’s move to Starknet enhances user experience by leveraging native account abstraction.
- EVM users bypass the need for a Starknet wallet, retaining operational ease.
- Potential improvements in liquidity and accessibility are expected on Starknet post-migration.
Extended, the decentralized perpetuals exchange, began migrating from StarkEx to Starknet on August 12, 2025, implementing an ‘EVM in front, Starknet in the back’ architecture.
This migration simplifies user interaction by allowing EVM wallet use for transactions while settling on Starknet, potentially enhancing liquidity and accessibility for decentralized finance applications.
Extended Migrates from StarkEx to Starknet, Streamlining User Experience
Extended, formerly known as X10, initiates its migration from StarkEx to Starknet, introducing an “EVM in front, Starknet in the back” model. Starknet’s native account abstraction allows for versatile wallet integration without requiring users to set up a Starknet wallet.
The move, starting August 12, 2025, involves a structured three-stage process. EVM users can trade and manage funds seamlessly with their existing wallets, as settlement takes place on Starknet. Trading history and points are preserved in this migration.
The migration impacts several EVM-compatible chains, with plans for Solana integration. Near-instant deposits and withdrawals are maintained without the need for Starknet wallets, reflecting user-friendly advancements in blockchain interoperability.
Financial ecosystems may experience shifts as trading traffic moves to Starknet, potentially influencing market dynamics. Some industry observers cite these changes as indicative of Starknet’s growing prominence in the DeFi landscape.
Historically, migrations to Starknet emphasize the platform’s enhanced features over predecessor systems. Account abstraction marks a pivotal technical step, offering improved ease of use for developers integrating various wallet types without compromising security.
Pyth Network’s integration on Starknet heralds significant data efficiency improvements. Eli Ben-Sasson, CEO of StarkWare, highlighted that “you can support any kind of signatures. So you’re still using MetaMask and these things to sign on your transactions.” This enhances the transaction experience for EVM users.
