CoinGecko, a digital asset data aggregator, has introduced a new feature that will make it more convenient for users to access on-chain data from decentralized exchanges (DEXs). The company announced on February 28th that it is incorporating DEX data into its application programming interface (API), with support from its DEX tracking arm, GeckoTerminal. This integration will allow users to access a unified API for cryptocurrency prices, market data, and metadata. Additionally, it will provide on-chain liquidity pool data for cryptocurrencies that are not yet listed on CoinGecko.
The expansion of CoinGecko’s API coverage will now include 2.2 million tokens across 2.5 million liquidity pools. Users will be able to access data from approximately 900 DEXs across 120 networks, including popular platforms like Uniswap, PancakeSwap, Orca, Curve, and Balancer. CoinGecko’s paid API subscribers will have access to this data through 20 new endpoints.
Bobby Ong, co-founder of CoinGecko, stated that this update reflects their commitment to empowering the crypto community with accurate digital asset prices and market data.
CoinGecko’s announcement comes amidst various developments in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. On February 22nd, Aave deployed its lending protocol on the BNB Chain network, enabling developers on the network to build applications that leverage Aave’s liquidity.
Meanwhile, Uniswap is set to launch a web extension for its native wallet on February 27th. This extension will allow users to send, receive, buy, and swap digital assets directly from their browsers. Uniswap has also created a waitlist for users who have claimed a uni.eth username, granting them access to the beta version of the extension.
Overall, CoinGecko’s new feature and the recent advancements in DeFi highlight the ongoing growth and innovation in the cryptocurrency industry.