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ZKsync (ZK) Perpetual Futures

ZKsync (ZK) Perpetual Futures — Live Data

Market Overview

ZKsync is a zero-knowledge rollup Layer 2 on Ethereum developed by Matter Labs, offering low-cost transactions with Ethereum-level security. ZK perpetual futures are available on centralized exchanges. ZK perps provide leveraged exposure to the ZK-rollup scaling narrative, with price action sensitive to Ethereum gas fee spikes and ZK-proof technology breakthroughs.

ZK Perps Data — Layer 2 Category

This page aggregates perpetual futures data for Layer 2 scaling tokens, covering volume, open interest, funding rates, and liquidation data across decentralized and centralized venues. L2 perp open interest trends are especially telling because they reflect market confidence in each rollup's ability to capture Ethereum transaction share. Funding rate data helps identify which L2 tokens are being used for speculative airdrop positioning versus genuine directional bets. Volume patterns across L2 perps often shift in response to sequencer revenue reports and bridging flow data that indicate real usage growth.

Trading Tips for ZKsync Perps

ZK has a large token supply with significant vesting unlocks — always check the unlock schedule before multi-day longs. ZK tends to rally when Ethereum gas fees spike, as users seek cheaper L2 alternatives, making L1 gas a useful entry signal.

Where to Trade ZKsync (ZK) Perpetual Futures

ZKsync (ZK) perpetual futures are available on 5 exchanges. Compare fees, leverage, and features below to find the best platform for trading ZK perps.

dYdX logo
dYdX
dYdX Chain (Cosmos)
Maker Fee
0.010%
Taker Fee
0.050%
Max Leverage
100x
Rating
9.0/5
Gains Network logo
Gains Network
Arbitrum, Polygon, Base
Maker Fee
0.080%
Taker Fee
0.080%
Max Leverage
1000x
Rating
8.0/5
Maker Fee
0.010%
Taker Fee
0.020%
Max Leverage
100x
Rating
7.8/5
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DESK
Arbitrum, Base
Maker Fee
-0.010%
Taker Fee
0.017%
Max Leverage
1000x
Rating
7.8/5
Aevo logo
Aevo
Aevo L2
Maker Fee
0.050%
Taker Fee
0.080%
Max Leverage
20x
Rating
7.5/5

Frequently Asked Questions — ZKsync (ZK)

What is the current ZK perpetual futures funding rate?
The live ZKsync (ZK) funding rate is shown above, updated every 2 minutes. Funding rates are displayed as annualized percentages for each exchange listing ZK perps. A positive rate means long traders pay short traders, while a negative rate means shorts pay longs.
Which exchange has the lowest ZK perp trading fees?
The cost comparison table above estimates total trading costs (maker/taker fees plus slippage) for a $100,000 ZK perpetual futures trade across all major exchanges. Compare fees for ZK perps on both centralized and decentralized platforms to find the most cost-effective venue.
How does ZKsync open interest compare across exchanges?
ZKsync (ZK) open interest is broken down by exchange in the chart above, showing the total value of outstanding ZK derivative contracts on each platform. Rising open interest indicates new capital entering the market, while declining OI suggests positions are being closed.
What does the ZK long/short ratio indicate?
The ZKsync long/short ratio shows the balance between traders betting on price increases (longs) versus decreases (shorts) across exchanges. An extreme ratio in either direction can signal potential reversals as crowded positioning often leads to liquidation cascades.
Where can I trade ZK perpetual futures?
ZKsync (ZK) perps are currently listed on 5 exchanges. See the "Where to Trade" section above for a full comparison of fees, leverage limits, and direct trading links for each platform.

Category: Layer 2 · Data updates every 2 minutes · All rates shown are annualized