Solana DEXs hit $183B in Q2 2026 perpetual futures volume

https://www.behance.net/gallery/138275091/Solana-Logo-redesign Solana decentralized exchanges achieved a remarkable milestone in Q2 2026, recording a notional volume of $183.2 billion on perpetual futures platforms. This figure represents the highest quarterly volume ever reported for Solana’s decentralized exchanges, according to a tweet by @SolanaFloor. The achievement underscores the growing interest and activity within the Solana ecosystem, despite varying figures reported by different sources. While SolanaFloor’s data highlights this peak in derivatives activity, Blockworks reported a slightly lower volume of $147 billion for the same segment. Meanwhile, spot DEX activity on Solana saw a decline, with volumes dropping 44% quarter-over-quarter to $160.8 billion. Key Takeaways Solana’s decentralized exchanges appear to have reached an all-time high in perpetual futures volume during Q2 2026. This development suggests sustained interest in Solana’s derivatives platforms despite a downturn in spot activity. Market reactions imply that the increased volume may positively influence the broader perception and value of the Solana ecosystem. What to Watch Market participants are closel...